Command Words

This definition belongs to which command term; Give an account of the similarities and differences between two (or more) items or situations, referring to both throughout

• To what extent

• Compare and contrast

• Discuss

• Evaluate

This definition belongs to which command term; Offer a considered and balanced review that is supported by evidence

• Discuss

• Identify

• Compare and contrast

• Describe

This definition belongs to which command term; Give the precise meaning of a word, concept or phrase

• Outline

• Define

• Apply

• Explain

This definition belongs to which command term; Give a detailed account

• Define

• Describe

• Apply

• Compare and contrast

This definition belongs to which command term; Give a specific name or other brief answer without explanation

• Define

• Describe

• Outline

• State

This definition belongs to which command term; Break down in order to bring out the essential elements

• Outline

• Analyse

• Define

• Explain

This definition belongs to which command term; Make clear the differences between two or more ideas or concepts

• Distinguish

• Outline

• State

• Apply

This definition belongs to which command term; Give a detailed account including reasons and causes

• State

• Define

• Describe

• Explain

This definition belongs to which command term; Make an appraisal by weighing up the strengths and limitations of something

• Define

• Describe

• Evaluate

• Outline