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academic vocabulary
Term | Definition |
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describe | gives account of 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 reviling relevant facts or ideas |
analyze | examine closely and in detail, typically for purposes of explanations and interpretation |
interpret | explaining the meaning of ( information, words or action ). |
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 or etc. ) by an authoritative or an conclusive decision. |
formulate | to create or prepare something carefully, giving particular attention to the details. |
transact | to carry on or conduct to a conclusion or settlement |
summerize | sum up the main points of the text. |
develop | grow or cause to grow and become more mature, advance, or elaborate. |