When writing articles, especially those with a more formal or technical tone, certain terms and phrases can enhance clarity, structure, and authority. Here are some technical words commonly used in article writing, categorized based on different purposes:
1. Introduction and Context Setting
- Contextualize – to place something in context or background.
- Framework – an underlying structure or system.
- Paradigm – a typical example or model of something.
- Premise – the foundation or basis for an argument or theory.
- Hypothesis – a proposed explanation made on the basis of limited evidence.
2. Argumentation and Analysis
- Causality – the relationship between cause and effect.
- Corroborate – to support or confirm an argument or evidence.
- Evidentiary – relating to or serving as evidence.
- Inferences – conclusions drawn from evidence or reasoning.
- Postulate – to assume or propose something as true.
- Discrepancy – a lack of compatibility or consistency between facts or results.
- Dichotomy – a division or contrast between two things that are entirely different.
3. Exposition and Explanation
- Exemplify – to illustrate or clarify by providing an example.
- Elucidate – to make something clear; explain.
- Manifest – to display or show something clearly.
- Articulate – to express or convey an idea or feeling clearly.
- Substantiate – to provide evidence to support or prove the truth of something.
- Enumerate – to mention things one by one.
4. Persuasion and Persuasive Language
- Rhetoric – the art of persuasive speaking or writing.
- Appeal – a logical or emotional argument used to persuade.
- Contradiction – a statement that opposes another statement.
- Refute – to disprove or counter an argument or statement.
- Justification – the action or reasoning behind an argument or decision.
- Concede – to acknowledge a point, often reluctantly.
5. Conclusion and Summarization
- Synthesize – to combine various ideas, facts, or elements into a cohesive whole.
- Consolidate – to combine several parts into a single entity.
- Recapitulate – to summarize or repeat the main points.
- Conclude – to bring an argument or discussion to a final judgment or decision.
- Resolution – the act of solving or concluding an issue or problem.
6. Research and Citations
- Empirical – based on observation or experiment.
- Theoretical – based on theory or concepts, rather than practical applications.
- Citation – a reference to a source of information.
- Source – the origin of information or data.
- Literature Review – a summary and evaluation of existing research on a topic.
7. Data and Quantitative Terms
- Statistical Significance – the likelihood that a result or effect is not due to random chance.
- Correlation – a mutual relationship or connection between two variables.
- Variable – an element, feature, or factor that can change or vary in an experiment.
- Deviation – the difference between a value and the expected result.
- Sample Size – the number of observations or data points in a study or survey.
8. Technical or Scientific Terms
- Algorithm – a set of rules or processes to follow in calculations or problem-solving.
- Anomaly – something that deviates from what is standard, normal, or expected.
- Modulate – to adjust or alter the intensity, tone, or frequency of something.
- Quantum – relating to the smallest possible discrete unit of any physical property.
- Synergy – the interaction of multiple components to produce a combined effect greater than the sum of individual effects.
9. Comparative and Contrasting Terms
- Analogous – similar or comparable in certain respects.
- Diverge – to differ or separate in direction or opinion.
- Interrelate – to connect or link in a mutual or reciprocal manner.
- Juxtapose – to place two things side by side for comparison.
- Contrasting – highlighting the differences between two or more things.
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