3rd Grade Vocabulary Words

This Grade 3 beta list builds from high-frequency reading vocabulary, test-question language, and useful tier-two words. Definitions and examples are original learner-facing drafts for teacher review.

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Words 241–250 of 300
#	Word	Pattern / part of speech	Meaning	Sample sentence
241	double	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	having two equal parts or twice the usual amount	We ordered a double scoop of strawberry ice cream.
242	burnt	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	damaged or changed by too much heat or fire	The burnt toast smelled bitter and set off the alarm.
243	county	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a region used to organize local government within a state or country	The county opened a new park beside the river.
244	front	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	the part of something that faces forward	Please write your name on the front of the folder.
245	slept	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	past tense of sleep; rested with the eyes closed	The tired puppy slept beside the warm fireplace.
246	match	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to be the same as or suitable with something else	The striped socks match your blue sweater.
247	rent	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to pay to use something for a limited time	We will rent bicycles to explore the island trail.
248	toss	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to throw something lightly or gently	Toss the beanbag into the red basket.
249	mend	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to repair something that is torn or broken	Dad used a patch to mend the hole in my backpack.
250	ditch	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a narrow channel dug to carry away water	Rainwater flowed through the ditch beside the road.

Vocabulary reading and practice

The County Match

Reading practice for pages 25–27. Five relevant words are highlighted.

English reading

Our county soccer match began after a long bus ride. Eli had slept on the bus, so he felt ready to play in front. He scored double his usual goals, and the team celebrated with toast that was slightly burnt.

Reading comprehension

1. Where was the soccer match?

The match was in the county.

2. Why did Eli feel ready?

Eli had slept on the bus.

3. What food was burnt?

The toast was slightly burnt.

Vocabulary quiz

Complete 5 review questions for this page.

1. We ordered a ___ scoop of strawberry ice cream.

Answer: double

2. The ___ toast smelled bitter and set off the alarm.

Answer: burnt

3. The ___ opened a new park beside the river.

Answer: county

4. Please write your name on the ___ of the folder.

Answer: front

5. The tired puppy ___ beside the warm fireplace.

Answer: slept

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