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Academic vocabulary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Describe | Give an account in words of (someone or something) including all the relevant characteristics |
| 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 purpose of explanation and interpretation |
| 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 to settle or decide a dispute question by an authoritative or conclusive decision |
| formulate | to create or prepare something carefully giving particular attention |
| transact | to carry on or conduct to a conclusion or settlement |
| summarize | sum up the main points of the text |
| develop | grow and become more mature advanced or elaborate |