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What is a informative verb?

The term "informative verb" isn't a standard grammatical term. However, it's likely being used to describe verbs that clearly convey the action or state of being involved in a sentence.

Here's what makes a verb "informative" in this context:

* Clarity: The verb clearly explains what is happening in the sentence.

* Specificity: It avoids vague or general verbs like "do" or "make" in favor of more specific verbs that describe the action in detail.

Example:

Not Informative: The girl did her homework.

Informative: The girl completed her homework.

"Completed" is more informative because it clearly tells us what the girl did with her homework.

Here are some other examples of informative verbs:

* Instead of: The chef made a cake.

* Use: The chef baked a cake.

* Instead of: The student went to the library.

* Use: The student researched in the library.

In essence, an "informative verb" helps create a more vivid and engaging writing style by providing specific and clear details about the action or state of being.

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