Alliteration

Alliteration is a technique (or "device") in which successive words (more strictly, stressed syllables) begin with the same consonant sound. Alliteration is a frequent tool of propaganda and common in prose, particularly short phrases. Manifestos are developed by this device. Usually the author employs some general technique as a framework for the works. Alliterative verse in one form or another is shared by all of the older Germanic languages.

Examples

"Nattering nabobs of negativity" -- Vice President Spiro T. Agnew, attributed to speechwriter William L. Safire

See also

• Adjectives and adverbs
• Cliché
• Propaganda techniques

Portions of this article were adapted from Wikipedia's article.