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7th Grade Vocabulary Words

Seventh-grade readers are expected to move confidently among literary analysis, argument, research, science, mathematics, history, and civic discussion. This level develops precise Tier II and cross-curricular language while reinforcing context clues, word relationships, roots and affixes, multiple meanings, source evaluation, and evidence-based speaking and writing.

This independently authored 500-word beta curriculum is arranged in twenty pages of twenty-five words each. Words 1–300 include five cloze questions per page; words 301–500 remain fully visible and editable as list pages while the expanded practice layer is developed. Each row includes a subject-field label and an editable word-study note about a transparent affix, compound structure, capitalization, or dictionary base form. The supplied Grade 7 workbook calibrated difficulty and vocabulary-study skills only; all learner-facing definitions, examples, quizzes, and descriptions are original KSSR copy.

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#	Word	Details	Meaning	Sample sentence
1	specify	verb Study Field: Grade 7 academic reading and reasoning word Word study: Suffix focus: -ify commonly forms a verb meaning to make or become.	to state something exactly or in enough detail	The directions specify which measurements belong in the final table.
2	divulge	verb Study Field: Grade 7 academic reading and reasoning word Word study: Base-form focus: divulge is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context.	to reveal information that was meant to remain private	The journalist refused to divulge the confidential source's name.
3	align	verb Study Field: Grade 7 academic reading and reasoning word Word study: Base-form focus: align is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context.	to arrange things in a straight line or bring ideas into agreement	The revised budget must align with the council's stated priorities.
4	speculation	noun Study Field: Grade 7 academic reading and reasoning word Word study: Suffix focus: -ation commonly forms a noun naming an action, process, or result.	an idea or guess formed without complete evidence	The rumor remains speculation until a reliable witness confirms it.
5	vary	verb Study Field: Grade 7 academic reading and reasoning word Word study: Base-form focus: vary is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context.	to differ or change according to the situation	Daily temperatures vary more in the desert than near the ocean.
6	conviction	noun Study Field: Grade 7 academic reading and reasoning word Word study: Suffix focus: -tion commonly forms a noun naming an action, process, or result.	a firmly held belief or opinion	Her conviction that every child deserves books inspired the donation drive.
7	perplexity	noun Study Field: Grade 7 academic reading and reasoning word Word study: Suffix focus: -ity commonly forms a noun naming a quality, state, or condition.	a state of confusion caused by something difficult to understand	The contradictory clues left the investigators in perplexity.
8	versatile	adjective Study Field: Grade 7 academic reading and reasoning word Word study: Base-form focus: versatile is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context.	able to perform many different tasks or serve many purposes	A versatile tool can cut wire, tighten screws, and open packages.
9	oppose	verb Study Field: Grade 7 academic reading and reasoning word Word study: Base-form focus: oppose is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context.	to disagree with or act against an idea or plan	Several residents oppose the highway because it would divide the wetland.
10	noncommittal	adjective Study Field: Grade 7 academic reading and reasoning word Word study: Prefix focus: non- means not or without.	not clearly expressing an opinion or decision	The director gave a noncommittal reply while the proposal was still under review.
11	unabridged	adjective Study Field: Grade 7 academic reading and reasoning word Word study: Base-form focus: unabridged is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context.	complete and not shortened from the original	The library owns an unabridged edition containing every chapter of the novel.
12	irrational	adjective Study Field: Grade 7 academic reading and reasoning word Word study: Base-form focus: irrational is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context.	not based on sound reasoning or evidence	It is irrational to reject the experiment before examining its results.
13	gauge	verb Study Field: Grade 7 academic reading and reasoning word Word study: Base-form focus: gauge is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context.	to estimate or measure the amount, size, or condition of something	The survey helps researchers gauge public support for the park.
14	preview	noun Study Field: Grade 7 academic reading and reasoning word Word study: Base-form focus: preview is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context.	an advance look at something before its full release	The museum offered a preview of the new exhibit to local teachers.
15	status	noun Study Field: Grade 7 academic reading and reasoning word Word study: Base-form focus: status is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context.	the present condition, position, or level of something	The tracking page shows the delivery status of each package.
16	prerequisite	noun Study Field: Grade 7 academic reading and reasoning word Word study: Base-form focus: prerequisite is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context.	something required before another step can begin	Basic algebra is a prerequisite for the advanced robotics course.
17	presume	verb Study Field: Grade 7 academic reading and reasoning word Word study: Base-form focus: presume is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context.	to suppose that something is true without complete proof	We should not presume that the quietest participant has no ideas.
18	preconceived	adjective Study Field: Grade 7 academic reading and reasoning word Word study: Base-form focus: preconceived is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context.	formed before considering the evidence or actual experience	The interview challenged her preconceived view of the neighborhood.
19	documentation	noun Study Field: Grade 7 academic reading and reasoning word Word study: Suffix focus: -ation commonly forms a noun naming an action, process, or result.	written records that provide information or proof	The application requires documentation of the volunteer hours.
20	version	noun Study Field: Grade 7 academic reading and reasoning word Word study: Base-form focus: version is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context.	a particular form of something that differs from other forms	The director chose a shorter version of the play for the festival.
21	academic	adjective Study Field: Grade 7 academic reading and reasoning word Word study: Base-form focus: academic is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context.	related to education, study, or scholarly work	The article uses academic language but explains each specialized term.
22	precise	adjective Study Field: Grade 7 academic reading and reasoning word Word study: Base-form focus: precise is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context.	exact, accurate, and carefully expressed	A precise description allowed the technician to locate the fault quickly.
23	competent	adjective Study Field: Grade 7 academic reading and reasoning word Word study: Base-form focus: competent is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context.	having enough skill or knowledge to perform a task well	A competent editor checks facts as well as grammar.
24	inquisitive	adjective Study Field: Grade 7 academic reading and reasoning word Word study: Suffix focus: -ive commonly forms an adjective meaning having a quality or tendency.	eager to ask questions and learn more	The inquisitive visitor examined every label in the science gallery.
25	principle	noun Study Field: Grade 7 academic reading and reasoning word Word study: Base-form focus: principle is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context.	a basic rule, belief, or truth that guides thought or behavior	Fairness is the principle behind giving each speaker equal time.

Vocabulary reading and practice

Previewing the Water Report

Reading practice for pages 1–3. Five relevant words are highlighted.

English reading

Before officials divulge a river report, scientists preview its charts. The figures gauge water quality and specify where pollution increased. A colored symbol shows the status of each testing site, making the findings easier to interpret.

Reading comprehension

1. What do scientists preview?

They preview the river report's charts.

2. What do the figures gauge?

They gauge water quality.

3. What does each symbol show?

Each symbol shows a testing site's status.

Vocabulary quiz

Complete 5 review questions for this page.

1. The survey helps researchers ___ public support for the park.

Answer: gauge

2. The directions ___ which measurements belong in the final table.

Answer: specify

3. The museum offered a ___ of the new exhibit to local teachers.

Answer: preview

4. The journalist refused to ___ the confidential source's name.

Answer: divulge

5. The tracking page shows the delivery ___ of each package.

Answer: status

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