7th Grade English Vocabulary 27

Arbiter (N) A person who settles a dispute or has ultimate authority in a matter

Breach (V) Make a gap in and break through (a wall, barrier, or defense)

Cant (V) Talk hypocritically and sanctimoniously about something

Coffer (N) A strongbox or small chest for holding valuables

Disconcerting (Adj) Causing one to feel unsettled

Equilibrium (N) A state in which opposing forces or influences are balanced

Rectify (V) To put something right; to correct

Stratagem (N) A plan or scheme, especially one used to outwit an opponent or achieve an end

Subsidiary (Adj) Less important than but related or in addition to

Substantial (Adj) Of considerable importance, size, or worth