8th Grade Units 7-9 Words and Definitions

What is the definition of 'antics'?

• ridiculous and unpredictable behavior or actions

• a type of ancient architecture

• a musical instrument

• a scientific theory

What is the definition of 'audacious'?

• bold, adventurous, recklessly daring

• timid and shy

• easily influenced

• uninterested and bored

What is the definition of 'avowed'?

• declared openly and without shame, acknowledged

• hidden or secretive

• unintentionally stated

• forgotten or ignored

What is the definition of 'banter'?

• to exchange playful remarks, tease; talk that is playful and teasing

• to speak in a serious tone

• to write a formal letter

• to remain silent

What is the definition of 'bountiful'?

• giving freely, generous; plentiful, given abundantly

• rare, hard to find

• small in amount, meager

• unpleasant or harmful

What is the definition of 'churlish'?

• lacking politeness or good manners; lacking sensitivity; difficult to work with or deal with; rude

• extremely generous and kind

• full of joy and happiness

• very intelligent and wise

What is the definition of 'collaborate'?

• to work with, work together

• to compete against others

• to ignore instructions

• to work alone

What is the definition of 'congested'?

• overcrowded, filled or occupied to excess

• completely empty or vacant

• extremely clean and tidy

• very quiet and peaceful

What is the definition of 'devoid'?

• not having or using, lacking

• full of

• covered with

• related to joy

What is the definition of 'discordant'?

• disagreeable in sound, jarring; lacking in harmony

• pleasant and harmonious

• related to musical instruments

• easily understood