Vocabulary
Academic Verbs
argue · suggest · demonstrate · highlight · indicate · conclude
Argue
to present reasons for or against a position in formal writing
Suggest
to put forward an idea or possibility without stating it as a fact
Demonstrate
to show clearly through evidence or example
Highlight
to draw attention to something important
Examples
The author argues that economic inequality is widening.
The data suggests a correlation between income and health outcomes.
Indicate
to show or point to something as a sign or signal
Conclude
to reach a judgement or decision after reasoning or investigation
Assess
to evaluate or estimate the nature, value, or quality of something
Challenge
to question the truth or validity of something
Examples
Survey results indicate a decline in public trust.
The study concludes that early intervention is most effective.
Illustrate
to explain or make something clearer by using examples
Reveal
to make previously unknown information known
Examples
This case study illustrates how poverty affects education.
The investigation revealed serious flaws in the process.
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