8th Grade List 10

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robust

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strong, resilient; able to withstand or overcome adverse conditions.

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divergent

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differing or deviating; having different opinions or tastes.

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counterclaim

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a reasonable argument that opposes or disagrees with another claim.

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relevant

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closely connected or appropriate to what is being done or considered.

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preposterous

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absurd, ridiculous, lacking sense.

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augment

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to make something greater by adding to it; increase.

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covet

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to desire something that belongs to someone else.

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impede

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to delay or prevent someone or something by obstructing them.

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claim

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a statement that something is true, typically without providing evidence.

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evidence

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the available body of facts or information indicating whether a belief or proposition is true or valid.