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Tier 2 vocabulary

Practice broadly useful words that can help with reading and writing in more than one subject.

Tier 2 vocabulary

Word	Meaning	In a sentence
analyzeverb	To study something carefully by examining its parts and how they relate.	We will analyze the survey responses to find common concerns.
benefitnoun	A helpful or favorable result, effect, or feature.	One benefit of the new path is easier access to the river.
challengenoun	A difficult task or situation that requires effort or skill.	Finding enough rehearsal time was our biggest challenge.
compareverb	To examine things to find similarities, differences, or both.	Compare the prices before choosing a ticket.
complexadjective	Having many connected parts or details that can be difficult to understand.	The map shows a complex network of underground passages.
consequencenoun	A result of an action, choice, or event.	One consequence of the road closure was heavier traffic on the side streets.
essentialadjective	Necessary for something to exist, work, or succeed.	Clean water is essential for the seedlings to survive.
evidencenoun	Information or observations that help show whether a claim is true.	The footprints provided evidence that an animal had crossed the garden.
explainverb	To make something clear by giving information, reasons, or details.	Please explain how you solved the problem.
flexibleadjective	Able to change or adapt to different needs or conditions.	Our schedule is flexible, so we can meet in the afternoon.
frequentadjective	Happening often or at short intervals.	Frequent showers interrupted the afternoon games.
implyverb	To suggest something without stating it directly.	Her message seemed to imply that the meeting would be postponed.
maintainverb	To keep something in its current condition or continue it at a particular level.	Regular cleaning helps maintain the equipment.
obtainverb	To get something, often through effort or a request.	You can obtain a map from the visitor center.
perspectivenoun	A way of thinking about or viewing a situation.	Reading the diary gave us a different perspective on the journey.
previousadjective	Existing or happening before the one being discussed.	The previous owner planted the pear tree.
reluctantadjective	Unwilling or hesitant to do something.	I was reluctant to leave before the repairs were finished.
significantadjective	Important enough to deserve attention or have an effect.	The bridge repair made a significant difference to our journey.
strategynoun	A planned approach for reaching a goal or dealing with a problem.	Our strategy is to repair the busiest paths first.
varyverb	To differ or change, or to make something different from time to time.	Opening hours vary from one branch to another.