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1 - Academic Vocab.
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Contradict | To deny the truth of a statement by asserting the opposite. |
| Contribute | To help to cause or bring about. *This is a verb. It is important to contribute to class discussions. |
| Convince | To persuade someone to do something. *This is a verb. Because everyone did their homework on time, the students convinced Mr. Hernandez to bring them donuts on Friday. |
| Definition | a statement of the exact meaning of a word, especially in a dictionary (this is a noun) |
| Define | To explain or describe the exact meaning of something. *This is a verb. I asked the teacher to define the word I didn’t know. |
| Emphasis | special importance, value, or prominence given to something. *This is a noun. |
| Emphasize | To make something more clearly defined *This is a verb. |
| Acknowledge | To recognize the fact or importance or quality of *This is a verb. My teacher acknowledges my hard work when I turn in a project. |
| Advocate | To publicly recommend or support *This is a verb. |
| Anticipate | To regard as probable; expect or predict *This is a verb |
| Approach | a way of dealing with something. *This is a noun with this definition. My teacher’s approach to reading makes it easy to understand. *It can also be a verb. |
| Assess | To evaluate or estimate the nature, ability, or quality of *This is a verb. |
| Assume | To suppose to be the case, without proof *This is a verb. |
| Maintain | to sustain against opposition; to stay in the same state; to uphold |
| Perceive | To interpret or look on *This is a verb. Some magazines are often perceived to be superficial. I perceived a object floating through the window. I wonder how strangers perceive me. |
| Establish | To set up (an organization, system, or set of rules) on a firm or permanent basis *This is a verb. Mrs. Raethz and Mr. Hernandez established class expectations on the first day of class. |
| Evaluate | to determine the significance, worth, or condition of *This is a verb. The judges at the Olympics evaluate each gymnast’s performance. |
| Evident | plain or obvious *This is an adjective (describing word). It is evident that you did your reading last night. Your answers are all correct! |
| Imply | to strongly suggest the truth or existence of *This is a verb. Kate’s surprise gift of red roses appears to imply she has a secret admirer. The teacher’s smile implied that she was pleased with my work. |
| Indicate | To point out or show *This is a verb. |
| Conclude | To arrive at a judgment, opinion, or conclusion by reasoning. *This is a verb |
| Confirm | To establish the truth or correctness of something *This is a verb. |
| Context | the circumstances that form the setting for an event, statement, or idea, and in terms of which it can be fully understood and assessed. *This is a noun. |
| Justify | To show or prove to be right or reasonable *This is a verb. |
| Supporting Detail | provide information to clarify, prove, or explain the main idea |
| Utilize | To make practical and effective use of *This is a verb. I am going to utilize these words in my writing. |
| Inference | a conclusion reached on the basis of evidence and reasoning *This is a noun. You can make an inference about something. |
| Purpose | the reason for which something is done or created |
| Relevant | closely connected or appropriate to what is being done or considered *This is an adjective (describing word). Only include relevant information in your essay. |
| Sufficient | enough |
| Specific | clearly defined or identified |
| Structure | the arrangement of and relations between the parts or elements of something complex like an essay |
| Respond | to say or write something in reply |
| Interpret | explain the meaning of (information, words, or actions) |
| Annotation | a note of explanation or comment added to a text |
| Argument | a claim, stance, or angle on a question that is supported by evidence |
| Audience | who will be reading the work |
| Central Idea | the main point or key idea that the author is trying to convey |
| Analyze | to examine in detail the constitution or structure of information, typically for purposes of explanation and interpretation. |
| Claim | the main argument of a piece of writing |
| Counterclaim | a claim made to rebut a previous claim. |
| Subjective | based on or influenced by personal feelings or opinions. |
| Summarize | to express the most important facts or ideas about something or someone in a short and clear form |
| Evidence | the available body of facts or information indicating whether a belief or argument is true or valid; proof |
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