DEFINITION
TYPES OF DEFINITION I. Informal » one or more synonymous expressions II. Formal – 3 parts: a. Term b. Genus c. Differential RULES IN DEFINITION 1. Use of simple words 2. If the term is Noun the word after “is” is also a noun. 3. Don’t begin with 3W’s (What, When, Where) 4. Avoid using the term itself or its derivative. 5. Don’t put the term to broad or narrow METHODS OF EXPANDING FORMAL DEFINITION 1. Details » addition of sentences particulars 2. Examples/Instances » made more concrete; illustrations are sited 3. Comparison(contrast + analogy), Contrast (Differences), Analogy(similarities) 4. Word derivative » origin of the term ; etymology PLACEMENT OF DEFINITION 1. Text itself » within the paragraph 2. Footnote 3. In a special section, in the introduction 4. In the glossary, End of the report