Commentary Writing Vocabulary

Flashcards to enhance commentary writing with transition words and commentary verbs.

additionally

Used to introduce an extra piece of information or to add to a previous statement.

conveys

To communicate or express thoughts, feelings, or ideas.

demonstrates

To show or prove something clearly and convincingly.

therefore

Used to indicate a conclusion or result based on reasoning.

thus

As a result or consequence; therefore.

as such

In the specific sense or in that capacity.

furthermore

Used to introduce a statement that adds to what has been previously said.

moreover

In addition to what has been said; furthermore.

exemplifies

To illustrate or clarify by providing an example.

highlights

To emphasize or make prominent important points.

implies

To suggest or indicate something without stating it directly.

however

In contrast or opposition to what has just been mentioned.

illustrates

To clarify or explain through examples or visuals.

signifies

To be an indication of or to point to something.

suggests

To propose or recommend an idea or course of action.

similarly

In a similar manner or way; likewise.

conversely

In a way that contradicts or contrasts with something.

yet

But at the same time; nevertheless.

subsequently

At a later time; after something else has happened.

consequently

As a result or effect of something.

concession

An acknowledgment of a point made by someone else, often leading into a counterargument.

furthermore

Used to introduce a statement that adds to what has been previously said.

moreover

In addition to what has been said; furthermore.

illustrates

To clarify or explain through examples or visuals.

signifies

To be an indication of or to point to something.

suggests

To propose or recommend an idea or course of action.

similarly

In a similar manner or way; likewise.

conversely

In a way that contradicts or contrasts with something.

yet

But at the same time; nevertheless.

subsequently

At a later time; after something else has happened.

consequently

As a result or effect of something.

concession

An acknowledgment of a point made by someone else, often leading into a counterargument.

meticulous

Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise.

ubiquitous

Present, appearing, or found everywhere.

quintessential

Representing the most perfect or typical example of a quality or class.

paradigm

A typical example or pattern of something; a model.

juxtaposition

The fact of two things being seen or placed close together with contrasting effect.

cogent

Clear, logical, and convincing.

esoteric

Intended for or likely to be understood by only a small number of people with a specialized knowledge.

pseudonym

A fictitious name, especially one used by an author.

neologism

A newly coined word or expression.

evocative

Bringing strong images, memories, or feelings to mind.

meticulous

Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise.

ubiquitous

Present, appearing, or found everywhere.

quintessential

Representing the most perfect or typical example of a quality or class.

paradigm

A typical example or pattern of something; a model.

juxtaposition

The fact of two things being seen or placed close together with contrasting effect.

cogent

Clear, logical, and convincing.

esoteric

Intended for or likely to be understood by only a small number of people with a specialized knowledge.

pseudonym

A fictitious name, especially one used by an author.

neologism

A newly coined word or expression.

evocative

Bringing strong images, memories, or feelings to mind.

articulate

Able to express thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively.

eloquent

Fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing.

profound

Having deep meaning or significance.

insightful

Showing a deep understanding of a situation or topic.

persuasive

Good at convincing someone to do or believe something through reasoning.

rhetorical

Relating to the art of effective or persuasive speaking or writing.

provocative

Causing thought or discussion; controversial.

ambiguous

Open to more than one interpretation; not having one obvious meaning.

innate

Inborn; natural; existing from birth.

scrupulous

Diligent, thorough, and extremely attentive to details.

idiosyncratic

Peculiar or individual; relating to the unique habits or characteristics of a person

exquisite

Extremely beautiful and delicate.

metamorphic

Relating to change or transformation, especially in form or structure.

impeccable

In accordance with the highest standards; faultless.

transparent

Easily seen through; clear; able to be easily understood.

reclusive

Avoiding the company of other people; solitary.

tenacious

Holding fast; characterized by keeping a firm hold.

perpetual

Never ending or changing; occurring repeatedly.

ardent

Characterized by intense emotion or passion.

meticulous

Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise.

fallacious

Based on a mistaken belief; misleading

consequently

As a result or effect of something.

therefore

Used to indicate a conclusion or result based on reasoning.

subsequently

At a later time; after something else has happened.

nevertheless

In spite of that; however.

on the other hand

Used to introduce a contrasting point of view.

in addition

Used to add further information.

moreover

In addition to what has been said; furthermore.

furthermore

Used to introduce a statement that adds to what has been previously said.

while

Used to introduce a contrast or a point of concession.

alternatively

Used to present a different option or possibility.

author conveys

To communicate or express thoughts, feelings, or ideas.

author illustrates

To clarify or explain through examples or visuals.

author demonstrates

To show or prove something clearly and convincingly.

author posits

To put forward as a basis of argument or as a suggestion.

author asserts

To state or express firmly.

author articulates

To express thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively.

author suggests

To propose or recommend an idea or course of action.

author highlights

To emphasize or make prominent important points.

author implies

To suggest or indicate something without stating it directly.

author argues

To present reasons or evidence in support of an idea

associate

To connect or relate something with another thing.

link

To make a connection between two or more things.

relate

To show or establish a connection or relationship.

interrelate

To establish a mutual relationship or connection between two or more things.

correspond

To relate or show a mutual relation; to match or be equivalent to.

connect

To join or associate with something else.

affect

To have an influence on or a relationship with something.