Context Clues

📝 Quick Definition

Hints in surrounding text that help determine word meaning

📚 Detailed Explanation

Context clues are hints found within a sentence, paragraph, or passage that help a reader understand the meaning of unfamiliar words. Types include definition, synonym, antonym, example, and inference clues.

💡 Example

The verbose speaker talked for hours without pause. (verbose = wordy, talkative)

⚠️ Common Mistake/Confusion

Must use surrounding text—not just guessing.

🏷️ Tags

📌 Notes/Source

Essential skill for independent reading.