Chapter 7 Vocabulary

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examine methodically and in detail the constitution or structure of, typically for purposes of explanation and interpretation.

Analyze

form an idea of the amount, number, or value of; assess.

Evaluate

give an account in words of (someone or something), including all the relevant characteristics, qualities, or events.

Describe

deduce or conclude (information) from evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

Infer

bear all or part of the weight of; hold up.

Support

make (an idea, situation, or problem) clear to someone by describing it in more detail or revealing relevant facts or ideas.

Explain

give a brief statement of the main points of (something).

Summarize

estimate, measure, or note the similarity or dissimilarity between.

Compare

the state of being strikingly different from something else, typically something in juxtaposition or close association.

Contrast

say or estimate that (a specified thing) will happen in the future or will be a consequence of something.

Predict

find or discover by investigation.

Trace

create or devise methodically (a strategy or a proposal).

Formulate