8th Grade English Language Arts Vocabulary

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accurate

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Free from errors; exact.

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inaccurate

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Containing errors; not exact.

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acknowledge

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To recognize the existence or truth of something.

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address opposing viewpoint

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To consider and respond to a different perspective or counterclaim.

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affix

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A prefix or suffix added to a root word to change its meaning.

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analysis

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Detailed examination of the elements or structure of something.

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antonym

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A word that means the opposite of another word.

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argument

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A reason or set of reasons given to persuade others that an action or idea is right or wrong.

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argumentative text

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Writing that presents a claim and supports it with evidence and reasoning.

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audience

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The intended readers or viewers of a piece of writing or presentation.