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Vocabulary test 1 8th grade
The first Vocabulary Test for Ms. Risso, Gunderson, and Hardy
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Language - English
8th Grade
09/30/2013

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Term
percussion noun
Definition
The sharp striking of one thing against another.
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perennial adjective
Definition
Lasting for an indefinitely long time
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permeate transitive verb
Definition
To penetrate through spaces; to spread throughout
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persevere intransitive verb
Definition
To hold fast or purpose despite handicaps or obstacles
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defer transitive verb
Definition
To postpone; to delay
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dilatory adjective
Definition
Tending to delay or to postpone
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elation noun
Definition
Excited feelings or pride, triumph, or happiness
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infer transitive verb
Definition
To use available evidence to form a conclusion
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contend intransitive verb
Definition
To engage in a quarrel, a struggle or rivalry
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intent noun
Definition
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