grade 7 words first Flashcards
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Abundant
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Present in large amounts.(Synonym: Plentiful)
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Clarify
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To make something easier to understand.(Synonym: Explain)
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Vaccine
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A substance used to protect against diseases.(Synonym: Immunization)
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Foreshadowing
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Hints about what will happen later in a story.(Synonym: Hinting)
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Mood
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The emotional atmosphere of a story.(Synonym: Feeling)
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Narrative
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A story or account of events.(Synonym: Tale)
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Onomatopoeia
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Words that imitate sounds.(Synonym: Sound words)
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Point of View
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The perspective from which a story is told.(Synonym: Viewpoint)
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Resolution
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The solution or outcome of a story.(Synonym: Conclusion)
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Satire
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Writing that criticizes using humor.(Synonym: Parody)
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Theme
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The main idea or message of a story.(Synonym: Central idea)
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Tone
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The writer’s attitude toward the subject.(Synonym: Style)
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Adaptation
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A change that helps an organism survive.(Synonym: Adjustment)
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Verse
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Writing arranged with a rhythm, typically poetry.(Synonym: Line)
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Asset
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Something valuable that you own.(Synonym: Property)
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Budget
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A plan for spending money.(Synonym: Financial plan)
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Commerce
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The activity of buying and selling goods.(Synonym: Trade)
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Debt
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Money that is owed.(Synonym: Liability)
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Economy
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The wealth and resources of a country.(Synonym: Financial system)
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Investment
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Putting money into something for profit.(Synonym: Funding)
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Profit
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Money earned after expenses are paid.(Synonym: Earnings)
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Revenue
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Money made from a business.(Synonym: Income)
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Stock
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A share in the ownership of a company.(Synonym: Equity)
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Catalyst
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A substance that speeds up a chemical reaction.(Synonym: Accelerator)
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Transaction
An exchange of money or goods. (Synonym: Deal)
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Bay
A body of water surrounded by land on three sides. (Synonym: Cove)
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Canyon
A deep valley with steep sides. (Synonym: Gorge)
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Continent
One of Earth's seven large land masses. (Synonym: Landmass)
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Equator
An imaginary line dividing the Earth into north and south. (Synonym: Zero latitude)
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Glacier
A large, slow-moving mass of ice. (Synonym: Ice sheet)
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Harbor
A protected place for ships. (Synonym: Dock)
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Isthmus
A narrow strip of land connecting two larger areas. (Synonym: Land bridge)
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Oasis
A fertile area in a desert. (Synonym: Waterhole)
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Peninsula
Land surrounded by water on three sides. (Synonym: Promontory)
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Density
The amount of matter in a certain volume. (Synonym: Thickness)
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Volcano
A mountain that erupts with lava. (Synonym: Lava mountain)
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Evolution
The gradual change in species over time. (Synonym: Development)
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Fossilization
The process of becoming a fossil. (Synonym: Preservation)
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Genetics
The study of heredity and genes. (Synonym: Inheritance science)
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Heredity
The passing of traits from parents to offspring. (Synonym: Genetics)
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Newton's Laws
Laws that explain motion and force. (Synonym: Principles of physics)
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Replication
Copying or reproducing something. (Synonym: Duplication)
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Achieve
To reach a goal successfully. (Synonym: Accomplish)
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Trophic
Related to feeding and nutrition in ecosystems. (Synonym: Nutritional)
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Algebraic
Relating to algebra, including variables and expressions. (Synonym: Mathematical)
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Coefficient
A number in front of a variable in math. (Synonym: Multiplier)
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Inequality
A mathematical statement that two things are not equal. (Synonym: Disparity)
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Linear
Relating to straight-line equations or functions. (Synonym: Straight)
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Quadrant
One of four sections on a coordinate grid. (Synonym: Section)
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Rational
A number that can be expressed as a fraction. (Synonym: Fractional)
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Slope
The steepness of a line on a graph. (Synonym: Gradient)
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Theorem
A proven statement in mathematics. (Synonym: Proposition)
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Variable
A symbol representing a number in math. (Synonym: Unknown)
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Acknowledge
To accept or recognize something. (Synonym: Admit)
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Vertex
The point where two lines meet in geometry. (Synonym: Corner)
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Alliance
A union between countries or groups. (Synonym: Partnership)
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Annexation
Adding territory to a country. (Synonym: Takeover)
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Artifact
An object made by humans, often historical. (Synonym: Relic)
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Feudalism
A system of lords, vassals, and peasants. (Synonym: Medieval hierarchy)
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Imperialism
Extending a country’s power through colonization. (Synonym: Expansionism)
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Manifest Destiny
The belief in U.S. territorial expansion. (Synonym: Expansion ideology)
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Propaganda
Information spread to influence opinions. (Synonym: Misinformation)
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Reformation
A movement for religious reform. (Synonym: Change)
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Renaissance
A period of cultural rebirth in Europe. (Synonym: Revival)
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Ambitious
Having a strong desire to succeed. (Synonym: Driven)
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Treaty
A formal agreement between countries. (Synonym: Pact)
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Allusion
A reference to another work or event. (Synonym: Mention)
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Anecdote
A short, entertaining story. (Synonym: Tale)
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Archetype
A universal symbol or character type. (Synonym: Prototype)
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Connotation
The emotional or implied meaning of a word. (Synonym: Suggestion)
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Denotation
The literal meaning of a word. (Synonym: Definition)
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Euphemism
A polite word used instead of a harsh one. (Synonym: Softened term)
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Hyperbole
Extreme exaggeration for effect. (Synonym: Overstatement)
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Juxtaposition
Placing things side by side for comparison. (Synonym: Contrast)
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Paradox
A statement that seems contradictory but reveals a truth. (Synonym: Contradiction)
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Anticipate
To expect or predict something. (Synonym: Foresee)
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Personification
Giving human traits to nonhuman things. (Synonym: Humanizing)
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Amendment
A change or addition to a legal document. (Synonym: Modification)
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Bureaucracy
A system of managing government through departments. (Synonym: Administration)
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Civil Rights
The rights of citizens to freedom and equality. (Synonym: Liberties)
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Demographics
Data about populations. (Synonym: Statistics)
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Economics
The study of money and resources. (Synonym: Finance)
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Federalism
A system where power is divided between national and state governments. (Synonym: Division of powers)
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Globalization
The spread of ideas and trade worldwide. (Synonym: International integration)
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Legislation
Laws created by a government. (Synonym: Lawmaking)
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Militarism
A focus on building military power. (Synonym: Armed focus)
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Approach
A way of dealing with something. (Synonym: Method)
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Sovereignty
A nation’s right to govern itself. (Synonym: Independence)
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Archipelago
A group of islands. (Synonym: Island chain)
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Climate
The average weather conditions in a region. (Synonym: Weather pattern)
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Deforestation
The cutting down of forests. (Synonym: Clearing)
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Desertification
The process by which land becomes desert. (Synonym: Land degradation)
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Erosion
The wearing away of Earth’s surface. (Synonym: Weathering)
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Latitude
Imaginary lines that measure distance north or south of the equator. (Synonym: Horizontal lines)
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Longitude
Imaginary lines that measure distance east or west of the prime meridian. (Synonym: Vertical lines)
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Plateau
A flat area raised above the surrounding land. (Synonym: Upland)
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Topography
The arrangement of physical features on Earth. (Synonym: Terrain)
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Argument
A discussion where different views are expressed. (Synonym: Debate)
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Urbanization
The growth of cities. (Synonym: City expansion)
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Acidic
Having a pH less than 7. (Synonym: Sour)
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Atom
The smallest unit of matter. (Synonym: Particle)
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Biodiversity
The variety of life in a specific area. (Synonym: Ecological variety)
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Chromosome
A thread-like structure carrying genetic information. (Synonym: DNA strand)
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Ecosystem
A community of interacting organisms and their environment. (Synonym: Biome)
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Hydrology
The study of water and its movement. (Synonym: Water science)
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Magnetism
The force exerted by magnets. (Synonym: Attraction force)
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Organism
Any living thing. (Synonym: Creature)
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Prokaryote
A simple cell without a nucleus. (Synonym: Unicellular organism)
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Authority
The power to give orders or make decisions. (Synonym: Control)
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Symbiosis
A relationship between two organisms that benefits at least one. (Synonym: Mutualism)
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Blueprint
A detailed design or plan. (Synonym: Draft)
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Circuit
A path for electrical current. (Synonym: Network)
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Compression
The act of pressing something into a smaller space. (Synonym: Compacting)
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Innovation
A new method, idea, or product. (Synonym: Invention)
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Interface
The point of connection between systems or devices. (Synonym: Interaction)
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Mechanism
A system of parts working together in a machine. (Synonym: Apparatus)
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Processor
The part of a computer that processes data. (Synonym: CPU)
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Prototype
The first model of a product. (Synonym: Sample)
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Software
The programs used by a computer. (Synonym: Application)
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Bias
A preference that prevents fair judgment. (Synonym: Prejudice)
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Transmission
Sending information or energy from one place to another. (Synonym: Transfer)
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Cardiovascular
Relating to the heart and blood vessels. (Synonym: Circulatory)
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Digestive
Relating to the system that processes food. (Synonym: Nutritional)
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Hormone
A chemical messenger in the body. (Synonym: Regulator)
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Immunity
The body's ability to resist disease. (Synonym: Resistance)
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Metabolism
The process of converting food into energy. (Synonym: Energy process)
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Neuron
A nerve cell in the body. (Synonym: Brain cell)
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Respiration
The process of breathing. (Synonym: Inhalation and exhalation)
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Skeletal
Relating to bones in the body. (Synonym: Bone-related)
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Tissue
A group of similar cells performing a function. (Synonym: Cellular structure)
