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

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

Prevalent (adj.)

Mullets were prevalent in the 1980s

Sage (n.)

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

Opulent (adj.)

She wore an opulent diamond ring.

Ambivalent (adj.)

She was ambivalent about the film.

Sustain (v.)

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

Absolve (v.)

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

Exemplary (adj.)

They are known to be exemplary students.

Wary (adj.)

He is wary of the cost of college.

Eclectic

The room contained an eclectic mix of furniture styles.

Conundrum (n.)

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

Enmity (n.)

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

Placate (v.)

The girl attempts to placate her parents.