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