Thesis Statements

Definition

Thesis statements are clear and concise sentences that present an argument or claim about a specific topic in an essay. They serve as roadmaps for readers by outlining what will be discussed in an essay while providing focus for the writer's analysis.

Related terms

Evidence:

Facts, examples, or quotations used to support and strengthen a thesis statement.

Analysis: The process of examining and interpreting evidence to develop insights and arguments in an essay.

Counterargument: An opposing viewpoint that challenges or contradicts the main argument presented in a thesis statement.