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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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Words 476–500 of 500
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476predicamentnoun
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Field: Grade 6 precise high-utility word

Word study: Suffix focus: -ment commonly forms a noun for an action, process, state, or result.

a difficult or unpleasant situationThe broken paddle left the canoeists in a serious predicament.
477prejudicenoun
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Field: Grade 6 precise high-utility word

Word study: Base-form focus: prejudice is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context.

an unfair opinion formed before knowing the factsEducation can challenge prejudice by replacing rumors with understanding.
478prominentadjective
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Field: Grade 6 precise high-utility word

Word study: Base-form focus: prominent is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context.

important, well known, or easy to noticeA prominent ridge rises above the valley.
479prosecuteverb
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Field: Grade 6 precise high-utility word

Word study: Base-form focus: prosecute is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context.

to bring a legal case against someone accused of a crimeThe state may prosecute anyone who deliberately poisons the river.
480refugenoun
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Field: Grade 6 precise high-utility word

Word study: Base-form focus: refuge is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context.

a safe place that provides protection from dangerThe cave offered refuge from the sudden hailstorm.
481hesitantadjective
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Field: Grade 6 precise high-utility word

Word study: Base-form focus: hesitant is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context.

uncertain or slow to act because of doubtMira was hesitant to cross the swaying bridge.
482remorsenoun
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Field: Grade 6 precise high-utility word

Word study: Base-form focus: remorse is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context.

deep regret for having done something wrongHe felt remorse after admitting that he had damaged the sculpture.
483resoluteadjective
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Field: Grade 6 precise high-utility word

Word study: Base-form focus: resolute is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context.

firmly determined and not easily discouragedThe resolute climbers continued despite the cold wind.
484inhibitverb
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Field: Grade 6 precise high-utility word

Word study: Base-form focus: inhibit is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context.

to prevent, slow, or hold back an action or processCold temperatures can inhibit the growth of some bacteria.
485retaliateverb
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Field: Grade 6 precise high-utility word

Word study: Base-form focus: retaliate is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context.

to harm someone in return for a harm receivedThe coach warned players not to retaliate after a rough tackle.
486retrieveverb
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Field: Grade 6 precise high-utility word

Word study: Base-form focus: retrieve is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context.

to find and bring back somethingThe dog can retrieve the ball from the shallow pond.
487rigorousadjective
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Field: Grade 6 precise high-utility word

Word study: Suffix focus: -ous commonly forms an adjective meaning full of or characterized by.

extremely careful, thorough, or demandingThe medicine passed a rigorous series of safety tests.
488sanctuarynoun
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Field: Grade 6 precise high-utility word

Word study: Base-form focus: sanctuary is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context.

a safe place where people or animals are protectedThe wetland is a sanctuary for migrating birds.
489stationaryadjective
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Field: Grade 6 precise high-utility word

Word study: Base-form focus: stationary is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context.

not moving or changing positionThe bicycle remained stationary while its wheel spun.
490stifleverb
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Field: Grade 6 precise high-utility word

Word study: Base-form focus: stifle is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context.

to prevent something from developing or being expressedFear of criticism can stifle creative ideas.
491striveverb
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Word study: Base-form focus: strive is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context.

to make a strong effort toward a goalThe athletes strive to improve their times each week.
492subordinateadjective
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Word study: Base-form focus: subordinate is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context.

lower in rank or importanceThe subordinate clause cannot stand alone as a complete sentence.
493subsequentadjective
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Field: Grade 6 precise high-utility word

Word study: Base-form focus: subsequent is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context.

coming after something else in time or orderSubsequent experiments confirmed the first result.
494supplementverb
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Word study: Base-form focus: supplement is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context.

to add something that makes another thing more completeThe teacher will supplement the article with a short video.
495tangibleadjective
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Field: Grade 6 precise high-utility word

Word study: Suffix focus: -ible means capable of, suitable for, or able to be affected.

able to be touched or clearly recognized as realThe repaired roof was tangible evidence of the volunteers' work.
496terminateverb
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Field: Grade 6 precise high-utility word

Word study: Base-form focus: terminate is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context.

to bring something to an endThe agreement allows either side to terminate the contract.
497terrainnoun
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Word study: Base-form focus: terrain is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context.

land considered according to its physical featuresThe rocky terrain slowed the rescue vehicles.
498treacherousadjective
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Field: Grade 6 precise high-utility word

Word study: Suffix focus: -ous commonly forms an adjective meaning full of or characterized by.

dangerous because conditions are difficult to predictBlack ice made the mountain road treacherous.
499unanimousadjective
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Field: Grade 6 precise high-utility word

Word study: Suffix focus: -ous commonly forms an adjective meaning full of or characterized by.

agreed upon by every person involvedThe jury reached a unanimous decision.
500verdictnoun
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Field: Grade 6 precise high-utility word

Word study: Base-form focus: verdict is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context.

a formal decision made by a jury or judgeAfter considering the evidence, the jury announced its verdict.

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