How does context help clarify the definition of a word? (1 point)

by requiring the reader to have specialized knowledge
by giving helpful clues in the passage
by directly explaining the word’s meaning
by directing the reader to consult a dictionar

1 answer

Context helps clarify the definition of a word by giving helpful clues in the passage. This includes surrounding words or phrases that provide hints or examples that allow the reader to infer the word's meaning more accurately.