Review on Features of Academic Text

Being detailed in dealing with facts, figures, and dates is needed in this feature of academic writing.

• Complexity

• Formality

• Accuracy

• Precision

• Objectivity

This prohibits the use of colloquial words and expressions, abbreviations, contractions and two-word verbs.

• Accuracy

• Complexity

• Formality

• Objectivity

• Precision

It uses exact terminologies. It avoids the use of inappropriate words and phrases.

• Accuracy

• Complexity

• Formality

• Objectivity

• Precision

It contains text which are difficult to comprehend in terms of subject matter, arrangement of the words, language and grammar.

• Accuracy

• Complexity

• Formality

• Objectivity

• Precision

It prohibits the use of personal point of views and biases. It is more concerned with facts and arguments which are based on a thorough examination of evidence.

• Accuracy

• Complexity

• Formality

• Objectivity

• Precision