
Tier 2 words are less common than high frequency (Tier 1) words. They are often integral to the comprehension of exam questions or core subject knowledge.
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data |
Data is a collection of facts from which conclusions may be drawn.
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debate |
A debate is a discussion in which the reasons for and against a proposition are put forward.
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decades |
Decades are periods of ten years.
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decline |
If you decline something, it means you refuse it.
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dedicate |
If you dedicate yourself to something or someone, it means you devote all your energy to it.
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deduce |
If you deduce something, it means you work it out through reasoning.
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define |
If you define a word, it means you explain what it means.
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definite |
If something is definite, it means it is known for certain.
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definition |
If you tell someone the definition of a word, it means you tell them what that word means.
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demonstrate |
If you demonstrate something to someone, it means you show them how to do it.
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denote |
Denote means to be a sign or indication of.
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deny |
If you deny something, it means you declare it as untrue.
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depression |
Depression is a mental state characterised by feelings of sadness, low spirits, and inadequacy.
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deprive |
If you deprive someone of something, it means you stop them from having it.
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derive |
If you derive something, it means you work it out through reasoning.
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design |
A design is a sketch, outline, or plan for something.
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Spelling games using the word list: Tier 2 Words (data - design)
Bouncing Baubles
Christmas spelling!
Word Search, small
The classic English word game.
Against the Clock
Spelling 'against the clock'.
Test yourself using the 'Listen and Spell' spelling test.
Print worksheets and activities: Tier 2 Words (data - design)
Handwriting worksheets: Tier 2 Words (data - design)
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