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RU 8th Grade Week 19
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| adjourn | to pause and pick up at a later time |
| analogy | a comparison that is made |
| antics | foolish behavior |
| ascent | to go up |
| bolster | to support |
| comprehension | to understand something read |
| democracy | a system of government that is run by the people |
| finally | the end |
| foster | to adopt |
| grapple | to wrestle |
| hazard | a dangerous spot or area |
| misfortune | bad luck |
| photography | the process of taking a picture |
| regular | normal |
| rubble | small pebbles or rocks |
| sedative | a drug that calms the body or puts it to sleep |
| sleek | smooth and glossy |
| symbol | a sign that stands for something |
| umbrella | something used to keep rain off of people |
| vocal | to say out loud |