7th Grade Vocab List 2
Definition
Part of
Speech
Sentence
1.
Conclude
to come to an end or close
Verb
The show will conclude with a grand finale.
2.
Constitution
a system of fundamental laws or principles
Noun
Our constitution lists our basic rights.
3.
Culture
a society with its own customs and language
Noun
A foreign culture has unfamiliar customs.
4.
Connotation
implied alternative meaning
Noun
That word has a negative connotation.
5.
Currency
a system or type of money
Noun
The board game uses fake money for currency.
6.
Debate
a formal argument; a dispute of opinion
Noun
In a debate, you disagree without bickering.
7.
Discriminate
to show personal prejudice against or for
Verb
He may discriminate by hiring his friends.
8.
Denotation
an idea signified by another idea or symbol
Noun
The denotation of a heart symbol is usually love.
9.
Dynasty
ongoing reign or influence of a powerful family
Noun
The family dynasty will rule till overthrown.
10.
Dialect
the way someone speaks their language
Noun
Dialect is the way a person speaks a language.