Vocabulary Flashcards

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recognize

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To notice. Example: The boy was so thin I didn’t recognize him.

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summarize

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To tell the most important information about something. Example: He summarized the main points from the meeting.

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synthesize

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To put parts together. Example: Nonfiction writers often synthesize large amounts of materials from different sources.

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determine

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To come to a decision; decide. Example: We are still trying to determine what happened.

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distinguish

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To see clearly; tell apart. Example: You should be able to distinguish fact from fiction.

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evaluate

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To determine significance; assess. Example: Doctors evaluate a patient’s condition.

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interpret

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To clarify; to make understandable. Example: She could not interpret the meaning of her dream.

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paraphrase

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To restate; rephrase in less words. Example: The teacher asked the students to paraphrase the poem.

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predict

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To say that (something) will or might happen in the future. Example: The results were easy to predict.

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develop

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To expand; elaborate. Example: We need to develop a plan for your birthday party.