| A | B |
|---|
| analyze | break into separate parts and discuss, examine or interpret each part |
| compare | examine two or more things and identify similarities and differences |
| contrast | show differences |
| criticize | make judgments |
| define | give the meaning |
| describe | give a detailed account - make a picture with words |
| discuss | consider and debate or argue the pros and cons of an issue |
| enumerate | list several ideas, aspects, events, things, qualities, reasons, etc. |
| evaluate | give your opinion or cite the opinion of an expert - include evidence |
| explain | make an idea clear - give reasons for an event |
| illustrate | give concrete examples - explain clearly |
| interpret | explain the meaning |
| outline | describe main ideas, characteristics, or events |
| prove | support with facts |
| relate | show the connections between ideas or events |
| state | explain precisely |
| summarize | give a brief, condensed account |
| trace | show the order of events or progress of a subject or event |
