150 Words Every Sixth Grader Should Know How to Spell: List 2

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  1. capital
    a large alphabetic character used in writing or printing
  2. exchange
    the act of changing one thing for another thing
  3. inhabit
    live in; be a resident of
  4. judgment
    the act of assessing a person or situation or event
  5. hesitate
    pause or hold back in uncertainty or unwillingness
  6. executive
    a person responsible for the administration of a business
  7. exhibit
    make visible or apparent
  8. gradual
    proceeding in small stages
  9. solemn
    dignified and somber in manner or character
  10. weapon
    any instrument used in fighting or hunting
  11. abandon
    forsake; leave behind
  12. organization
    a methodical and orderly manner or approach
  13. extraordinary
    highly unusual or exceptional or remarkable
  14. appreciate
    be fully aware of; realize fully
  15. distinguished
    standing above others in character or attainment
Created on Mon Jun 02 10:52:43 EDT 2025 (updated Fri Jul 11 10:53:08 EDT 2025)

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