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Academic vocab
Term | Definition |
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Describe | give an account in words of someone or something including all the relevant characteristics, qualities or events. |
Explain | make an idea, situation, or problem clear to someone by describing it in more detail or revealing relevant facts or ideas |
Analyze | examine closely and in detail, typically for purposes of explanation |
Interpret | explain the meaning of information, words, or actions |
Construct | to build |
Synthesize | combine a number of things into a coherent whole |
Determine | to conclude or ascertain, as after reasoning, observation, etc. to settle or decide a dispute, question, etc. by an authoritative or conclusive decision |
Formulate | to create or prepare something carefully, giving particular attention to details |
Transact | to carry on or conduct to a conclusion or settlement |
Summarize | sum up the main points of the text |
Develop | grow or cause to grow and become more mature, advanced, or elaborate |