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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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Words 226–250 of 500
#WordPattern / part of speechMeaningSample sentence
226murkyadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordturbioThe pond water became murky after the storm.
227restrainverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. refrenar 2. restreñirA leash helps restrain a dog near a busy road.
228sorrowfuladjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordtristeThe sorrowful ending left many readers in tears.
229sympathynounGrade 5 language and literature word1. compasión 2. simpatíaWe expressed sympathy to the family after their loss.
230grimadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordrígidoThe rescue team faced grim conditions in the flooded valley.
231eruptverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. entrar en erupción 2. erupcionarA volcano may erupt after pressure builds below the surface.
232insistverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. insistir 2. empeñarThe guide will insist that everyone wear a helmet.
233sneerverbGrade 5 language and literature wordburlarseThe villain began to sneer at the hero's simple plan.
234tuftnounGrade 5 language and literature word1. mechón 2. penacho 3. manojoA white tuft of fur clung to the fence.
235unravelverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. desenmarañar 2. desenredar 3. deshilarThe detective used the diary to unravel the mystery.
236enviousadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordenvidiosoLeo felt envious of his friend's new bicycle.
237influencenounGrade 5 language and literature word1. influencia 2. influjoThe coach's encouragement had a positive influence on the team.
238prohibitverbGrade 5 language and literature wordprohibirThe signs prohibit swimming near the waterfall.
239pryverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. hacer palanca 2. abrir palanqueando 3. abrir apalacandoWe used a flat tool to pry the lid from the paint can.
240regretverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. lamentar 2. arrepentirse [de] 3. repentirse [de]I regret leaving the seedlings outside during the frost.
241wringverbGrade 5 social-emotional word1. exprimir 2. retorcer 3. escurrirWring the wet cloth over the sink before hanging it.
242confideverbGrade 5 social-emotional wordconfiarMara chose to confide her worry to a close friend.
243dreadverbGrade 5 social-emotional word1. pavor 2. temor 3. miedoSome passengers dread flying during storms.
244glimpsenounGrade 5 social-emotional wordatisboWe caught a glimpse of the fox before it vanished.
245glistenverbGrade 5 social-emotional word1. relucir 2. rielarDrops of rain glisten on the spiderweb.
246isolateverbGrade 5 social-emotional wordaislarScientists isolate the sick plant to protect the healthy ones.
247optionnounGrade 5 social-emotional word1. opción 2. opción financieraTaking the bus is an option when the road is icy.
248smirkverbGrade 5 social-emotional word1. sonreír con suficiencia 2. hacer una sonrisitaThe bully began to smirk after hiding the missing notebook.
249affectionnounGrade 5 social-emotional word1. cariño 2. apego 3. afectoThe dog showed affection by resting its head on Mina's knee.
250empathynounGrade 5 social-emotional wordempatíaReading the refugee's diary helped students develop empathy.

Vocabulary reading and practice

An Honest Apology

Reading practice for pages 10–12. Five relevant words are highlighted.

English reading

After spilling paint on a friend’s poster, Luis feels deep regret. He begins to wring the stained paper, but that only tears it. Looking sorrowful, he chooses to confide in his teacher. She shows sympathy and helps both students make a repair.

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Reading comprehension

1. Why does Luis feel regret?

Luis spilled paint on a friend's poster.

2. Why should he not wring the paper?

Wringing the paper tears it.

3. In whom does Luis confide?

Luis confides in his teacher.

Vocabulary quiz

Choose the dictionary equivalent for each of 5 selected words.

Sources and curriculum references

These references guide selection and calibration. Definitions, sample sentences, readings, questions, and teaching notes are independently written and reviewed.