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alliterative Definition and Meaning in English (alliterative definition)

adjective
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Alliterative definition: Describing words or phrases that feature alliteration, which is the repetition of the same initial consonant sound in words that are close together.

Definitions of Alliterative

  1. 1adjective

    Describing words or phrases that feature alliteration, which is the repetition of the same initial consonant sound in words that are close together.

Example Sentences

formal

“The poet used alliterative phrases to create a musical effect in his verse.”

casual

“Children often enjoy alliterative names and tongue twisters.”

Antonyms

non-alliterativeunalliterative

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Inflected Word Forms

infinitivealliterate
nounalliteration

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What is the meaning of Alliterative in English?▼
Alliterative definition: Describing words or phrases that feature alliteration, which is the repetition of the same initial consonant sound in words that are close together.
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'Alliterative' translates to 'alliterative' in English. Alliterative definition: Describing words or phrases that feature alliteration, which is the repetition of the same initial consonant sound in words that are close together.
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