expository essay
Informative written piece
An expository essay explains or informs rather than argues or persuades.
The writer presents facts, analysis, or explanation of a topic without advocating a position: The assignment was a five-paragraph expository essay on photosynthesis.
Common in academic settings, expository essays prioritize clarity and logical organization over style or opinion.
- thesis statementCore claim of essay
- thesisAcademic argument requiring defense
- argumentReasoned case or dispute
- main ideaCentral concept conveyed
- academicRelating to education or theory
body paragraph · paragraph · introduction · topic sentence · conclusion · in conclusion · evidence · supporting details · analysis · informative · research · topic · clarity · structured · persuasive · body · outline · explain
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Writing that advocates viewpoints
argumentative essay · polemic · editorial · position paper · op-ed
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Story-driven personal composition
personal narrative · short story · creative nonfiction · fiction · memoir
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Autobiographical prose work
reflective essay · emotional appeal · opinion piece · diary entry · love letter
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