Vocabulary #1

Overview

  • Grade Level: 9th Grade
  • Topic: English
  • Number of Words: 10

Vocabulary Words

  1. Analyze

    • Definition: To examine in detail for purposes of explanation and interpretation.
    • Example: In class, we were asked to analyze the poem's structure and themes.
    • Pronunciation: uh-NAL-ize

  2. Context

    • Definition: The circumstances or conditions in which something occurs or exists.
    • Example: Understanding the context of a story is essential to grasp its meaning.
    • Pronunciation: KON-tekt

  3. Elicit

    • Definition: To draw out a response or reaction from someone.
    • Example: The teacher wanted to elicit feedback from the students about the lesson.
    • Pronunciation: ih-LIS-it

  4. Infer

    • Definition: To conclude information from evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.
    • Example: From the clues in the text, we can infer the character's motivations.
    • Pronunciation: in-FUR

  5. Interpret

    • Definition: To explain the meaning of something, especially words or actions.
    • Example: We were asked to interpret the author's message in our essays.
    • Pronunciation: in-TER-prete

  6. Summarize

    • Definition: To give a brief overview of the main points of a text or conversation.
    • Example: After reading the article, we were required to summarize its key arguments.
    • Pronunciation: SUM-er-ize

  7. Compare

    • Definition: To identify similarities and differences between two or more items.
    • Example: We must compare the two theories to see which one is more effective.
    • Pronunciation: kuhm-PAIR

  8. Persuade

    • Definition: To convince someone to do or believe something through reasoning or argument.
    • Example: The student aimed to persuade the committee to approve his project proposal.
    • Pronunciation: per-SWADE

  9. Evaluate

    • Definition: To assess the value or significance of something.
    • Example: Students were asked to evaluate the effectiveness of the new curriculum.
    • Pronunciation: ih-VAL-yoo-ate

  10. Cite

    • Definition: To quote as an authority or evidence in a text.
    • Example: Make sure to cite your sources when writing your research paper.
    • Pronunciation: sahyt