Quality Adjectives
-ly Adverbs
Strong Verbs
Things Concerning 5th Graders
Great Vocabulary for a Prominent Person Essay
200

huge

What is "colossal"?

200

unbelievably

What is "incredibly"?

200

to make, build, or shape

What is "fashion"?

200

awesome

ex: When it comes to potty humor, many fifth grade boys have an ________ vocabulary!

What is "impressive"?

200

reaching a height above others

ex: St. Augustine has had a _______ influence over other Christian thinkers from the early church. 

What is "towering"?

400

satisfied with what one has or is

What is "content"?

400

in a friendly manner

What is "cordially"?

400

to give a loud, deep roar

What is "bellow"?

400

to break or pass into

ex: The timeline motions will eventually ______ the minds of fifth graders after consistent practice.

What is "penetrate"?

400

showing wise judgement

ex: Archimedes _____ considered the results of his scientific discoveries before making his own judgments.

What is "prudently"?

600

highly respected

What is "prestigious"?

600

with determination

What is "resolutely"?

600

to walk leisurely

What is "stroll"?

600

full of joy

Fifth grade students will be ______ to complete the CLT test this week. 

What is "ecstatic"?

600

of far-reaching importance

ex: Galen's discoveries have had a _______ impact on the scientific world. 

What is "momentous"?

800

evil; wicked

What is "sinister"?

800

moving quickly and skillfully

What is "deftly"?

800

to enclose in

What is "encase"?

800

to cause great worry or pain

ex: Not studying for your final vocabulary quiz will ______ you.

What is "distress"?

800

as much or more than is needed

ex: Besides the Bible, _______ evidence supports the belief that King David was a historical figure. 

What is "ample"?

1000

too many to count

What is "countless"?

1000

therefore; as a result

What is "consequently"?

1000

to confuse or bewilder

What is "baffle"?

1000

something accomplished by special ability, effort, or courage

ex: Fifth grade girls consider it a great _____ to get a 100 on a writing paper. 

What is "achievement"?

1000

something that is good or helpful

ex: People today ______ from the contributions of great thinkers of the past.

What is "benefit"?

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