Definition Essay

Definition essay on Physical Therapy Introduction  Attention getter You may want to include the traditional or dictionary definition here to provide a basis for your personal definition. You may want to open with a contradictory image to what would be your image to illustrate that definition. “Typical” image versus your perspective Background information: Often unnecessary in this type of paper However, you may need to provide some background about the term or the perspective you want your audience to take on the term. Thesis: State how you define the term. If you can write the definition using specific points, you will find the definition easier to follow when writing the paper. Body Points (come up with at least 3) The first part of your definition of the term. Example to illustrate that point. Analysis of how the example illustrates the point. Conclusion Review your definition’s main points Closing attention getter Sometimes a reference back to the opening attention- getter is a good way of unifying the entire essay. You may want to close with an explanation of the effect of the definition.