125 Vocabulary Words 8th Graders Should Know: List 1

What is the definition of the word "abate"?

• To increase in intensity

• To reduce in amount or intensity

• To create something new

• To hide or conceal

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CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Which sentence correctly uses the word "assimilate"?

• The plant began to assimilate the nutrients from the soil.

• The dog assimilated the ball across the yard.

• She assimilated the book on the shelf.

• He assimilated the car into the garage.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

Identify a synonym for the word "concede".

• Deny

• Admit

• Refuse

• Ignore

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CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Analyze the meaning of "dissipate" in the context of the following sentence: "The fog began to dissipate as the sun rose."

• To gather

• To intensify

• To scatter or disappear

• To solidify

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is an antonym for the word "erratic"?

• Unpredictable

• Consistent

• Sporadic

• Irregular

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CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Use the word "flourish" in a sentence that demonstrates its meaning.

• The plant began to flourish in the desert heat.

• The athlete flourished by sitting on the bench.

• The business flourished during the economic downturn.

• The flower flourished in the rich soil.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does the word "impulsive" mean in the context of decision-making?

• Thoughtful and deliberate

• Careful and planned

• Spontaneous and without forethought

• Slow and methodical

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Identify a synonym for "longevity".

• Shortness

• Brevity

• Duration

• Transience

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CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Which of the following sentences uses "malleable" correctly?

• The malleable rock shattered when dropped.

• The malleable metal was easily shaped into a sculpture.

• The malleable glass was unbreakable.

• The malleable wood was too hard to carve.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the definition of "obstruct"?

• To clear a path

• To block or hinder

• To assist or help

• To illuminate

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CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A