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8th Grade Unit 9
8th Grade Unit 9 Spelling and Vocabulary Words
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| controversy | A dispute that is often lengthy and public. |
| distort | To twist something out of shape. |
| dynasty | Rulers form the same family that hold power for several generations. |
| estate | A large piece of land with a sizeable house on it. |
| liberate | To set free. |
| nationalism | Devotion to country; it can sometimes be extreme. |
| neutral | Not taking sides on a matter. |
| radical | To take something to the furthest limit. Extreme. |
| regime | An administration. |
| successor | Someone who comes next. |