Grade 8 Vocab List 6

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Anguish (n.)

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Great mental suffering, distress, or pain

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Flaunt (v.)

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To wave or flutter showily; to display in a conceited, offensive way

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Ostracize (v.)

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To exclude from a group; banish, send away

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Repercussion (n.)

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An effect or consequence of some action or event

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Retentive (adj.)

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Able to hold, keep, or recall; retaining knowledge easily

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Scapegoat (n.)

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A person or thing carrying the blame for others

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Aloof (adj.)

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Withdrawn, standing apart from others (usually as a matter of choice)

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Forthright (adj.)

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Speaking in a straightforward manner

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Resolute (adj.)

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Bold and determined

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Genial (adj.)

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Pleasantly cheerful or warm