Analytical Vocabulary Flashcards

A set of flashcards defining common verbs used in critical analysis and assessment.

Analyze

Examine in detail to understand structure or meaning

Assess

Evaluate or estimate the nature, ability, or quality of something

Compare

Examine similarities and differences

Contrast

Show differences when compared

Critique

Detailed analysis and assessment of something

Evaluate

Form an opinion about the amount, value, or quality

Examine

Inspect closely and thoroughly

Interpret

Explain the meaning of information

Review

Examine or assess something formally

Scrutinize

Examine or inspect closely and thoroughly