English Vocabulary · Grade 5 Live Review Preview
5th Grade Vocabulary Words
Fifth-grade readers use increasingly precise vocabulary to compare sources, explain evidence, interpret literature, and learn independently across science, mathematics, and social studies. The curriculum emphasizes context clues, meaningful word parts, parts of speech, and language that strengthens both discussion and writing.
This independently authored 500-word beta curriculum is arranged in twenty pages of twenty-five words each. Words 1–300 include five cloze questions per page; words 301–500 remain fully visible and editable as list pages while the expanded practice layer is developed. References calibrated level and coverage only; all learner-facing definitions and sample sentences are original KSSR copy.
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| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 176 | infuriate | verbGrade 5 language and literature word | to make someone extremely angry | Cheating in the final match would infuriate the other players. |
| 177 | population | nounGrade 5 language and literature word | all the people or organisms living in a particular area | The island's seabird population increased after nesting areas were protected. |
| 178 | resource | nounGrade 5 language and literature word | a useful supply, source of help, or piece of information | The encyclopedia is a valuable resource for the research project. |
| 179 | thrive | verbGrade 5 language and literature word | to grow, develop, or succeed strongly | Tomato plants thrive in warm sunlight. |
| 180 | assure | verbGrade 5 language and literature word | to tell someone confidently that something is true | The coach tried to assure the team that their preparation was strong. |
| 181 | comprehend | verbGrade 5 language and literature word | to understand something fully | The timeline helped us comprehend the order of historical events. |
| 182 | exaggerate | verbGrade 5 language and literature word | to describe something as larger or more extreme than it is | Do not exaggerate the size of the fish you caught. |
| 183 | ignorant | adjectiveGrade 5 language and literature word | lacking knowledge about a particular subject | We were ignorant of the trail closure until we saw the sign. |
| 184 | trial | nounGrade 5 language and literature word | a difficult experience that tests strength or patience | Surviving three nights in the storm was a severe trial. |
| 185 | summon | verbGrade 5 language and literature word | to call for someone to come | The captain will summon the crew when the ship is ready. |
| 186 | tolerate | verbGrade 5 language and literature word | to accept or endure something unpleasant | These plants can tolerate a few nights of cold weather. |
| 187 | vague | adjectiveGrade 5 language and literature word | not clearly expressed or understood | The vague directions did not explain which road to take. |
| 188 | blurt | verbGrade 5 language and literature word | to say something suddenly without thinking | Nina tried not to blurt the surprise before the party. |
| 189 | criticize | verbGrade 5 language and literature word | to point out faults or express disapproval | A helpful reviewer can criticize the argument without insulting the writer. |
| 190 | flimsy | adjectiveGrade 5 language and literature word | weak, thin, or poorly made | The flimsy box collapsed under the heavy books. |
| 191 | favorable | adjectiveGrade 5 language and literature word | helpful, approving, or likely to bring success | Favorable winds carried the sailboat toward the harbor. |
| 192 | mimic | verbGrade 5 language and literature word | to copy someone's actions, voice, or appearance | The parrot can mimic the sound of a ringing phone. |
| 193 | ridicule | verbGrade 5 language and literature word | to make someone seem foolish through cruel jokes | No student should ridicule another person's accent. |
| 194 | trait | nounGrade 5 language and literature word | a particular quality of a person or living thing | Patience is a useful trait for a careful scientist. |
| 195 | utter | verbGrade 5 language and literature word | to speak or make a sound | The startled child could barely utter a word. |
| 196 | adjust | verbGrade 5 language and literature word | to change something slightly so that it works or fits better | Please adjust the microscope until the image is clear. |
| 197 | approve | verbGrade 5 language and literature word | to officially accept or agree to something | The committee must approve the plan before construction begins. |
| 198 | conduct | verbGrade 5 language and literature word | to organize and carry out an activity | Researchers will conduct a survey about recycling habits. |
| 199 | conflict | nounGrade 5 language and literature word | a serious disagreement or struggle | The characters resolve their conflict by speaking honestly. |
| 200 | equivalent | adjectiveGrade 5 language and literature word | equal in value, meaning, or amount | Two quarters are equivalent to one half. |
Vocabulary reading and practice
Page 8 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 8.
English reading
Reading passage is being prepared.
Translation
Vocabulary quiz
Complete 5 review questions for this page.
1. The island's seabird ___ increased after nesting areas were protected.
Answer: population
2. The ___ box collapsed under the heavy books.
Answer: flimsy
3. The encyclopedia is a valuable ___ for the research project.
Answer: resource
4. ___ winds carried the sailboat toward the harbor.
Answer: favorable
5. Tomato plants ___ in warm sunlight.
Answer: thrive
Vocabulary chart page
This page focuses on the word chart. Reading passages appear once in each three-page group, while cloze quizzes remain in the established enhanced range for this level.
Sources and curriculum references
These references guide selection and calibration. Definitions, sample sentences, readings, questions, and teaching notes are independently written and reviewed.
- Vocabulary.com: Grade 5 Vocabulary Lists
- Flocabulary: 5th Grade Vocabulary Word List
- Hyde Park / Think SRSD: Grade 5 Tier II Vocabulary List
- WikDict downloadable bilingual dictionaries
- Kaikki.org / Wiktextract machine-readable Wiktionary data
- Language-Learning-decks public flashcard datasets
- SBBIC English-to-Khmer Dictionary
- English–Khmer Dictionary Dataset (machine-generated Khmer fallback; human review required)
- PanLex meanings snapshot (direct CC0 gap candidates; human review required)
- Cambridge bilingual dictionaries (individual editorial sense checks)
- Collins English–Hindi Dictionary (individual editorial checks)
- Hindwi and Rekhta dictionaries (individual Hindi/Urdu checks)
- National Institute of Korean Language: Basic Korean Dictionary
- JMdict/EDRDG Japanese dictionary project
- CC-CEDICT Chinese dictionary project
- VDict Vietnamese Dictionary (individual editorial check)
- Google Translate (machine-assisted lesson-reading draft; fluent review required)
- Kuperman et al.: Age-of-acquisition ratings for 30,000 English words
- Scholastic Teaching Resources, Powerful Vocabulary for Reading Success: Student’s Edition, Grade 5 (bibliographic calibration only).