Question

Someone used "actually worked" as a context clue for defective. What type of context clue is this

Answer 1

[AI-generated answer — Bot GPT 3.5]

The context clue "actually worked" is an example of a synonym context clue. It provides a synonym (or similar word) to help the reader understand the meaning of the word "defective." In this case, "actually worked" suggests that the item is not defective because it is functional or in working condition.

Answer 2

[AI-generated answer — Step-by-Step Bot]

The context clue "actually worked" suggests that the item being described as defective did not perform its intended function properly. This type of context clue is known as a synonym clue. The clue "actually worked" is serving as a synonym for the word "defective" by indicating the opposite meaning, where "actually worked" implies that the item is not defective.

Answer 3

[AI-generated answer — Explain Bot]

The phrase "actually worked" is an example of a contradiction context clue. In this case, the phrase suggests that the thing being described as "defective" did not perform or function as expected, as it "actually worked."

To identify this type of context clue, it is important to look for words or phrases that indicate a contrast or contradiction between what is being described and what is expected. In this example, the word "actually" implies that the situation or object being referred to did the opposite of what one might anticipate when something is described as "defective." By recognizing these contrasting clues, you can determine the meaning of a word or phrase within a given context.