Academic Vocab 5

various

• used to refer to several different or many different things, people, etc.

• a term used to describe a single entity

• a synonym for unique

• a phrase indicating a specific item

alternative

• something that can be chosen instead of something else : a choice or option

• a situation where no choices are available

• a type of food that is different from the usual

• a method of solving a problem that is not commonly used

brief

• short

• long

• detailed

• extensive

formulated

• to create, invent, or produce something by careful thought and effort

• to destroy or eliminate something completely

• to simplify or make something easier to understand

• to analyze or break down into smaller parts

concrete

• relating to or involving specific people, things, or actions rather than general ideas or qualities

• pertaining to abstract concepts and theories

• dealing with hypothetical situations

• focused on general ideas and qualities

transition words

• phrases or words used to connect or link one idea to the next.

• words that indicate a change in time or place.

• words that describe a noun or pronoun.

• phrases that summarize the main idea of a text.

article

• A type of written work that is often fictional.

• A piece of writing about a particular subject that is included in a magazine, newspaper, etc.

• A short story that is published in a book.

• A poem that expresses personal feelings.

recognize

• to accept or be aware that (something) is true or exists

• to ignore or overlook something

• to deny the existence of something

• to misunderstand or misinterpret something

aspect

• a part of something. ex: Our plan differs from theirs in one important aspect.

• a type of view or perspective.

• a method of analysis or evaluation.

• a specific detail in a larger context.

sections

• parts

• pieces

• elements

• units