120+ Vocabulary Words for Class 6 to 8 Students with Meanings and Sentences

S.No.

Word

Meaning

Sentence

1

Ache

A continuous, dull pain.

After the long run, her legs began to ache.

2

Brisk

Quick and active; energetic.

We took a brisk walk in the cool morning air.

3

Cautious

Careful to avoid potential problems or dangers.

He was cautious when crossing the busy road.

4

Dainty

Delicately small and pretty.

The bird left tiny, dainty footprints in the snow.

5

Eager

Strongly wanting to do or have something.

The students were eager to start their summer vacation.

6

Fierce

Having or displaying an intense or ferocious aggressiveness.

The tiger let out a fierce roar that echoed through the jungle.

7

Gleam

Shine brightly, especially with reflected light.

The newly polished floor began to gleam under the sunlight.

8

Hasty

Done with excessive speed or urgency; hurried.

Making a hasty decision can sometimes lead to mistakes.

9

Idle

Not active or in use; doing nothing.

It's important not to leave your bike idle for too long, or it might rust.

10

Jubilant

Feeling or expressing great happiness and triumph.

The crowd was jubilant after their team won the championship.

11

Keen

Having or showing eagerness or enthusiasm.

She has a keen interest in science and loves to experiment.

12

Luminous

Emitting or reflecting light; shining.

The moon was luminous in the night sky.

13

Nimble

Quick and light in movement or action.

The gymnast was incredibly nimble as she performed her routine.

14

Obscure

Not discovered or known about; uncertain.

The ancient text contained many obscure symbols.

15

Ponder

Think about (something) carefully, especially before making a decision.

He took a moment to ponder the difficult question.

16

Quiver

Tremble or shake with a slight rapid motion.

Her lip began to quiver as she tried to hold back tears.

17

Resilient

Able to withstand or recover quickly from difficult conditions.

Despite the setbacks, the team proved to be incredibly resilient.

18

Serene

Calm, peaceful, and untroubled; tranquil.

The lake looked so serene in the early morning light.

19

Timid

Showing a lack of courage or confidence; easily frightened.

The timid deer ran away when it heard the approaching footsteps.

20

Vivid

Producing powerful feelings or strong, clear images in the mind.

She had a vivid dream that she could fly.

21

Wander

To walk or move in a leisurely or aimless way.

We decided to wander through the old market.

22

Yawn

An involuntary opening of the mouth and deep inhalation of air.

He couldn't stop himself from letting out a big yawn.

23

Zealous

Having or showing great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause.

The zealous fans cheered loudly for their team.

24

Abrupt

Sudden and unexpected.

The car came to an abrupt stop.

25

Benevolent

Well meaning and kindly.

The benevolent king was loved by his people.

26

Commence

To begin or start.

The ceremony will commence at 10 AM.

27

Deteriorate

To become progressively worse.

Without proper care, the old building began to deteriorate.

28

Eloquent

Fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing.

The speaker gave an eloquent speech about peace.

29

Falter

To lose strength or momentum.

Her voice began to falter as she told the sad story.

30

Grim

Unpleasant or dreadful.

The news from the war zone was very grim.

31

Humble

Having or showing a modest or low estimate of one's own importance.

Despite his success, he remained humble.

32

Immaculate

Perfectly clean, neat, or tidy.

Her kitchen was always immaculate.

33

Jovial

Cheerful and friendly.

His jovial nature made him popular with everyone.

34

Kinetic

Relating to or resulting from motion.

The sculpture was a kinetic artwork, moving with the breeze.

35

Linger

To stay in a place longer than necessary.

The smell of fresh cookies seemed to linger in the air.

36

Meager

Lacking in quantity or quality; sparse.

They had only a meager amount of food left.

37

Nurture

To care for and encourage the growth or development of.

It's important to nurture young plants to help them grow strong.

38

Opportune

Well-chosen or particularly favorable or appropriate.

This is an opportune moment to start a new project.

39

Precarious

Not securely held or in position; dangerously likely to fall or collapse.

The climber found himself in a precarious situation on the cliff.

40

Quell

To put an end to (a rebellion or other disorder) typically by force.

The police were called to quell the disturbance.

41

Radiant

Emitting rays of light; shining or glowing brightly.

The bride looked radiant in her white dress.

42

Squalid

Extremely dirty and unpleasant, especially as a result of poverty.

The old house was in a squalid condition.

43

Taper

Diminish or reduce in thickness toward one end.

The artist used a brush that would taper to a fine point.

44

Unkempt

Having an untidy or dishevelled appearance.

His hair was unkempt after a long night.

45

Venture

To dare to go or do something dangerous or uncertain.

They decided to venture into the dense forest.

46

Wither

To cause it to become dry and shriveled.

The flowers began to wither in the intense heat.

47

Xenophobia

Dislike of or prejudice against people from other countries.

Education can help to combat xenophobia and promote understanding.

48

Yield

Produce or provide (a natural, agricultural, or industrial product).

The apple tree will yield a good harvest this year.

49

Zenith

The time at which something is most powerful or successful.

He was at the zenith of his career.

50

Absolve

To declare someone free from guilt, obligation, or punishment.

The court decided to absolve him of all charges.

51

Baffle

To totally bewilder or perplex.

The complex puzzle continued to baffle the detective.

52

Capricious

Given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior.

Her capricious decisions made it hard to plan anything.

53

Defer

To put off (an action or event) to a later time; postpone.

We had to defer the meeting until next week.

54

Enhance

To intensify, increase, or further improve the quality, value, or extent.

This new feature will enhance the user experience.

55

Frugal

Sparing or economical with regard to money or food.

She was very frugal and always looked for ways to save money.

56

Garnish

To decorate or embellish (something, especially food).

He used parsley to garnish the dish.

57

Haphazard

Lacking any obvious principle of organization.

The books were arranged in a haphazard manner on the shelf.

58

Impede

To delay or obstruct (someone or something).

The heavy snow began to impede our progress.

59

Jargon

Special words or expressions used by a profession or group.

The legal document was full of confusing jargon.

60

Kindle

To light or set on fire; to arouse or inspire (an emotion or feeling).

Her speech managed to kindle hope in the hearts of the audience.

61

Languid

Displaying a disinclination for physical exertion or effort; slow and relaxed.

After a long day, he felt languid and just wanted to rest.

62

Meticulous

Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise.

The artist was meticulous in every stroke of the painting.

63

Novice

A person new to and inexperienced in a job or situation.

As a novice painter, she was still learning the basic techniques.

64

Obsolete

No longer produced or used; out of date.

Typewriters are now largely obsolete.

65

Pervasive

Spreading widely throughout an area or a group of people.

The influence of social media is pervasive in modern society.

66

Quirk

A peculiar behavioral habit.

He had a strange quirk of always tapping his fingers when he was thinking.

67

Revere

To feel deep respect or admiration for (something).

Many people still revere the teachings of the ancient philosopher.

68

Sagacious

Having or showing keen mental discernment and good judgment; wise.

The old sage offered sagacious advice to the young leader.

69

Succumb

To fail to resist pressure, temptation, or some other negative force.

He eventually succumbed to the temptation of eating the whole cake.

70

Tantamount

Equivalent in seriousness to; virtually the same as.

His refusal to cooperate was tantamount to an admission of guilt.

71

Ubiquitous

Present, appearing, or found everywhere.

Smartphones have become ubiquitous in modern life.

72

Venerate

Regard with great respect; revere.

Ancient cultures often venerated their ancestors.

73

Wane

(Of the moon) have a progressively smaller part of its visible surface illuminated, so that it appears to decrease in size. (Of a state or feeling) decrease in vigor, power, or extent; become weaker.

Their enthusiasm for the project began to wane.

74

Xenial

Relating to the hospitality shown to guests or strangers.

The xenial host made everyone feel welcome.

75

Yearn

Have an intense feeling of longing for something.

She would often yearn for her childhood home.

76

Zephyr

A soft, gentle breeze.

A gentle zephyr rustled the leaves in the trees.

77

Acumen

The ability to make good judgments and quick decisions, typically in a particular domain.

Her business acumen helped her succeed in the market.

78

Belligerent

Hostile and aggressive.

The drunk man became belligerent and started shouting.

79

Candid

Truthful and straightforward; frank.

She gave a candid assessment of the situation.

80

Deleterious

Causing harm or damage.

Smoking has many deleterious effects on health.

81

Elucidate

To make (something) clear; explain.

Could you please elucidate your point further?

82

Fickle

Changing frequently, especially as regards one's loyalties, interests, or affection.

The weather in the mountains is notoriously fickle.

83

Garrulous

Excessively talkative, especially on trivial matters.

The garrulous old man told stories for hours.

84

Heresy

Belief or opinion contrary to orthodox religious (especially Christian) doctrine.

In some societies, expressing certain views could be considered heresy.

85

Impetuous

Acting or done quickly and without thought or care.

His impetuous decision led to a series of mistakes.

86

Jettison

To throw or drop (something) from an aircraft or ship. To abandon or discard (someone or something that is no longer wanted).

They had to jettison some cargo to lighten the load.

87

Knack

An acquired or natural skill or ability to do something well.

She has a knack for solving difficult puzzles.

88

Lament

A passionate expression of grief or sorrow.

He lamented the loss of his childhood pet.

89

Malediction

A magical word or phrase uttered with the intention of bringing about evil or destruction; a curse.

The witch uttered a malediction upon the village.

90

Nefarious

(Typically of an action or activity) wicked or criminal.

The villain's nefarious plan was to steal all the gold.

91

Opulent

Ostentatiously rich and luxurious or lavish.

The hotel had opulent decor and grand chandeliers.

92

Pernicious

Having a harmful effect, especially in a gradual or subtle way.

The pernicious rumor spread quickly through the office.

93

Quandary

A state of perplexity or uncertainty over what to do in a difficult situation.

He was in a quandary about which job offer to accept.

94

Relegate

Consign or dismiss to a lower rank or position.

The team was relegated to a lower division after losing the match.

95

Sycophant

A person who acts obsequiously toward someone important in order to gain advantage.

The sycophant constantly flattered the boss.

96

Tranquil

Free from disturbance; calm.

The garden was a tranquil place to relax.

97

Unctuous

Excessively or ingratiatingly flattering; oily.

The salesman's unctuous manner made me suspicious.

98

Vacillate

Alternate or waver between different opinions or actions; be indecisive.

She continued to vacillate between the two choices.

99

Wistful

Having or showing a feeling of vague or regretful longing.

He had a wistful look in his eyes as he remembered his youth.

100

Yore

Of long ago or former times (used in nostalgic or romanticized contexts).

In days of yore, knights roamed the land.

101

Zealous

Having or showing great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause.

The zealous fans cheered loudly for their team.

102

Ameliorate

To make (something bad or unsatisfactory) better.

Efforts were made to ameliorate the living conditions in the slum.

103

Bombastic

High-sounding but with little meaning; inflated.

His bombastic speeches rarely contained any real substance.

104

Convoluted

(Especially of an argument, story, or sentence) extremely complex and difficult to follow.

The plot of the movie was so convoluted that it was hard to understand.

105

Debilitate

To make (someone) very weak and infirm.

The illness can severely debilitate patients.

106

Effervescent

(Of a liquid) emitting bubbles; fizzy. (Of a person) vivacious and enthusiastic.

Her effervescent personality made her popular at parties.

107

Fathom

To understand (a difficult problem or an enigmatic person) after much thought.

He struggled to fathom the depths of her sadness.

108

Gregarious

(Of a person) fond of company; sociable.

She is a gregarious person who loves meeting new people.

109

Iconoclast

A person who attacks cherished beliefs or institutions.

The artist was known as an iconoclast for challenging traditional art forms.

110

Jettison

To throw or drop (something) from an aircraft or ship. To abandon or discard (someone or something that is no longer wanted).

They had to jettison some cargo to lighten the load.

111

Kowtow

Act in an excessively subservient manner.

He refused to kowtow to the demands of the oppressive regime.

112

Labyrinthine

(Of a network of paths or passages) intricate and confusing.

The old city had a labyrinthine network of narrow streets.

113

Mitigate

To make less severe, serious, or painful.

The new policies aim to mitigate the effects of climate change.

114

Nostalgia

A sentimental longing or wistful affection for the past.

He felt a wave of nostalgia as he looked through old photo albums.

115

Obsequious

Obedient or attentive to an excessive or servile degree.

The waiter was overly obsequious, constantly fawning over the customers.

116

Palpable

(Of a feeling or atmosphere) so intense as to be almost tangible.

There was a palpable tension in the room before the announcement.

117

Quixotic

Extremely idealistic; unrealistic and impractical.

His quixotic quest to save the world single-handedly was admirable but futile.

118

Recalcitrant

Having an obstinately uncooperative attitude toward authority.

The recalcitrant student refused to follow the teacher's instructions.

119

Sanctimonious

Making a show of being morally superior to other people.

His sanctimonious remarks about charity seemed insincere.

120

Trepidation

A feeling of fear or agitation about something that may happen.

She felt a sense of trepidation as she approached the abandoned house.

121

Undulate

To move with a smooth wave-like motion.

The flags undulated gently in the breeze.

122

Vapid

Offering nothing stimulating or challenging.

The conversation was vapid and uninteresting.

123

Wary

Feeling or showing caution about possible dangers or problems.

She was wary of strangers approaching her in the dark.

124

Xeric

(Of an environment or habitat) containing little moisture; dry.

Cacti are plants adapted to xeric conditions.

125

Yen

A strong desire or longing.

He had a yen for adventure after years of routine.

126

Zenith

The time at which something is most powerful or successful.

He was at the zenith of his career.

127

Aberration

A departure from what is normal, usual, or expected, typically unwelcome.

The sudden drop in temperature was an aberration for this time of year.

128

Benevolent

Well meaning and kindly.

The benevolent king was loved by his people.

129

Celerity

Swiftness of movement.

He responded to the challenge with impressive celerity.

130

Dearth

A scarcity or lack of something.

There was a dearth of evidence to support his claim.

131

Elicit

To evoke or draw out (a response, answer, or fact) from someone.

Her question elicited a confused response from the audience.

132

Fastidious

Very attentive to and concerned about accuracy and detail.

He was fastidious about keeping his workspace perfectly organized.

133

Germane

Relevant to a subject under consideration.

The lawyer's arguments were not germane to the case.

134

Hackneyed

(Of a phrase or idea) lacking significance through having been overused; unoriginal.

The movie was full of hackneyed clichés and predictable dialogue.

135

Impugn

To dispute the truth, validity, or honesty of (a statement or motive).

The lawyer tried to impugn the witness's testimony.

136

Jocular

Fond of or characterized by joking; humorous or playful.

His jocular remarks lightened the mood of the serious meeting.

137

Laconic

(Of a person, speech, or style of writing) using very few words.

His laconic reply left no room for further discussion.

138

Malevolent

Having or showing a wish to do evil to others.

The villain's malevolent stare sent shivers down my spine.

139

Nefarious

(Typically of an action or activity) wicked or criminal.

The nefarious plot to overthrow the government was exposed.

140

Opulent

Ostentatiously rich and luxurious or lavish.

The opulent palace was adorned with gold and jewels.

141

Paucity

The presence of something only in small or insufficient quantities or amounts; scarcity.

There was a paucity of information on the rare species.

142

Quiescent

In a state or period of inactivity or dormancy.

The volcano had been quiescent for centuries.

143

Raucous

Making a loud and unpleasant noise; harsh.

The raucous laughter from the party could be heard down the street.

144

Spurious

Not being what it purports to be; false or fake.

The detective quickly identified the spurious documents.

145

Tenacious

Tending to keep a firm hold of something; clinging or adhering closely.

He had a tenacious grip on his beliefs, refusing to be swayed.

146

Ubiquitous

Present, appearing, or found everywhere.

Smartphones have become ubiquitous in modern life.

147

Verbose

Using or expressed in more words than are needed.

The speaker's verbose presentation made it difficult to follow his main points.

148

Wanton

(Of a cruel or violent action) deliberate and unprovoked.

The wanton destruction of property was condemned by everyone.

149

Xenophile

A person who is attracted to foreign peoples, cultures, or customs.

As a xenophile, she loved to travel and experience new cultures.

150

Yore

Of long ago or former times (used in nostalgic or romanticized contexts).

In days of yore, knights roamed the land.