In this lesson, you will learn about pairs of antonyms, one of the especially important areas of critical-essay terminology and vocabulary. Rather than memorizing words alone, you will aim to explain mechanisms and reasons in your own words.
Key Point
Learn pairs such as subjective and objective, and deductive and inductive, so that you can explain the axis of opposition between them.
Learn pairs such as subjective and objective, and deductive and inductive, so that you can explain the axis of opposition between them.
Important Points
- Check not only the conclusion but also its reasons
- Distinguish similar words and exceptions
- Try using the same way of thinking with other examples
Practice
- Explain the key point in two sentences.
- Give one common misconception and explain how it is different.
- Apply it to a familiar or concrete example and check your understanding.