The Kids’ Invention Book Vocabulary
device Number of Syllables: 2 Part of Speech: noun Definition: something built for a purpose Sentence: The telephone is a communication device. Synonym: tool
prosthetic Number of Syllables: 3 Part of Speech: noun Definition: replacing a missing body part Sentence: With her prosthetic hand, Hilda could draw.
disabilities Number of Syllables: 5 Part of Speech: noun Definition: conditions that make doing some things more difficult Sentence: The Special Olympics is a sports event for athletes with disabilities. Synonym: handicap
document Number of Syllables: 3 Part of Speech: noun Definition: paper with important information Sentence: A passport is a document that allows you to travel from one country to another.
circular Number of Syllables: 3 Part of Speech: adjective Definition: shaped like a circular Sentence: The wheel turned with a circular motion. Synonym: round
modify Number of Syllables: 3 Part of Speech: verb Definition: to change Sentence: Since it is raining, we will have to modify our plans for the class picnic. Synonym: alter
scholarship Number of Syllables: 3 Part of Speech: noun Definition: the qualities of a student Sentence: Ray’s high grades showed good scholarship. Synonym: studiousness