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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 wordđụcThe pond water became murky after the storm.
227restrainverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. Ngăn trở 2. cản trở 3. ngănA leash helps restrain a dog near a busy road.
228sorrowfuladjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordbuồn bãThe sorrowful ending left many readers in tears.
229sympathynounGrade 5 language and literature word1. thương cảm 2. Sự 3. thông cảmWe expressed sympathy to the family after their loss.
230grimadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordnghiệt ngãThe rescue team faced grim conditions in the flooded valley.
231eruptverbGrade 5 language and literature wordPhun (núi lửaA volcano may erupt after pressure builds below the surface.
232insistverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. Cứ 2. nhất định 3. khăng khăngThe guide will insist that everyone wear a helmet.
233sneerverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. Cười 2. khinh bỉ 3. chế nhạoThe villain began to sneer at the hero's simple plan.
234tuftnounGrade 5 language and literature word1. Búi 2. chùm 3. chòmA white tuft of fur clung to the fence.
235unravelverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. Tháo 2. gỡ 3. mốiThe detective used the diary to unravel the mystery.
236enviousadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordghen tịLeo felt envious of his friend's new bicycle.
237influencenounGrade 5 language and literature word1. ảnh hưởng 2. 影響 3. tác dụngThe coach's encouragement had a positive influence on the team.
238prohibitverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. Cấm 2. ngăn cấm 3. cấm chỉThe signs prohibit swimming near the waterfall.
239pryverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. Tịch thu 2. chiến lợi phẩmWe used a flat tool to pry the lid from the paint can.
240regretverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. hối tiếc 2. hối hận 3. Thương tiếcI regret leaving the seedlings outside during the frost.
241wringverbGrade 5 social-emotional word1. vắt 2. Vặn 3. bópWring the wet cloth over the sink before hanging it.
242confideverbGrade 5 social-emotional word1. Nói riêng 2. giãi bày 3. tâm sựMara chose to confide her worry to a close friend.
243dreadverbGrade 5 social-emotional word1. Kinh sợ 2. kinh hãi 3. khiếp sợSome passengers dread flying during storms.
244glimpsenounGrade 5 social-emotional word1. Cái 2. nhìn 3. lướtWe caught a glimpse of the fox before it vanished.
245glistenverbGrade 5 social-emotional word1. Sáng 2. lấp lánhDrops of rain glisten on the spiderweb.
246isolateverbGrade 5 social-emotional wordCô lậpScientists isolate the sick plant to protect the healthy ones.
247optionnounGrade 5 social-emotional word1. lựa chọn 2. Sự 3. chọn lựaTaking the bus is an option when the road is icy.
248smirkverbGrade 5 social-emotional word1. Cười 2. điệuThe bully began to smirk after hiding the missing notebook.
249affectionnounGrade 5 social-emotional word1. ảnh hưởng 2. tác độngThe dog showed affection by resting its head on Mina's knee.
250empathynounGrade 5 social-emotional word1. cộng cảm 2. Sự 3. thấuReading 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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