10th Grade Vocabulary List

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Grade Vocabulary List Including Synonyms 1

Accentuate, Emphasize, Stress

Adept, Skilled, Able, Expert

Affront, Insult, Offend, EncounterAllay, Ease, Alleviate, Reduce, Quell

Allure, Attraction, Charm, Charisma

Amphitheater, Pit, ColiseumAnimation, Ebullience, Vitality

Annihilate, Destroy, Exterminate

Annul, Rescind, Invalidate, Revoke

Anonymous, Unnamed, UnknownApex, Peak, Summit, Apogee, Point

Appalling, Frightful, Repulsive

Appropriation, Allotment, SeizureArdor, Fervor, Zeal, Lust, Passion

Artisan, Creator, Virtuoso, Artist

Assess, Appraise, Value, Judge, Weigh

Atrocious, Horrible, Cruel, SavageAuditory, Heard, Aural, Audible

Automation, Computerization,

Mechanization, CyberneticsAxiom, Self-evident truth, Maxim,

Adage, Platitude

Bane, Curse, Plague, Scourge, Evil,

Banter, Banter, Banter, Banter,

Bauble, Trinket, Ornament, ToyBedlam, Madhouse, Clamor, ChaosBefall, Happen, Occur, Come to pass

Belated, Late, Overdue, Remiss

Belie, Mislead, Deceive, Repudiate,Gainsay, Disagree

Benefactor, Helper, Patron,Protector

Benevolent, Altruistic, Philanthropic,Bereaved, Dispossessed, Bereft

Betroth, Engage, Espouse, Affiance

Bevel, Angle, Cant, Tool, MiterBevy,Flock, Gaggle, Pride, SwarmBland, Insipid, Balmy, Amiable, Suave

Bogus, Forged, Spurious, Phony, False

Boisterous,Noisy, Clamorous, RowdyBolster, Reinforce, Support, Sustain

Brandish, Wave,Flourish, Threaten

Buttress, Prop, Support, Bolster,Brace

Callous, Hard, Obdurate, Apathetic,

Obtuse,Indifferent, Torpid

Cancellation, Annulment, Abrogation

Canine, Dog, Cur, Hound, Pooch

Capillary, Blood vessel, Vein, TubeCarnivorous, Predatory, Rapacious

Cater, Supply, Furnish, Procure

Chagrin, Trauma, Mishap, CalamityChronic, Habitual, Inveterate, Perpetual

Clientele, Customers, Constituency

Colleague, Coworker, Peer, Associate

Collegiate, Scholastic, EruditeCommunicable, Contagious, Infectious

Comparative, Similar, Parallel,

Analogous,Near, MatchingCompile, Collect, Amass, Cull

Complement, Supplement, Aggregate,

Full measure, Troupe, Complete

Component, Composing, Intrinsic,PartCompulsion Urgency, Obsession

Concept, Theory, Notion, Belief

Conclusive, Definitive, Decisive,Absolute,Irrefutable, Ultimate

Confound, Confuse, Perplex, Baffle

Consolidate, Combine, Blend,FortifyConsultant, Guide, Advisor, Guru

Contemptible, Ignoble, Base,Vile

Contraband, Illicit, SmugglingConvalescent, Recuperating, HealingConveyance, Transport, Vehicle

Convulsion, Paroxysm, Commotion

Cosmic, Vast, Universal, EmpyreanCourier, Herald, Messenger, Runner

Credentials, Documents, Papers,

VouchersCreditor, Collector, Consignee

Crucial, Acute, Intense, Fierce

Crypt, Tomb, Sepulcher, VaultCryptic, Ambiguous, EnigmaticCull, Collect, Amass, Compile

Cumulative, Increasing, Intensifying

Curtail, Reduce, Abridge, BluntCurvature, Bend, Arch,Camber

Cynical, Misanthropic, Alienated

Daily, Frequently, Once a dayDebit, Debt, Charge, Liability

Debutante, Belle, Coquette


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Default, Failure, Error,Lack

Deficient, Inadequate, Insufficient

Defile, Corrupt, Debase, Violate,HurtDeflation, Depreciation, Devaluation

Deft, Skilled, Adroit, Apt, Dexterous

Deity, God, Supreme Being, SourceDelve, Investigate, Probe, Search

Demented, Deranged, Fanatic,Lunatic

Demolition, Razing, Annihilation

Demoralize, Pervert, Deprave,Weaken,Daunt,Enfeeble, Dishearten

Demure, Prim, Modest, Coy,Staid

Dependent, Contingent, Inferior,Helpless,Ward

Depreciate, Devaluate, Belittle,

Denigrate,Disparage, Vilify

Designate,Appoint, Allocate, DelegateDespondent, Depressed, Forlorn

Deteriorate, Decline, Regress

Devastate, Desolate, DespoilDialect, Idiom, Vernacular, Subgroup,

Language,Tongue, Jargon

Diaphragm, Contraceptive,Prophylactic, Chest

Dignitary,Notable, Luminary,

Personage,Celebrity, StarDilate, Expand, Distend, AmplifyDilemma, Impasse, Mire, Quandary

Diligent, Assiduous, Indefatigable

Dirge, Chant, Lament, Requiem, CryDisconcert, Bewilder, Unnerve, Abash

Discretion, Choice, Option, Alternative

Disillusion, Deceive, Frustrate,

Disgruntle,Disappoint, Dissatisfy

Disintegrate,Dilapidate,Decay,Crumble

Dispel, Disperse, Dissipate, Deploy,ScatterDispensary, Hospital, Infirmary, Clinic,

Dispense, Apportion, Allot, Dole,Direct

Displacement, Discharge, RemovalDisreputable, Infamous, Ignominious

Dissect, Dismember, Divide, Scrutinize

Disuse, Abolition, Neglect, Abandon

Diverse, Disparate, Divergent, DistinctDogged, Tenacious, Resolute, Obstinate

Dominant, Ascendant, Commanding,

Assertive, Imperious, Authoritative

Dormant, Fallow, Latent, InertDote, Love, Adore, Coddle, Indulge

Dregs, Residue,Sediment, Scum, Rabble

Droll, Jocose, Ludicrous, Buffoon,JesterDuct, Conduit, Channel, Cylinder, Canal

Dupe, Victim, Fool, Hoax, Con

Dynamic, Vigorous, Charismatic, Potent

Eccentric, Quaint, Queer, Original

Elongate, Stretch, Extend, Protract

Eloquent, Fluent, Articulate, PersuasiveEmancipate, Liberate, Deliver

Embellish, Adorn, Flourish,Amplify

Emboss, Engrave, Stamp, Imprint

Embryo, Zygote, Fetus, GermEmit, Beam, Circulate, Utter

Encampment, Tents, Campsite,Camp

Enhance, Heighten, Intensify, EmbellishEnlighten, Edify, Acquaint, Illumine

Enrapture, Enchant, Enthrall,Allure

Ensemble, Aggregate, Garb,TroupeEnthrall, Fascinate, Enchant, Enslave

Enumerate, Count, Cite, Recapitulate

Enunciate, Proclaim, ArticulateEquilibrium, Balance, StabilityEradicate, Obliterate, Annihilate

Esteem, Deference, Valuation, Revere,

DeemEthical, Conscientious, Scrupulous

Evaluate, Judge, Appraise, Rank

Evasion, Avoidance, Subterfuge,

Equivocation,Sophistry

Exasperate, Rile, Exacerbate

Exotic, Foreign, Extrinsic, RomanticExploit, Achievement, Feat, EscapadeExpressly, Categorically, Specifically

Exuberant, Ardent, Abundant

Fallacy, Sophism, Deceit, Quibble

Feasible, Achievable, Suitable, Probable

Feign, Concoct, Counterfeit, Imagine

Ferret, Hunt, Search, Seek, UnearthFictitious, Chimerical, Mock, Sham

Finale, End, Denouement, Close, Finish


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Flail, Hit, Batter, Strike, Beat, Whip

Flange, Projection, Bulge, Tab, Ear

Flaunt, Display, Brandish, ExhibitFocal, Middle, Median, Equidistant

Foible, Defect, Frailty, Peculiarity

Folio, Collection, Horde, AbundanceForeshorten, Shorten

Formulate, Form, Draft,Conceive

Forum, Patio, Quadrangle, Court

Fraught, Industrious, Assiduous, BusyFrivolous, Trivial, Paltry, Foolish

Frontage, Facade, Anterior, Bow

Froth, Ferment, Effervescence, BubblesFrugal, Spartan, Parsimonious, Chary

Frustrate, Baffle, Bilk, Defeat,Buffalo

Furtive, Stealthy, Clandestine, Covert,

Surreptitious,Elusive, SlyFutile, Vain, Barren, Unimportant

Gala, Festive, Splendid, Affair, CarnivalGaseous, Volatile, Vaporous

Genteel, Polite, Cultured, Aristocratic

Germinate, Sprout, Gestate,HatchGirth, Circumference, Perimeter, Size

Glaze, Finish, Vitrify, Varnish, Encrust

Glean, Gather, Garner, Cull, ExtractGlib, Fluent, Loquacious, Artful, FacileGlutton, Gourmand, Epicure, Hog, Pig

Gore, Carnage, Slaughter, Massacre

Granulate, Shred, Pulverize, CrystallizeGratify, Enchant, Indulge, Delight

Grotesque, Hideous, Absurd,Ugly

Grovel, Cringe, Cower, Implore, SnivelGuerrilla, Rebel, Insurgent,Seditious

Hapless, Disastrous, Doomed, LucklessHavoc, Desolation, Devastation, WasteHeirloom, Heritage, Legacy, Birthright

Heritage, Estate, Legacy, Culture

Hew, Hack, Sever, Chop, Shape, FormHoax, Fraud, Deceit, Ruse, Lie

Horticulture, Gardening, Agriculture

Hovel, Hut, Shack, Shed, Pigsty

Humbug, Hoax, Sham, Imposter,DupeHumdrum, Dull, Mundane,Common

Humiliate, Denigrate, Debase,Demean

Humility, Docility, Modesty, Meekness

Hybrid, Mixture, Mutt, Cross, Mongrel

Hypocrite, Fraud, Knave,DissimulatorHysteria, Paroxysm, Frenzy, Delirium

Idiom, Jargon, Dialect, VernacularIllegitimate, Lawless, Illicit,Illegal

Illogical, Absurd, Untenable, Specious

Illustrious, Distinguished, Eminent

Immature, Youthful, UnreasoningImmeasurable, Vast, Infinite

Impartial, Equitable, Unbiased

Impeach, Arraign, Accuse, IndictImperative, Crucial, Critical,Urgent

Imperial,Noble, Sovereign,August

Impersonal, Aloof, Indifferent

Impertinent,Insolent, Incongruous,Inane

Impoverish, Bankrupt, Squander

Impregnate, Procreate, Permeate,Imbue

Inaccessible, Unattainable, Unreachable

Incandescent, Intense, RadiantIncision, Slit, Gash, Laceration

Inclination, Propensity, Proclivity

Inclusive, Encompassing, ComprisingIncorporate, Merge, Embody,FuseIncriminate, Accuse, Implicate,Ensnare

Indisposed, Ailing, Averse,Loath

Induce, Persuade, Impel, EngenderInducement, Incentive, Stimulus

Inert, Idle, Static, Paralyzed, Immobile

Inevitable, Certain, InescapableInfatuate, Arouse, Ardent, Glow

Infernal, Plutonian, Hellish, Stygian

Infidel, Atheist, Heretic, AgnosticInkling, Innuendo, Inference, GlimpseInquisitive, Curious, Scrutinizing

Insufferable, Intolerable, Agonizing

Intensity, Vigor, Passion, AnxietyIntolerable, Unbearable, Insufferable

Intolerant, Biased, Bigoted,Dictatorial

Intuition, Insight, Perception

Invertebrate, Weakling, CowardInvigorating, Stimulating, Exhilarating

Invincible, Indomitable, Unyielding


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Invoke, Conjure, Beg, Enforce, Enact

Ire, Rage, Vexation, Wrath, Fury

Irony, Sarcasm, Satire, Derision, Humor

Jargon, Babble, Idiom, Lingo, Slang

Laborious, Arduous, Diligent

Lateral, Oblique, Sidelong, Side by side

Legacy, Grant, Gift, Benefaction

Liability, Debt, Obligation, BurdenLinear,Lineal, Longitudinal, Direct

Liquidate, Cash, Repay, Purge,Execute

Listless, Lethargic, Indolent, Apathetic

Magnitude, Bulk, Eminence,Degree

Mainstay, Pillar, Support, Heart

Malady, Ailment, Affliction, DiseaseManipulate, Beguile, Exploit,Finesse

Manor, Estate, Palace, Plantation

Martial, Military, Warlike, CombativeMaterialize, Evolve, Appear,Loom

Maternal, Motherly, Parental

Maul, Hammer, Trample, MangleMediocre, Average, Medium

Medley, Variety, Composition, Mixture

Mire,Bog, Marsh, Fen, Quagmire, OozeMisconception, Delusion, FallacyMomentum, Force, Impetus,Thrust

Monologue, Digression, Discursion

Morbid, Gruesome, Morose, GloomyMutation, Change, Anomaly, Deviation

Mystical, Dark, Abstruse, Enigmatic

Narcotic, Dulling, Sedative, Opiate

Narrate, Recount, Disclose, Reveal

Necessitate, Compel, ObligeNegotiate, Arrange, Barter,MediateNonchalant, Apathetic, Effortless

Nucleus, Gist, Crux, Hub,Pith

Obituary, Death notice, Eulogy

Oblique, Slanting, Indirect, Askew

Oblivion, Blankness, Disregard,Void

Obnoxious, Offensive, OdiousObscene, Foul, Crude,Gross

Opaque, Obscure, Nebulous, Enigmatic

Oratory, Elocution, Rhetoric, Discourse

Ordinance, Mandate, Statute,Edict

Organic, Natural, VitalOrganism, Creature, Living being

Overture, Advance, Prelude, Approach

Panorama, Scenery, Vista,TableauParochial, Provincial, Intolerant

Parry, Evasion, Avert, Rebuff,Elude

Pass, Primitive, Ancient, AntediluvianPassive, Inert, Resigned, Receptive

Paternal, Patriarchal, Indulgent

Patron, Client, Benefactor, AdvocatePatronize, Buy, Indulge, Tolerate

Pensive, Musing, Ruminating, Serious

Perception, Cognition, Thought

Perseverance, Tenacity, DoggednessPerspective, Viewpoint, Vista

Pertinent, Appropriate, Apt

Pessimistic,Despairing, Fatalistic,Discouraging

Petite, Diminutive, Miniature

Phenomenal, Amazing, UniquePictorial, Illustrated, Graphic

Pigment, Stain, Tincture, Hue

Pilgrimage, Excursion, ExpeditionPinnacle, Apex, Eminence, ZenithPiteous, Deplorable, Doleful, Morose

Plausible, Specious, Credible, Probable

Pliable, Supple, Limber, MalleablePopulate, Dwell, Inhabit, Occupy

Portal, Ingress, Entry, Door, Access

Portly, Corpulent, Fat, Dignified, GrandPrecinct, Region, Ward, Environs

Predominant, Reigning, Ascendant

Pregnant, Expecting, MomentousPreliminary, Inductive, PreludePrelude, Preface, Fugue, Preclusion

Premature, Rash, Precipitate,Untimely

Preoccupy, Disquiet, Perturb,DistressPrestige, Prominence, Renown, Fame

Prevalent, Common, Accepted, Used

Profess, Affirm, Avow, Proclaim

Proficient, Adept, Apt,CompetentProgression, Advancement, Climb

Prose, Writing, Story, Literature


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Providence, Destiny, Fate, Fortune,Lot

Provincial, Rural, Rustic,Unpolished

Prudent, Cautious, Discreet, FrugalPulverize, Crush, Grind, Powder

Putrid, Fetid, Rank, Stagnant, Foul

Qualm, Misgiving, Nausea, Queasiness

Quandary, Dilemma, Impasse, Mire

Quell, Subdue, Quash, Allay, Lull

Radiate, Glow, Diffuse, Disperse

Radical, Fundamental, Seditious, Rebel

Ratify, Approve, Endorse, ConfirmRational, Sensible, Discreet, Lucid

Ravenous, Voracious, Insatiable

Ravish, Charm, Enthrall, Rape, Abuse

Readjust, Regulate, Adapt, CalibrateRebuff, Snub, Rebuke, Reject, Refuse

Reconcile, Persuade, Appease,Adjust

Rectify, Amend, Improve, CorrectRecuperate, Revive, Rally, Recover

Reformatory, Penitentiary, Dungeon

Reimburse, Remunerate, CompensateReinstate, Replenish, Restore, Return

Remittance, Grant, Stipend

Rend, Rip, Dissever, Lacerate, CleaveRenovate, Refurbish, RevitalizeReorganize, Overhaul, Reconstruct

Reputable, Decent, Illustrious

Residue, Remnant, Remains, SurplusRevel, Frolic, Gala, Carouse, Celebrate

Reverie, Trance, Muse, Preoccupation

Revert, Regress, Lapse, RecurRevoke, Repeal, Recant, Annul, Nullify

Rhapsody, Rapture, Ecstasy, Bliss

Rift, Fracture, Cleft, Rupture, BreakRitual, Formal, Ceremony, RiteRoster, Roll, Register, Directory, Index

Rostrum, Prow, Front, Jib

Rue, Lament, Regret, Curse, DeploreRupture, Breach, Fracture, Hernia

Sally, Sortie, Attack, Embark

Satire, Ridicule, Mockery, ParodySaturate, Drench, Suffuse, Sate

Scope, Extent, Area, Reach, Range

Scrimmage, Struggle, Tussle

Scrutinize, Examine, Inspect, Study

Sear, Scorch, Singe, Char, ToastSecluded, Isolated, Private

Sector, Region, Area, District

Sediment, Dregs, Residue,SiltSegment, Portion, Section, Divide

Segregate, Isolate, Sequester,Seclude

Silhouette, Image, Contour,Profile

Simultaneous, Coexisting, ConcurrentSkeptical, Doubtful, Quizzical, Cynical

Skirmish, Scuffle, Scrimmage, Combat

Slothful, Lazy, Indolent, SluggardlySmelt, Refine, Melt in a furnace

Sodden, Saturated, Drenched, Steeped

Solitude, Isolation, Privacy, Desert

Solvent, Sound, LiquidSomber, Drab, Dismal, Dreary,Dire

Spasm, Paroxysm, Fit, Seizure, Tic

Spontaneous, Impulsive, AutomaticStability, Strength, Constancy, Solidity

Stagnant, Inert, Putrid, Fetid,Listless

Stalwart, Robust, Gallant, FormidableStance, Affectation, Pose, Position

Sterile, Sanitary, Septic, Impotent, Arid

Stigma, Shame, Infamy, Stain, TaintStimulate, Arouse, Incite,ProvokeStolid, Impassive, Dispassionate

Strewn, Dispersed, Disseminated

Stupefy, Stun, Daze, AstonishStupor, Daze, Trance, Languor

Suave, Sophisticated, Urbane, Smooth

Subside, Recede, Wane, DeclineSundry, Various, Divers, Varied

Superimpose, Lay over, Carpet

Superlative, Supreme, UtmostSymmetry, Regularity, BalanceSynthetic, Artificial, Factitious

Tabulate, Array, Order, IndexTaint, Infect, Defile, Besmirch, Sully

Tangent, Slope, Slant, Grade

Tantalize, Vex, Torture,Charm

Tart, Sour, Acid, Pie, TangyTawdry, Sleazy, Gaudy,Cheap

Temperance, Abstinence,Sobriety


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Theorem, Principle, Postulate,Thesis

Tier, Row, Array, Bank, Panel, Line

Timely, Opportune, Punctual, PromptTolerable, Endurable, Bearable

Torrid,Fiery, Tropical, Passionate

Torso, Thorax, Trunk, Upper bodyTranscribe, Duplicate, Clone

Transpose, Swap, Exchange

Tributary, Branch, Fork

Tumult, Disturbance, Ferment

Ultimate, Furthest, Final, Supreme

Ultimatum,Warning, MandateUncouth, Rude, Awkward, Bizarre

Unerring, Accurate, Exact

Unify, Combine, Harmonize

Unkempt, Disorderly, TousledUrban, City, Civic, Municipal

Usage, Custom, Method, Practice

Variable, Fluctuating, Fickle

Vigil, Watch, Surveillance, Stakeout

Vigilant, Alert, Wary, AttentiveVisualize, Imagine, Envision

Vitality, Fervor, Vigor,Zest

Waif, Urchin, Orphan, FoundlingWan, Pale, Ashen, Pallid, Pasty

Wend, Thread, Ramble, Saunter

Whet, Hone, Strop, Sharpen, Stimulate,Arouse, Kindle, Spur, Awaken

Students are cautioned to remember that the words adjacent to

each term are synonyms not definitions. Some words have

multiple meanings therefore there may be a wide range ofmeanings attached to synonymous terms. Many terms change

meanings and pronunciation based on what part of speech is

being used. For example, the word complex when used as a

noun has a different meaning than when used as an adjective.

The mathematical formula for rocket fuel is complex. (Here

complex is a predicate adjective meaning complicated.) The

teacher who constantly derides his students has a inferiority

complex. (Here complex is a noun meaning a mental illness.)

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