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Mnemonic Weekly Tip
# 18 January 26,
2003 |
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This week’s
mnemonic clue is for the spelling and definition of the word
inundate. Individuals who possess weak language skills often
not only have difficulty with reading and spelling skills but also
learning and remembering the meaning of words, especially words
that represent abstract concepts. This week's mnemonic clue
is for the spelling and definition of the word inundate. |
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| The Mnemonic |
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The mnemonic clue for inundate provides a way
to both remember how to spell the word and remember the word’s
meaning. Since the word inundate means to flood, the person
remembers that if there is a flood on the day that you have
scheduled a date, then it becomes an un date (not a date) because
of the weather conditions. The spelling of inundate combines the
use of small words in words (in and date) with the memory clue of
un date, negating the date. By building the definition or a
synonym into the clue, the person can also remember the meaning of
the word inundate |
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A number of
teachers and students have asked to have the Mnemonic Clue of the Week
sent to them each week. If you would like to receive this service, send
your e-mail address to
rcooper@learningdifferences.com |
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