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Essay structure helps readers follow ideas.
What does Structure mean?
Structure is how parts are arranged.
Dictionary definition
The way parts are arranged to form a whole; also to organize in that way.
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Structure in a sentence
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The bridge structure must be strong.
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Clear structure turns complex information into readable sections.
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What does structure mean?
Structure means structure is how parts are arranged.
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Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to structure?
Framework is close in meaning to structure in this context.
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Which word or phrase is a useful contrast for structure?
Disorder contrasts with structure in this context.
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WordStructure.
Partnoun, verb.
MeaningStructure is how parts are arranged.
ExampleExample: Essay structure helps readers follow ideas.
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- struk · cher
- Strongest beat
- struk
- Ending
- cher
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on struk.
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Synonyms
Words like Structure
frameworkClose in meaning when structure means structure is how parts are arranged.
organizationClose in meaning when structure means structure is how parts are arranged.
arrangementClose in meaning when structure means structure is how parts are arranged.
Antonyms
Opposite words
disorderContrasts with structure in the meaning structure is how parts are arranged.
messContrasts with structure in the meaning structure is how parts are arranged.
randomnessContrasts with structure in the meaning structure is how parts are arranged.
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Structure word family
Base word
structure
adjective
structural
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