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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 wordhämäräperäinenThe pond water became murky after the storm.
227restrainverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. hillitä 2. hallita 3. rajoittaaA leash helps restrain a dog near a busy road.
228sorrowfuladjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordsurullinenThe sorrowful ending left many readers in tears.
229sympathynounGrade 5 language and literature word1. myötätunto 2. osanotto 3. sympatiaWe expressed sympathy to the family after their loss.
230grimadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordankaraThe rescue team faced grim conditions in the flooded valley.
231eruptverbGrade 5 language and literature wordpurkautuaA volcano may erupt after pressure builds below the surface.
232insistverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. vaatia 2. inttää 3. vakuuttaaThe guide will insist that everyone wear a helmet.
233sneerverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. hymähtää ivallisesti 2. irvistääThe villain began to sneer at the hero's simple plan.
234tuftnounGrade 5 language and literature word1. töyhtö 2. tupsuA white tuft of fur clung to the fence.
235unravelverbGrade 5 language and literature wordpurkaaThe detective used the diary to unravel the mystery.
236enviousadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature word1. kateellinen 2. kadeLeo felt envious of his friend's new bicycle.
237influencenounGrade 5 language and literature word1. vaikutus 2. vaikutusvaltaThe coach's encouragement had a positive influence on the team.
238prohibitverbGrade 5 language and literature wordkieltääThe signs prohibit swimming near the waterfall.
239pryverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. kammeta 2. kangeta 3. vivutaWe used a flat tool to pry the lid from the paint can.
240regretverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. olla pahoillaan 2. katuaI regret leaving the seedlings outside during the frost.
241wringverbGrade 5 social-emotional wordvääntääWring the wet cloth over the sink before hanging it.
242confideverbGrade 5 social-emotional wordluottaaMara chose to confide her worry to a close friend.
243dreadverbGrade 5 social-emotional word1. kauhu 2. pelko 3. hirvittääSome passengers dread flying during storms.
244glimpsenounGrade 5 social-emotional word1. pilkahdus 2. vilahdusWe caught a glimpse of the fox before it vanished.
245glistenverbGrade 5 social-emotional word1. kimmellys 2. kimallus 3. kimallellaDrops of rain glisten on the spiderweb.
246isolateverbGrade 5 social-emotional worderistääScientists isolate the sick plant to protect the healthy ones.
247optionnounGrade 5 social-emotional word1. vaihtoehto 2. optioTaking the bus is an option when the road is icy.
248smirkverbGrade 5 social-emotional word1. virnistää 2. hymyillä omahyväisestiThe bully began to smirk after hiding the missing notebook.
249affectionnounGrade 5 social-emotional word1. mieltymys 2. kiintymys 3. ominaisuusThe dog showed affection by resting its head on Mina's knee.
250empathynounGrade 5 social-emotional wordempatiaReading 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

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