AVID 2 - Vocabulary List #3

to change (something) so that it functions better or is better suited for a purpose

to quote by way of example, authority, or proof

style or manner of expression in speaking or writing

of primary importance

a subject that is being discussed or studied; a main purpose or interest

a feature used to separate distinguishable things into categories

to think of, regard, or classify within a general category or group

planned or carried out with great care; marked by complexity, fullness of detail, or ornateness

the reason why something is done or used : the aim or intention of something

to state again or in another way

to mention or imply as a possibility; to call to mind by thought or association

something (such as an event or a detail) that is very interesting, exciting, or important : the best part of something

a line drawn under a word or line especially for emphasis or to indicate intent to italicize

to speak to (a person or group)

to strengthen by additional assistance, material, or support : make stronger or more pronounced

to make (something) known to someone

to give special attention to (something)

to cause to evolve or unfold gradually; to set forth or make clear by degrees or in detail

to state or show that something is legal or official

the process by which one thought leads to another especially through association of ideas