Key terms are words and phrases that relate to your topic.
In order to find information related to your topic, you will need to develop a list of key terms that you will use to search encyclopaedia, databases, catalogues, indexes and more. This list will include key concepts, synonyms and related terms. It may also include:
As you progress through your research project, it is likely you will add to this list.
A synonym is a word that has a similar meaning to another word. For example:
Related terms can have similar meanings to the original key term. They can be broader or narrower terms.