Objective Vocabulary Flashcards

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What is the definition of 'objective'?

Influenced by personal feelings

Emotional and subjective

Factual and unbiased (correct)

Not related to reality

What does 'convey' mean?

To transport or communicate

Define 'transition'.

A change from one state or condition to another

What does 'indicate' mean?

To show or point out Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'capture'?

To take by force Signup and view all the answers

What does 'essence' refer to?

The most important ingredient Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to 'paraphrase'?

To restate in other words Signup and view all the answers

Define 'support'.

To carry the weight of something Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'summary'?

A brief statement or account of the main points Signup and view all the answers

What does 'refine' mean?

To make more pure or precise Signup and view all the answers

What does 'expand' mean?

To increase in size or amount Signup and view all the answers

Define 'imply'.

To suggest Signup and view all the answers

What does 'infer' mean?

To find out by reasoning Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to 'contribute'?

To give along with others Signup and view all the answers

What is 'tone' in writing?

The attitude a writer takes toward the audience Signup and view all the answers

Define 'point of view'.

The perspective from which a story is told Signup and view all the answers

What does 'juxtaposition' mean?

Placement of two things closely together Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to 'compare'?

To account for similarities between items Signup and view all the answers

What does 'contrast' mean?

To find differences Signup and view all the answers

Define 'claim'.

An assertion, usually supported by evidence Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Vocabulary Flashcards

Objective: Describes information that is factual and unbiased, directly related to reality and physical objects, free from emotional influence.
Convey: Refers to the act of transporting or transmitting information, communicating ideas, or transferring ownership.
Transition: Represents a change from one state or condition to another, indicating the process of moving or evolving.
Indicate: Means to show or highlight information, pointing out facts or details.
Capture: Involves taking control or possession of something by force, often used in contexts of action or conflict.
Essence: Refers to the fundamental quality or most important ingredient of something, representing its core characteristic.
Paraphrase: The act of rephrasing or restating information using different words while maintaining the original meaning.
Support: To provide assistance or carry the weight of something, reinforcing an argument or idea.
Summary: A concise statement that encapsulates the main points of a text or situation, providing an overview without unnecessary detail.
Refine: Describes the process of making something more pure or precise, often enhancing quality.
Expand: Indicates the action of increasing in size, capacity, or amount, suggesting growth or development.
Imply: Suggests an idea or meaning without stating it explicitly, hinting at deeper connections.
Infer: The act of deducing or concluding information from reasoning or evidence, interpreting hints or suggestions.
Contribute: Means to give or provide something jointly with others, often in a collaborative context.
Tone: Refers to the writer's attitude toward the audience or subject matter, affecting how the content is perceived.
Point of View: The perspective or angle from which a story is narrated, shaping the reader's understanding.
Juxtaposition: Involves placing two or more elements close together to highlight their similarities or differences, often to create emphasis.
Compare: The process of discussing the similarities between two or more items, providing a comprehensive account throughout.
Contrast: Focuses on identifying differences between two or more subjects or situations.
Claim: An assertion made by someone, typically supported by evidence or reasoning to validate the statement.

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