Argumentative Writing Vocabulary Flashcards
controversy
topic that people usually have strong and opposite feelings about
There is much controversy over whether students should go to school all year or have a summer break.
defend
to give reasons for why one believes something is right or not
She defended her action to not vote for the governor.
relevant
related; having to do with
The evidence the police found was not relevant to the case.
Accurate
precise, exact;
The information was not accurate because it was outdated.
clarify
to make clear so it can be understood;
The slide show on solving equations clarified the steps for the students.
Flaws
Opposite of accurate; errors or mistakes
The student’s reasons for being late had many flaws.
Evaluate
To decide or judge the value or importance of something.
Evaluate the invention of the wheel.
iinsufficient
not enough, lacking
The police had insufficient evidence to arrest the suspect.
