Vocab-3-Definitions and Explanations as Context Clues

Definitions and Explanations as Context Clues

Sometimes an author will try to emphasize and give clarification for a word in 2 different ways.  One way, is by including the definition nearby the specific word. Another option is for the author to give an explanation that explains the word or gives an example of the word.  In the following passages, use the context clues (be most aware of definitions and explanations) to help you choose the best meaning for the word.