DSAT ENGLISH Flashcards


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Support

Likewise, Similarly, Furthermore, Additionally, Moreover, As Well As, Indeed, In Fact

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Cause and Effect

Consequently, Accordingly, Subsequently, Therefore, So, Because, Thus, As a Result, Since

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Contrast

Conversely, In Contrast, However, Yet, But, Despite the Odds, Nevertheless, Although, But, Nonetheless, Despite, Instead

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Sequence

First, Then, Next, After, Finally, Eventually, Meanwhile, Later

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Example

For instance, For example, In particular, Markedly, Namely

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underscores

to emphasize

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highlights

pick out and emphasize

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reveals

make (previously unknown or secret information) known to others

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illustrates

to serve as an example of

explain or make (something) clear by using examples, charts, pictures, etc.

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expands upon

provide more details or information when writing or speaking

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advocates

publicly recommend or support

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assesses

evaluate or estimate the nature, ability, or quality of

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argues

give reasons or cite evidence in support of an idea, action, or theory, typically with the aim of persuading others to share one's view

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examines

inspect (someone or something) in detail to determine their nature or condition; investigate thoroughly

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explains

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

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clarifies

make (a statement or situation) less confused and more clearly comprehensible

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describes

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

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presents

exhibit (a particular state or appearance) to others

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stresses

give particular emphasis or importance to (a point, statement, or idea) made in speech or writing

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indicates

point out; show

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provides

make available for use; supply

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shows

allow or cause (something) to be visible.

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discusses

talk or write about (a topic) in detail, taking into account different ideas and opinions

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suggests

put forward for consideration

state or express indirectly

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furthers

help the progress or development of (something); promote

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guarantees

provide a formal assurance or promise, especially that certain conditions shall be fulfilled relating to a product, service, or transaction

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addresses

think about and begin to deal with (an issue or problem)

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criticizes

indicate the faults of (someone or something) in a disapproving way

form and express a sophisticated judgement

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analyzes

discover or reveal (something) through detailed examination

examine methodically and in detail the constitution or structure of (something, especially information), typically for purposes of explanation and interpretation

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popularizes

cause (something) to become generally liked

make (something technical, scientific, or academic) accessible or interesting to the general public by presenting it in a readily understandable form

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contrasts

compare in such a way as to emphasize differences

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renders

cause to be or become; make

translate

deliver

provide

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validates

check or prove the validity or accuracy of (something)