Context Clues

Context clues are hints or information within a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words or phrases.

Context clues are important because they allow readers to infer the meanings of unknown words, enhancing comprehension and vocabulary.

Harmful; it refers to a relationship that is damaging or unhealthy.

Depressing; it indicates a lack of hope or cheerfulness.

Obedient; it refers to an animal that is gentle and easy to control.

To give; it refers to the act of granting or presenting something.

Upset; it indicates a state of being disturbed or troubled.

Look for synonyms, antonyms, or explanations in the surrounding text that provide hints about the word's meaning.

Using the word 'happy' in a sentence and then using 'joyful' as a synonym in the next sentence.

Using the word 'bright' and then describing something as 'dark' to indicate the opposite.