1. Chapter 13: The Definition Essay
The Write Start with Readings: Paragraphs to Essays, 1/e
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Definitions:
Explain meanings of words, terms and concepts.
Can be used to communicate to the reader more clearly.
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Simple definition:
Synonym definition—provides another, simpler word that means the same thing.
Class definition—distinguishes a word, both within and apart from, a larger class of similar ideas or words.
Definition by negation—establishes what a given word means by describing what it is not.
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Extended definition:
Uses more than one sentence or paragraph to explain.
Uses a variety of modes of development—description, narration, example, classification, process, comparison and contrast, cause and effect.
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Paragraphs to essays:
Can use one mode or a combination of modes mixed together.
Thesis sentences should suggest modes to be used in subsequent body paragraphs.
Understand broader range of ideas.
Transitional expressions connect related ideas.
Conclusion flows from the content.
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