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English Language Arts · Grades 1–2

Context Clue

noun

Information in the text surrounding an unknown word that helps reveal its meaning.

Example Sentences

"She used context clues to figure out the meaning of the word 'enormous.'"

"Context clues in the paragraph helped him understand the new vocabulary word."

Synonyms & Related Terms

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Quick Check

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Study Tips

To remember context clue, try writing it in a sentence of your own. Connect it to something you already know about english language arts.

Use it in conversation today — saying a word aloud three times helps lock it into long-term memory.