vocabulary development
Expanding word knowledge
Vocabulary development is the process of learning new words and deepening understanding of familiar ones.
In education, it refers to deliberate instruction and practice: The curriculum emphasizes vocabulary development in early grades.
The term applies across the lifespan—from toddlers acquiring first words to adults expanding professional terminology.
Strong vocabulary development correlates with reading comprehension and academic success.
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