Explore this spelling list: 8th grade words: p and q - part 1. Make the most of these interactive activities and resources to help you learn. Click on Learn, Games, Test, Print, or Write to explore all the available spelling tools.
Spelling list for 8th graders. Words starting with p and q.
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pageant |
The week of celebrations ended with a pageant of music and dancing.
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parachute |
The skydiver released her parachute.
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paralysis |
My older brother suffers from sleep paralysis.
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parliament |
The members of parliament met in secret.
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penitentiary |
The penitentiary was under scrutiny for cruelty to prisoners.
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perceived |
He gasped as he perceived the truth.
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permeate |
A horrible stench began to permeate through the rooms.
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perseverance |
Anything is possible with hard work and perseverance.
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personality |
Beth has a very dynamic personality.
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personification |
She wrote an essay on the author's use of personification in the novel.
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persuade |
Can I persuade you to have another slice of this cake?
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phenomenon |
It was a strange phenomenon.
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plaintiff |
The plaintiff sued the defendant.
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pneumonia |
He was worried his chest infection would develop into severe pneumonia.
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politician |
The politician was corrupt.
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potential |
Daily spelling practice will help you achieve your potential.
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precipice |
They were warned to stay away from the precipice.
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precocious |
She was a precocious child who spoke three different languages.
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predecessor |
He was concerned that he would be overshadowed by his predecessor.
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preferably |
She was looking for somewhere to stay, preferably somewhere close to the station.
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Bouncing Baubles
Christmas spelling!
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Spelling Snowball
Winter spelling fun!
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Egg Hunt
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Word Search, small
The classic English word game.
Against the Clock
Spelling 'against the clock'.
Mayan Temple
Try the temple spelling puzzle.
Monkey Business
It's bananas!
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