Building a strong vocabulary is a fundamental skill for any student. Instead of using a dictionary for every new word, you can use the L.E.A.D.S. strategy to find context clues. This method includes looking for Logic, Examples, Antonyms, Definitions, and Synonyms within the sentence. For instance, authors often provide a Definition or an Example right after a difficult word to help the reader understand. Practicing these strategies through academic materials and educational games, like those from Merriam-Webster, makes learning general academic words more effective and enjoyable.
