6th Grade Vocabulary

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What is a solstice?

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A solstice is the position of the sun at its highest or lowest point in the sky at noon, marking the longest and shortest days of the year.

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What does progeny mean?

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Progeny means children or descendants.

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What does deferential mean?

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Deferential means showing respect or yielding to the judgment of others.

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What does tenacious mean?

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Tenacious means determined and persistent in maintaining or adhering to something.

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What does sage mean?

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Sage means wise, especially as a result of age and experience.

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What is the meaning of the word 'benevolent'?

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Benevolent means well-meaning and kindly.

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What does 'meticulous' mean?

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Meticulous means showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise.

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What does 'arduous' mean?

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Arduous means involving or requiring strenuous effort; difficult and tiring.

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What is the meaning of 'candid'?

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Candid means truthful and straightforward; frank.

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What does 'diligent' mean?

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Diligent means having or showing care and conscientiousness in one's work or duties.