enSCChapter Four Vocabulary (Grade 8)10
circumference : the distance around a circle
circumvent : avoid by going around
circumspect : heedful of circumstances around oneself
circumstance : condition around or affecting an event
circumnavigate : sail completely around
encountered : met unexpectedly
composure : calmness
circumscribe : determine limits, restrict
spontaneous : unplanned
compassion : sympathy and willingness to help