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Academic Vocabulary Set #1. Definitions. articulate (verb). Express (an idea or feeling) fluently and coherently Sentence: The distressed woman was not able to articulate her point because she was so emotional. convey (verb).
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Academic Vocabulary Set #1 Definitions
articulate (verb) • Express (an idea or feeling) fluently and coherently Sentence: The distressed woman was not able to articulate her point because she was so emotional.
convey (verb) • Make (an idea, impression, or feeling) known or understandable to someone. Sentence: The president often makes an attempt to convey a message of hope in his speeches.
elaborate (verb) • To add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of. Sentence: Dr. Banks elaborated on the main ideas in her dissertation.
excerpt (noun) • A short extract from a film, broadcast, or piece of music or writing. Sentence: Mrs. Stevens read an excerpt from “To Kill a Mockingbird” to convey the compassion of Atticus Finch.