National Reading Vocabulary (grade 8)

National Reading Vocabulary (NRV) is a curated collection of words essential for USA school students to follow. It contains high-frequency words crucial for reading comprehension and fluency. National Reading Vocabulary has total 6166 words, out of which one can learn 210 number of words in this grade 8. This week 8 has 10 number of words to build a strong foundation in English language, empowering them to navigate various texts with confidence and understanding, fostering a lifelong love for reading.

  1. The doctrine of free will states that humans have the ability to make choices independently of any prior causes or influences.
  2. The legal doctrine of stare decisis holds that lower courts must follow the precedents set by higher courts.
  3. The military doctrine of mutually assured destruction is based on the belief that both sides in a nuclear conflict would be annihilated, thus deterring either side from launching an attack.
  4. The economic doctrine of laissez-faire advocates for minimal government intervention in the economy.
  5. The religious doctrine of transubstantiation holds that the bread and wine used in Communion are transformed into the body and blood of Christ.
  6. The philosophical doctrine of utilitarianism states that the right action is the one that produces the most good for the greatest number of people.
  7. The political doctrine of communism advocates for a classless, stateless society in which all property is owned in common.
  8. The social doctrine of feminism seeks to promote gender equality and challenge patriarchal norms.
  9. The educational doctrine of constructivism emphasizes the active role of learners in constructing knowledge and understanding.
  10. The scientific doctrine of evolution states that all living things have evolved from common ancestors over time.