Knowledge and Information: English Vocabulary List

to explain or show the meaning of something using examples, pictures, etc.

"These examples illustrate the problem well."

"The graph illustrates the relationship between population growth and the increasing demand for natural resources."

to explain something by providing examples, doing experiments, etc.

"He will demonstrate the machine."

"The scientist will demonstrate the effectiveness of the new vaccine through a series of controlled laboratory experiments."

to explain what something means

"It is difficult to interpret his silence."

"It can be difficult to interpret the meaning of abstract paintings without some background information about the artist's intentions."

to guide someone by providing information, training, or advice, helping them acquire new skills or understand a specific subject

"The manual will instruct you how to assemble it."

"The manual will instruct you how to assemble the furniture step by step with clear diagrams."

to help something develop, grow, evolve, etc.

"Parents nurture their children's talents."

"Good parents nurture their children's natural curiosity by encouraging them to explore the world and ask questions freely."

to explain something thoroughly and with specific information

"The report details the accident causes."

"The report details the causes of the accident and recommends specific measures to prevent similar incidents from recurring."

to make something clear or understandable

"The detective will unravel the mystery."

"The detective worked tirelessly to unravel the mystery and finally discovered who had committed the crime."

to explain something clearly and in detail

"Please lay out the plan."

"The manager will lay out the new project timeline during tomorrow's team meeting."

to clearly define or state specific details, characteristics, or requirements

"Please specify your preferred delivery date."

"The contract specifies that all payments must be made within thirty days of the invoice date."

to pass on information from one party to another

"His tone conveys sadness and regret."

"His tone of voice conveyed sadness and regret even though his words were meant to be comforting."

to depict or represent someone or something in a work of art, literature, or other forms of expression

"The actor portrays a famous historical figure."

"The actor portrays a famous historical figure in the new film and captures his mannerisms perfectly."

to reveal or disclose something previously concealed or hidden

"The company will unveil its new product."

"The company will unveil its latest smartphone model at a special event scheduled for next week."

to make something known to someone or the public, particularly when it was a secret at first

"The report discloses confidential information."

"The report discloses confidential information about the company's financial situation that was previously unknown to the public."

to reveal, uncover, or make visible something that was hidden or covered

"The article exposes government corruption."

"The investigative journalist risked her career to expose government corruption and hold powerful officials accountable."

to organize and present something, typically a performance or an event

"The activists staged a peaceful protest."

"The activists staged a peaceful protest in front of the government building to demand action on climate change."

to reveal something, such as thoughts, feelings, qualities, etc. unintentionally

"His face did betray him."

"Despite his attempts to remain composed, his trembling hands and averted gaze seemed to betray his inner turmoil and anxiety."