List 2 Vocab Word Examples 9th Grade

Abstract

thought of apart from concrete realities, specific objects, or actual instances

Abduction

the act of taking away from

Abstain

to hold oneself back voluntarily, especially from something regarded as improper or unhealthy

Adhere

to stay attached to or cling to

Adjoin

to be close to or in contact with

Adjacent

near or next to

Indiscreet

not discreet; lacking prudence or good judgment

Impractical

not practical or useful

Ineligible

not eligible; not permitted or suitable

Mentor

one who counsels or teaches

Counselor

one who counsels; adviser

Zoologist

one who studies animals

Biologist

one who studies the natural world

Zoology

the study of animals

Biology

the study of the natural world

Amiable

friendly or sociable

Amicable

friendly or peaceable

Amorous

showing or expressing love

Audible

capable of being heard

Audiologist

one who studies hearing disorders

Graphology

the study of handwriting

Graphite

a very common mineral used for pencil leads

Chronology

the sequential order in which past events occur

Synchronize

to cause to go on, move, operate, or work at the same rate and exactly together

Chronological

arranged in the order of time

Gradual

taking place, changing, or moving by small degrees or little by little

Progression

the act of progressing; forward or onward movement

Dehydrate

to remove water from

Hydroplane

to skim over water

Mutant

a new type of organism produced as the result of mutation or changing

Mutability

liable or subject to change or alteration

Subterranean

existing, situated, or operating below the surface of the earth; underground

Terrestrial

pertaining to, consisting of, or representing the earth as distinct from other planets