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Building The Dream Gwendolyn Wright Pdf. Word power - 10 tips to improve vocabulary February 21st, 2012 by Sara Words gradually enter a person's vocabulary over a long period of time. Dreamscape Walkthrough Aldorlea Games. Having an extensive vocabulary can aid with expression and communication. Using accurate, strong and descriptive vocabulary in an exam will help you gain extra marks! Below are a few tips to help you extend your vocabulary. If you enjoy reading, try to find material written in a different style that you are accustomed to.
Diversity of topics is also important. Watch out for unfamiliar words. Try and guess the meaning.
The context in which the word is used can often give clues - then check the correct definition. When having a conversation with somebody, remember the unfamiliar word and either ask them what it means or look it up in the dictionary. Practice your new words as soon as possible, this could be via e-mail to a friend or in a conversation. Most online dictionaries provide word pronunciation either using phonetic symbols or even listening to the spoken word. Get into the habit of highlighting words in your dictionary, the next time you visit the same page you will unconsciously recall the old word. Play word games. The online version of scrabble gives you the opportunity to insert a word into a dictionary to view its definition.