4th Grade Vocabulary Words - List 21
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| Word | Definition | Practice Sentence | Synonyms | Antonyms | Part of Speech Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| larvae | The immature form of an insect differs greatly from the adult form. | We studied the larvae of flies in our biology class. | pupae | Noun | |
| stylus | A tool used for writing, marking, or shaping. | A stylus came with my new phone. | pen | Noun | |
| essentially | Used to stress the basic or essential character of a person or thing or to say that a description is basically true or accurate. | We have essentially planned the entire graduation ceremony. | virtually, centrally | superficially, doubtfully | Adverb |
| previously | Going before in time or order. | I previously worked as a graphic artist. | formerly, antecedently, preliminarily | subsequently, presently | Adverb |
| concluding | To bring to an end; to close. | The concluding sentence in the paragraph is the most meaningful. | terminating, closing, wrapping up | beginning, initiating, proceeding | Verb |
| prevailing | Having the most appeal or influence. | Bravery was the prevailing feature of the hero's character. | predominating, prevalent, persisting | uncommon, unpopular | Adjective |
| impulse | An impelling force or strength, a strong sudden urge. | The grocery store puts candy by the cash register to encourgage impulse purchases. | inclination, desire, temptation | aversion, distaste, disinclination | Noun |
| appalling | Inspiring horror, dismay, or disgust. | The appalling behavior of the new employee got him to be fired. | awful, dreadful, ghastly | delightful, pleasing, good | Adjective |
| resolution | A decision made after consideration to do or not to do something. | The two sides found a resolution to their conflict. | verdict, decision, determination | indecision, irresolution, idleness | Noun |
| currents | The continuous, predictable, directional movement of seawater. | The currents carried the boat to shore. | Noun |
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