7th and 8th Grade Vocabulary Week of 10/5

7th and 8th Grade Vocabulary Week of 10/5

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widespread in a particular area or at a particular time

Prevalent (adj.)

Mullets were prevalent in the 1980s

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profoundly wise person, especially one who features in ancient history or legend

Sage (n.)

The Dalai Lama is considered a sage by many around the world.

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ostentatiously(in a “showy” way) rich and luxurious or lavish

Opulent (adj.)

She wore an opulent diamond ring.

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having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something or someone

Ambivalent (adj.)

She was ambivalent about the film.

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cause to continue or be prolonged for an extended period or without interruption

Sustain (v.)

Marathoners must sustain a steady pace in order to finish 26.2 miles.

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set or declare (someone) free from blame, guilt, or responsibility.

Absolve (v.)

She was absolved of responsibility when her brother admitted breaking the dish.

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serving as a desirable model; representing the best of its kind

Exemplary (adj.)

They are known to be exemplary students.

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feeling or showing caution about possible dangers or problems

Wary (adj.)

He is wary of the cost of college.

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deriving ideas, style, or taste from a broad and diverse range of sources.

Eclectic

The room contained an eclectic mix of furniture styles.

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a confusing and difficult problem or question.

Conundrum (n.)

He loves his job, however, the low pay has created a conundrum for him.

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the state or feeling of being actively opposed or hostile to someone or something

Enmity (n.)

Her enmity for math continues to grow as the topics become more difficult.

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make (someone) less angry or hostile

Placate (v.)

The girl attempts to placate her parents.