thesis statement
/ˈθiːsɪs ˌsteɪtmənt/
a clear statement of the main argument or point
thesis statement in a sentence
“This essay argues that... The central claim, stated plainly.”
Origin of thesis statement
Greek thesis (proposition)
Related Words
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returning to the opening image or idea
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an opening that immediately captures attention
in medias res
beginning in the middle of the action