Command words Flashcards
Account for
explain, clarify, give reasons
analyse
examine critically or minutely
assess
determine the value of, weigh up
compare
what are the similarities and differences
decide which is better and say why
contrast
show the differences
compare and contrast
find some common ground and show the differences
criticise
make a judgement based on evidence about a theory or opinion
define
state the exact meaning of a word or phrase
describe
give a detailed account of
discuss
explain, then give two sides of the issue and the implications
distinguish or differentiate between
look for difference between…
evaluate
make an appraisal of the worth/validity/effectiveness of something
examine the argument that…
look in detail at this line of argument
explain
give details about how and why
how far…
to what extent… involve evidence for and against, weigh them up
illustrate
make clear and explicit - usually with examples
justify
show adequate grounds for conclusions
outline
give main features or principles
state
present in a brief, clear way
summarise
give a concise, clear explanation or account of
