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Vocabulary List for 8th Graders


This list below contains almost 100 of the most important vocabulary words for 8th grade students to learn. Add these to your mental word bank and watch your confidence grow in both speaking and writing. In addition to the definition, each word's page includes 20+ sentence examples. This is critical as language is contextual and can't be learned from definition alone.

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Why Vocabulary Matters

8th Grade Vocabulary Words
Learning vocabulary words is important because it allows you to communicate better with others, understand texts more easily, and read more books. We use words every single day, whether in conversation or in reading articles, but do we know what these words mean? There are many different ways to study vocabulary words. Some people prefer studying them on their own while others collaborate with classmates. Whichever way you choose to study them, learning vocabulary has many benefits for us all. It helps you understand what you're reading. According to research, children must comprehend 98 percent of the words they read in order to comprehend what they are reading. Their comprehension of novels and textbooks will increase as their vocabulary grows. It is crucial for language development. Children with a large vocabulary are more likely to think deeply, express themselves more clearly, and read more. Improving language and literacy abilities early in childhood will enable children to achieve greater academic and communication success. A good vocabulary basis is necessary for effective communication, or "saying what you mean." When you speak, using the appropriate words makes you a more effective communicator.