demonstrate
/ˈdɛmənˌstreɪt/Another word for show — proving something is true with clear evidence.
Example: The results demonstrate a clear link between diet and health.
B116 words · Intermediate
Word Choice & Register vocabulary — B1
Precise, formal vocabulary for academic and professional writing — demonstrate, indicate, significant and obtain — swapping an everyday verb for the more exact word a report or a letter needs.
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16numerous
/ˈnumərəs/The academic word for a large number, used for counting many separate things.
Example:
The report lists numerous studies that support this idea.
specific
/spəˈsɪfɪk/The opposite of general — referring to one particular thing, not a whole group.
Example:
Can you give me a more specific example of the problem?
precise
/prɪˈsaɪs/The opposite of unclear — exact and stated in detail.
Example:
Scientists need precise measurements to compare their results.
discuss
/dɪˈskʌs/The academic word for talking about something, used when people share and compare opinions.
Example:
Let's discuss the results before we write the report.
indicate
/ˈɪndəˌkeɪt/The academic word for suggesting something is likely true, used about facts, data or signs.
Example:
Dark clouds usually indicate that rain is on the way.
significant
/səɡˈnɪfɪkənt/The academic word for important, used for results or effects that clearly matter.
Example:
There's been a significant improvement in her grades this term.
identify
/aɪˈdɛntəˌfaɪ/The academic word for working out exactly what something is, used about a problem or a pattern.
Example:
Scientists managed to identify the virus within a week.
estimate
/ˈɛstəmət/The academic word for guessing a number or amount fairly closely, used when you don't have the exact facts.
Example:
We estimate that the repairs will cost around $500.
highlight
/ˈhaɪˌlaɪt/The academic word for drawing attention to something important, used about an idea or a finding.
Example:
The teacher wanted to highlight the main causes of the war.
purchase
/ˈpɜrtʃəs/The formal word for buying something, used in shops, contracts or business.
Example:
You can purchase tickets online before the show.
receive
/rəˈsiv/Another word for get — used when someone gives or sends something to you.
Example:
She was excited to receive the award in front of everyone.
request
/rɪˈkwɛst/The formal word for politely asking someone for something specific, used for help, information or permission.
Example:
Please request a new password if you can't log in.
formal
/ˈfɔrməl/The opposite of casual — suitable for official or serious situations.
Example:
He wore a formal suit to the interview.
inform
/ˌɪnˈfɔrm/The formal word for telling someone something, used for official news or facts.
Example:
We will inform you by email once your order has shipped.
obtain
/əbˈteɪn/The formal word for getting something official or hard to find, used for documents or permits.
Example:
You'll need to obtain a permit before starting construction.
