Grade 6 – Gold Division First Challenge Meet – Word List Fall 2025

Vocabulary terms and definitions from the Fall 2025 WordMasters Challenge word list for Grade 6 Gold Division.

portent

A sign or warning that something, especially something momentous, is likely to happen.

fabricate

To invent or construct something, typically with deceitful intent.

stratified

Arranged or formed in layers.

rudiments

The first principles or most basic elements of a subject.

augur

A noun or verb referring to a person who foretells the future or the act of predicting an outcome through signs.

embryonic

In a very early stage of development; rudimentary.

pact

A formal agreement between individuals or parties.

upstage

To divert attention from someone else towards oneself.

congenial

Pleasant because of a personality, qualities, or interests that are similar to one's own.

memento

An object kept as a reminder or souvenir of a person or event.

disperse

To distribute or spread over a wide area.

compatible

Able to exist or occur together without conflict.

coalition

A temporary alliance for combined action, especially between political parties or states.

delude

To mislead the mind or judgment of; to deceive or fool.

intolerant

Not accepting of views, beliefs, or behavior that differ from one's own.

zest

Great enthusiasm and energy, or the outer peel of a citrus fruit used for flavoring.

adhere

To stick fast to a surface or substance, or to follow a practice or belief.

incoherent

Expressed in a confusing or incomprehensible way; unclear.

fop

A man who is excessively concerned with his clothes and appearance.

eclipse

A noun or verb referring to the obscuring of light from a celestial body or the act of outshining someone or something.

cohesive

Characterized by sticking together or exhibiting unity.

bigot

A person who is obstinately or unreasonably attached to a belief and is prejudiced against others.

outfox

To defeat or trick someone by being more intelligent or clever.

vain

Having or showing an excessively high opinion of one's appearance, abilities, or worth.

gusto

Enjoyment or vigor in doing something; great enthusiasm.