Synonyms
Meaning
Antonyms
Example
Inference
100

This vocabulary term is a synonym for progression, unfolding, and advancement

DEVELOPMENT

100

To figure out and explain the hidden or deeper meaning of a text, poem, or story

INTERPRET

100

The direct opposite of this term is synthesis, which means to combine parts to make a whole

ANALYZE

100

Take a look at this list. All of the examples are common ______________________ you may find in literature.

Life's unpredictability, Courage, Friendships, Dreams, True love, Betrayal, Grief, Nature, Challenges, Curiosity

THEME

100

Clue: The reviewer leaves five stars but mentions they received the product for free. What is the inference?

INFERENCE: You can infer that the review carries some degree of commercial bias.

200

To deduce, conclude, gather, or reason means the same as this vocabulary term

INFER

200

Means a particular way of thinking about, seeing, or understanding something

PERSPECTIVE

200

These words mean the opposite of assumption, speculation, and contradiction

EVIDENCE

200

His childish complaints stopped the group from making a quick choice. 

Her youthful spirit made the whole room feel bright and happy.

CONNOTATION

200

"In the winter of 1777, George Washington's soldiers at Valley Forge lacked boots, blankets, and reliable food supplies." 

What can you infer from the text? What is the evidence for your inference?

INFERENCE and CITING THE EVIDENCE