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 |
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| 476 | predicament | noun StudyField: Grade 6 precise high-utility word Word study: Suffix focus: -ment commonly forms a noun for an action, process, state, or result. | 1. prédicament 2. catégorie 3. classe | The broken paddle left the canoeists in a serious predicament. |
| 477 | prejudice | noun StudyField: Grade 6 precise high-utility word Word study: Base-form focus: prejudice is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | 1. préjugé 2. idée préconçue | Education can challenge prejudice by replacing rumors with understanding. |
| 478 | prominent | adjective StudyField: Grade 6 precise high-utility word Word study: Base-form focus: prominent is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | proéminent | A prominent ridge rises above the valley. |
| 479 | prosecute | verb StudyField: Grade 6 precise high-utility word Word study: Base-form focus: prosecute is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | poursuivre en justice | The state may prosecute anyone who deliberately poisons the river. |
| 480 | refuge | noun StudyField: Grade 6 precise high-utility word Word study: Base-form focus: refuge is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | refuge | The cave offered refuge from the sudden hailstorm. |
| 481 | hesitant | adjective StudyField: Grade 6 precise high-utility word Word study: Base-form focus: hesitant is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | hésitant | Mira was hesitant to cross the swaying bridge. |
| 482 | remorse | noun StudyField: Grade 6 precise high-utility word Word study: Base-form focus: remorse is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | 1. remords 2. componction | He felt remorse after admitting that he had damaged the sculpture. |
| 483 | resolute | adjective StudyField: Grade 6 precise high-utility word Word study: Base-form focus: resolute is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | 1. résolu 2. résolue 3. ferme | The resolute climbers continued despite the cold wind. |
| 484 | inhibit | verb StudyField: Grade 6 precise high-utility word Word study: Base-form focus: inhibit is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | inhiber | Cold temperatures can inhibit the growth of some bacteria. |
| 485 | retaliate | verb StudyField: Grade 6 precise high-utility word Word study: Base-form focus: retaliate is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | 1. rendre la pareille à quelqu'un 2. riposter 3. se venger de | The coach warned players not to retaliate after a rough tackle. |
| 486 | retrieve | verb StudyField: Grade 6 precise high-utility word Word study: Base-form focus: retrieve is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | 1. récupérer 2. retrouver | The dog can retrieve the ball from the shallow pond. |
| 487 | rigorous | adjective StudyField: Grade 6 precise high-utility word Word study: Suffix focus: -ous commonly forms an adjective meaning full of or characterized by. | rigoureux | The medicine passed a rigorous series of safety tests. |
| 488 | sanctuary | noun StudyField: Grade 6 precise high-utility word Word study: Base-form focus: sanctuary is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | 1. asile 2. refuge | The wetland is a sanctuary for migrating birds. |
| 489 | stationary | adjective StudyField: Grade 6 precise high-utility word Word study: Base-form focus: stationary is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | stationnaire | The bicycle remained stationary while its wheel spun. |
| 490 | stifle | verb StudyField: Grade 6 precise high-utility word Word study: Base-form focus: stifle is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | étouffer | Fear of criticism can stifle creative ideas. |
| 491 | strive | verb StudyField: Grade 6 precise high-utility word Word study: Base-form focus: strive is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | 1. s'efforcer 2. s'appliquer 3. combattre | The athletes strive to improve their times each week. |
| 492 | subordinate | adjective StudyField: Grade 6 precise high-utility word Word study: Base-form focus: subordinate is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | subordonné | The subordinate clause cannot stand alone as a complete sentence. |
| 493 | subsequent | adjective StudyField: Grade 6 precise high-utility word Word study: Base-form focus: subsequent is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | 1. subséquent 2. suivant 3. prochain | Subsequent experiments confirmed the first result. |
| 494 | supplement | verb StudyField: Grade 6 precise high-utility word Word study: Base-form focus: supplement is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | supplément | The teacher will supplement the article with a short video. |
| 495 | tangible | adjective StudyField: Grade 6 precise high-utility word Word study: Suffix focus: -ible means capable of, suitable for, or able to be affected. | 1. tangible 2. palpable | The repaired roof was tangible evidence of the volunteers' work. |
| 496 | terminate | verb StudyField: Grade 6 precise high-utility word Word study: Base-form focus: terminate is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | terminer | The agreement allows either side to terminate the contract. |
| 497 | terrain | noun StudyField: Grade 6 precise high-utility word Word study: Base-form focus: terrain is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | terrain | The rocky terrain slowed the rescue vehicles. |
| 498 | treacherous | adjective StudyField: Grade 6 precise high-utility word Word study: Suffix focus: -ous commonly forms an adjective meaning full of or characterized by. | traître | Black ice made the mountain road treacherous. |
| 499 | unanimous | adjective StudyField: Grade 6 precise high-utility word Word study: Suffix focus: -ous commonly forms an adjective meaning full of or characterized by. | unanime | The jury reached a unanimous decision. |
| 500 | verdict | noun StudyField: Grade 6 precise high-utility word Word study: Base-form focus: verdict is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | verdict | After considering the evidence, the jury announced its verdict. |
Vocabulary reading and practice
Page 20 vocabulary review
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Vocabulary chart page
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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).