A-List Academic Vocabulary

What is the definition of "Compare/Contrast"?

• Showing the similarities and differences between two things that are related in some way

• Give a brief statement of the main points of (something).

• Arrange into a structured whole; order.

• Explain the meaning of (information, words, or actions).

What is the definition of "Argue"?

• Give reasons or cite evidence in support of an idea, action, or theory, typically with the aim of persuading others to share one's view.

• Grow or cause to grow and become more mature, advanced, or elaborate.

• Form an idea of the amount, number, or value of; assess.

• Make (an idea, situation, or problem) clear to someone by describing it in more detail or revealing relevant facts or ideas.

What is the definition of "Analyze"?

• Examine methodically and in detail the constitution or structure of

• Give a brief statement of the main points of (something).

• Give an account in words of (someone or something), including all the relevant characteristics, qualities, or events.

• Ascertain or establish exactly, typically as a result of research or calculation.

What is the definition of "Describe"?

• Give an account in words of (someone or something), including all the relevant characteristics, qualities, or events.

• Form a mental image or concept of.

• Bear all or part of the weight of; hold up.

• Grow or cause to grow and become more mature, advanced, or elaborate.

What is the definition of "Determine"?

• Ascertain or establish exactly, typically as a result of research or calculation.

• Grow or cause to grow and become more mature, advanced, or elaborate.

• Combine (one thing) with another so that they become a whole.

• Set up (an organization, system, or set of rules) on a firm or permanent basis.

What is the definition of "Develop"?

• Grow or cause to grow and become more mature, advanced, or elaborate.

• Arrange into a structured whole; order.

• Bear all or part of the weight of; hold up.

• Examine methodically and in detail the constitution or structure of (something, especially information), typically for purposes of explanation and interpretation.

What is the definition of "Evaluate"?

• Form an idea of the amount, number, or value of; assess.

• Showing the similarities and differences between two things that are related in some way.

• Make a thorough or dramatic change in the form, appearance, or character of.

• Give reasons or cite evidence in support of an idea, action, or theory, typically with the aim of persuading others to share one's view.

What is the definition of "Explain"?

• Make (an idea, situation, or problem) clear to someone by describing it in more detail or revealing relevant facts or ideas.

• Explain the meaning of (information, words, or actions).

• Give an account in words of (someone or something), including all the relevant characteristics, qualities, or events.

• Grow or cause to grow and become more mature, advanced, or elaborate.

What is the definition of "Imagine"?

• Form a mental image or concept of.

• Arrange into a structured whole; order.

• Give a brief statement of the main points of (something).

• Bear all or part of the weight of; hold up.

What is the definition of "Integrate"?

• Combine (one thing) with another so that they become a whole.

• Arrange into a structured whole; order.

• Ascertain or establish exactly, typically as a result of research or calculation.

• Examine methodically and in detail the constitution or structure of (something, especially information), typically for purposes of explanation and interpretation.