7th grade vocabulary words

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Word list with definitions vocabulary worksheet, 7th grade words · 4 pages

Vocabulary7th grade vocabulary wordsRead each word, its meaning and the example. Then say your own sentence out loud.advocatenouna person who speaks up for a cause“She is an advocate for clean oceans.”affluentadjectivewealthy“The affluent family donated a new playground.”alleviateverbto make pain or a problem less severe“Ice can alleviate the swelling.”arbitraryadjectivebased on chance or a whim, not reason“The rule seemed arbitrary to the students.”articulateverbto express ideas clearly“She can articulate her ideas in a debate.”benevolentadjectivekind and generous“The benevolent king fed the hungry villagers.”candornounhonest, open speech“I appreciate your candor about the mistake.”catalystnounsomething that causes a change to happen“The storm was the catalyst for a new levee.”circumventverbto find a way around a rule or obstacle“They tried to circumvent the long line.”coincideverbto happen at the same time“My birthday will coincide with spring break.”complacentadjectivetoo satisfied to keep trying hard“Don't get complacent after one good grade.”edulist.com/word-lists/vocabulary-words/7th-gradeFree printables, plus learning programs scholarships can pay for · Page 1 of 4

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These 40 7th grade vocabulary words help students argue, analyze and describe with precision: corroborate, refute, concede, rhetoric, impartial, prevalent, tenacious and eloquent. Many come from Latin roots that unlock other words (bene in benevolent, cred in incredible, vid in evident).

Each word has a definition and example sentence. Seventh graders write more arguments, so words like concede, refute and corroborate are especially useful. Work through one set of 10 at a time with the worksheets and answer keys.

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  • Use argument words in a family debate: concede a point, refute a claim.
  • Find the root in each word and list two other words that share it.

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What vocabulary words should a 7th grader know?

Words for argument and analysis (refute, corroborate, rhetoric) and precise describing words (tenacious, meager, ominous) used in literature.

Do these words help with test prep?

They're the kind of academic words that appear in reading passages and questions on state tests and later on the SAT and ACT.

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