1. Academic
Vocabulary
(Words #11-20)

2. Word #11 DICTION accent inflection
Definition
Synonyms/Antonyms
accent
inflection
wording
phrasing
dialect
a style of speaking or writing dependent upon choice of words
DICTION
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noun
dictionary
(noun)
Writers use unique diction to make dialogue between characters more authentic and realistic.

3. Word #12
Definition
Synonyms/Antonyms
signifying or referring to the literal meaning of a word; the “dictionary” definition
definitive
literal
exact
connotative
DENOTATIVE
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adjective
denote
(verb)
denotation
(noun)
We can easily use a dictionary to look up the denotative meaning of a word.

4. Word #13
Definition
Synonyms/Antonyms
signifying or suggesting a secondary, or emotional, meaning of a word
suggestive
denotative
CONNOTATIVE
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adjective
connote
(verb)
connotation
(noun)
The connotative meaning of words can often be more influential in affecting the way people think.

5. Word #14
Definition
Synonyms/Antonyms
pronounce
enunciate
vocalize
speak clearly
mumble
mispronounce
babble
slur
murmur
to use language easily and fluently; to express clearly
ARTICULATE
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verb
articulation
(noun)
articulate
(adjective)
articulately
(adverb)
When giving a formal speech, it is essential to articulate yourself clearly.

6. Word #15 to make an idea or statement clear or free from confusion
Definition
Synonyms/Antonyms
to make an idea or statement clear or free from confusion
simplify
explain
elucidate
illuminate
confuse
complicate
distort
CLARIFY
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verb
clarification
(noun)
clarity
Students usually ask teachers to clarify the instructions to major projects.

7. Word #16 having a connection to the topic at hand RELEVANT pertinent
Definition
Synonyms/Antonyms
pertinent
applicable
related
appropriate
having a connection to the topic at hand
unrelated
disconnected
irrelevant
RELEVANT
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Example & Practice Sentence
adjective
relevancy
(noun)
relevance
Asking questions that are not relevant to the discussion is a good way to upset the teacher.

8. Word #17 knowledge or facts on which to base an opinion or belief
Definition
Synonyms/Antonyms
proof
facts
support
confirmation
no facts
guess
hypothesis
theory
knowledge or facts on which to base an opinion or belief
EVIDENCE
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noun
evident
(adjective)
evidently
(adverb)
When writing an essay, you must provide evidence from the text to prove and support your point.

9. Word #18 capable of being believed CREDIBLE credibility credibly
Definition
Synonyms/Antonyms
believable
trustworthy
convincing
sincere
dependable
unreliable
doubtful
incredible
dishonest
capable of being believed
CREDIBLE
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adjective
credibility
(noun)
credibly
(adverb)
When reading things online, it is necessary to consider if the information is credible.

10. Word #19 to prove the truth of something VERIFY confirm validate
Definition
Synonyms/Antonyms
confirm
validate
authenticate
substantiate
corroborate
to prove the truth of something
disprove
veto
deny
VERIFY
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verb
verification
(noun)
verity
Making a call to the Dean’s office when you are sick is the simplest way for your parent to verify your absence.

11. Word #20
Definition
Synonyms/Antonyms
steadiness
endurance
permanence
stability
an uninterrupted succession or flow; a coherent whole
interruption
disruption
CONTINUITY
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noun
continue
(verb)
continuous
(adjective)
continuously
(adverb)
Your essay should have good continuity, with one idea flowing logically into the next.