English Vocabulary · Grade 6 Live Review Preview
6th Grade Vocabulary Words
Sixth-grade readers move beyond recognizing important words to examining how precise language shapes evidence, argument, literature, science, mathematics, history, and civic discussion. This level emphasizes context clues, Greek and Latin word parts, multiple meanings, source evaluation, and vocabulary that supports clear analytical speaking 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. Each row includes a subject-field label and an editable word-study note about a transparent affix, compound structure, capitalization, or dictionary base form. References calibrated level and coverage only; all learner-facing definitions and sample sentences are original KSSR copy.
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| # | Word | Details | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 376 | search query | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Term structure: search + query. Study the complete expression as one field-specific unit. | words entered into a search system to request information | A specific search query produced more useful results. |
| 377 | source credibility | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Term structure: source + credibility. Study the complete expression as one field-specific unit. | the degree to which an information source deserves trust | Authorship and evidence both affect source credibility. |
| 378 | sponsored content | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Term structure: sponsored + content. Study the complete expression as one field-specific unit. | material paid for by an advertiser but presented in a form similar to other content | The label identified the article as sponsored content. |
| 379 | user agreement | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Term structure: user + agreement. Study the complete expression as one field-specific unit. | the terms a person accepts in order to use a service | Read the user agreement before allowing the app to collect location data. |
| 380 | verification | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Suffix focus: -ation commonly forms a noun naming an action, process, or result. | the process of checking accuracy, identity, or truth | Image verification showed that the photograph came from an older event. |
| 381 | choreography | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Root and suffix focus: -graphy relates to writing, recording, or describing. | the planned sequence of movements in a dance or performance | The choreography placed the dancers in a widening circle. |
| 382 | composition | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Suffix focus: -ition commonly forms a noun naming an action, process, or result. | the arrangement of visual, musical, or written elements into a whole | The photograph's composition draws attention to the child in the doorway. |
| 383 | foreground | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Base-form focus: foreground is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | the part of an image or scene that appears closest to the viewer | A cluster of flowers fills the foreground of the painting. |
| 384 | harmony | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Base-form focus: harmony is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | the pleasing combination of musical notes played or sung together | The choir added harmony beneath the main melody. |
| 385 | hue | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Base-form focus: hue is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | a particular color or shade | The artist mixed blue and green to create a turquoise hue. |
| 386 | medium | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Base-form focus: medium is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | a material or method used to create or communicate art | Clay was the sculptor's chosen medium. |
| 387 | perspective drawing | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Term structure: perspective + drawing. Study the complete expression as one field-specific unit. | a drawing method that creates the appearance of depth and distance | The road narrows toward the horizon in the perspective drawing. |
| 388 | refrain | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Base-form focus: refrain is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | a repeated line or section in a song or poem | Everyone joined in when the refrain returned. |
| 389 | texture | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Base-form focus: texture is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | the way a surface feels or appears to feel | Thick brushstrokes give the painting a rough texture. |
| 390 | timbre | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Base-form focus: timbre is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | the characteristic quality that distinguishes one musical sound or voice from another | The cello's dark timbre differs from the violin's brighter sound. |
| 391 | accountability | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Suffix focus: -ability forms a noun for the capacity to have a quality or perform an action. | responsibility for actions and their results | Public reports create accountability for how the funds are spent. |
| 392 | advocacy | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Base-form focus: advocacy is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | organized support for a cause, policy, or group | Her advocacy helped the town build safer sidewalks. |
| 393 | collaboration | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Suffix focus: -ation commonly forms a noun naming an action, process, or result. | the act of working with others toward a shared result | The mural required collaboration among artists, students, and residents. |
| 394 | compromise | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Base-form focus: compromise is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | an agreement in which each side gives up part of what it wants | The final schedule was a compromise between the two proposals. |
| 395 | confidential | adjective StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Base-form focus: confidential is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | intended to remain private or restricted | Medical records contain confidential information. |
| 396 | ethical | adjective StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Base-form focus: ethical is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | consistent with accepted principles of right and wrong | Researchers must follow ethical rules when working with volunteers. |
| 397 | inclusion | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Suffix focus: -sion commonly forms a noun naming an action, process, or result. | the practice of ensuring that people can participate and belong | The ramp improved inclusion by making the stage accessible. |
| 398 | initiative | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Base-form focus: initiative is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | a new plan or the ability to begin useful action independently | The garden initiative turned an empty lot into a source of food. |
| 399 | mutual | adjective StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Base-form focus: mutual is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | shared or experienced equally by two or more sides | The teams treated one another with mutual respect. |
| 400 | stewardship | noun StudyField: Grade 6 science and mathematics word Word study: Base-form focus: stewardship is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | responsible care and management of something entrusted to a person or group | Forest stewardship balances human use with long-term protection. |
Vocabulary reading and practice
Checking an Online Claim
Reading practice for pages 16–18. Five relevant words are highlighted.
English reading
Tariq enters a focused search query about a health claim. He checks source credibility and notices that the first result is sponsored content. Before sharing anything, he reads the site’s user agreement and seeks verification from a public health agency.
Translation
Reading comprehension
1. What does Tariq search for?
Tariq searches for evidence about a health claim.
2. Why does he inspect source credibility?
He wants to know whether the information is trustworthy.
3. Where does he seek verification?
He seeks verification from a public health agency.
Vocabulary quiz
Complete 5 review questions for this page.
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 6 Essential Vocabulary
- Flocabulary: 6th Grade Vocabulary Word 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
- Glencoe/McGraw-Hill, Vocabulary Power: Grade 6, ISBN 0-07-826224-0 (bibliographic calibration only).

