Top 100 PSLE Primary 1 Vocabulary List: Level Advanced with meaning and example pdf downloads.
- Allowance
- Adorable
- Alike
- Ambitious
- Ample
- Astonishing
- Attentive
- Blossom
- Brief
- Brilliant
- Cautious
- Charming
- Clever
- Clumsy
- Compassionate
- Compliment
- Conclude
- Confident
- Considerate
- Content
- Courageous
- Curious
- Delightful
- Dependable
- Determined
- Devoted
- Different
- Diligent
- Eager
- Elaborate
- Elegant
- Enchanting
- Enthusiastic
- Environment
- Extraordinary
- Faithful
- Fascinating
- Flexible
- Forgiving
- Generous
- Grateful
- Hasty
- Humble
- Imaginative
- Independent
- Industrious
- Inquisitive
- Intelligent
- Inventive
- Joyful
- Keen
- Kindhearted
- Knowledgeable
- Lively
- Logical
- Loyal
- Magnificent
- Majestic
- Meticulous
- Modest
- Motivated
- Observant
- Optimistic
- Organized
- Original
- Outgoing
- Passionate
- Patient
- Perceptive
- Persistent
- Polite
- Practical
- Precise
- Punctual
- Radiant
- Reasonable
- Reflective
- Reliable
- Resourceful
- Respectful
- Responsible
- Self-reliant
- Sensible
- Sincere
- Skillful
- Sociable
- Splendid
- Steadfast
- Sympathetic
- Thoughtful
- Tolerant
- Trustworthy
- Unique
- Valiant
- Vibrant
- Vigorous
- Warmhearted
- Wise
- Witty
- Zealous
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Instructions
Dear Parents,
We recommend that you teach your child the vocabulary words by dividing the list into four separate groups, with each group to be taught over a one-week period. This will allow your child to focus on 25 words per week and reinforce their learning effectively. Below, we outline the suggested method and provide some helpful tips for teaching these vocabulary words.
Week 1:
- Start by introducing the first 25 words from Table 1.
- Begin each day by reviewing the previous day’s words with your child.
- Use the words in sentences to demonstrate their meanings and encourage your child to do the same.
- Encourage your child to write each word, its meaning, and an example sentence on a flashcard. This will help with memorization and visualization.
- At the end of the week, review all 25 words and test your child’s understanding by having them use each word in a sentence.
Week 2:
- Introduce the next 25 words from Table 2, following the same steps as in Week 1.
- Review the previous week’s words intermittently to ensure retention and understanding.
- Continue to create flashcards for each word and example sentence.
- At the end of the week, review all 25 words from Table 2 and encourage your child to use them in sentences.
Week 3:
- Proceed with the next 25 words from Table 3, employing the same teaching methods as in Weeks 1 and 2.
- Regularly review words from the previous two weeks to reinforce learning and aid retention.
- Keep creating flashcards for each word and example sentence.
- At the end of the week, review all 25 words from Table 3 and have your child use them in sentences.
Week 4:
- Introduce the final 25 words from Table 4 and follow the same steps as in the previous weeks.
- Continue to review words from the prior three weeks to ensure long-term understanding and memorization.
- Create flashcards for each word and example sentence.
- At the end of the week, review all 25 words from Table 4 and encourage your child to use them in sentences.
Tips for creating flashcards:
- Use index cards or cut pieces of cardstock to make flashcards.
- Write the word in large, bold letters on one side of the card.
- On the other side, write the meaning of the word and an example sentence that uses the word in context.
- Color-code the flashcards by week or group to help organize the learning process.
- Encourage your child to review the flashcards regularly and use them to test their memory and understanding.
By following this method, you can gradually and effectively teach your child these advanced vocabulary words in a structured manner. Separating the words into four manageable groups and dedicating a week to each group will ensure your child has enough time to learn, understand, and remember the words. Using flashcards and incorporating the words into daily conversations will also help reinforce learning and enable your child to apply their new vocabulary in real-life situations.
Table 1 (Primary 1 for 6-year-olds, with meanings)
No. | Word | Meaning |
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1 | Allowance | A small amount of money given regularly for personal use. |
2 | Adorable | Very cute or charming. |
3 | Alike | Similar in appearance, nature, or form. |
4 | Ambitious | Having a strong desire to succeed or achieve something. |
5 | Ample | Enough or more than enough; plentiful. |
6 | Astonishing | Extremely surprising or impressive. |
7 | Attentive | Paying close attention to something. |
8 | Blossom | A flower, or to flourish and grow. |
9 | Brief | Short in time, duration, or length. |
10 | Brilliant | Very bright or exceptionally clever or talented. |
11 | Cautious | Careful to avoid potential problems or danger. |
12 | Charming | Very pleasant or attractive. |
13 | Clever | Quick to understand or learn something. |
14 | Clumsy | Awkward in movement or handling things. |
15 | Compassionate | Feeling or showing sympathy or concern for others. |
16 | Compliment | A polite expression of praise or admiration. |
17 | Conclude | To bring something to an end or to finish. |
18 | Confident | Sure of oneself and one’s abilities or qualities. |
19 | Considerate | Thoughtful of the feelings or needs of others. |
20 | Content | Satisfied or happy with what one has. |
21 | Courageous | Brave; not deterred by danger or difficulties. |
22 | Curious | Eager to learn or know something. |
23 | Delightful | Very pleasing, enjoyable, or charming. |
24 | Dependable | Reliable and trustworthy. |
25 | Determined | Having made a firm decision and being resolved not to change it. |
Table 1 (Primary 1 for 6-year-olds, examples)
No. | Word | Example |
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1 | Allowance | Tommy gets a $5 allowance each week for doing chores. |
2 | Adorable | The kitten was so adorable that everyone wanted to pet it. |
3 | Alike | My toy car and Tim’s toy car are alike. |
4 | Ambitious | Sara is ambitious and wants to become a doctor. |
5 | Ample | There’s ample room in the box for your toys. |
6 | Astonishing | The magic trick was astonishing to the kids. |
7 | Attentive | Jane is an attentive listener when her teacher talks. |
8 | Blossom | In the spring, the cherry trees blossom. |
9 | Brief | Let’s take a brief walk before dinner. |
10 | Brilliant | The sun was brilliant in the sky after the rain. |
11 | Cautious | Be cautious when crossing the street. |
12 | Charming | The puppy had a charming smile. |
13 | Clever | The clever monkey figured out how to open the box. |
14 | Clumsy | He was a clumsy dancer and stepped on his partner’s toes. |
15 | Compassionate | Anna was compassionate and helped the injured bird. |
16 | Compliment | She gave her friend a compliment on her pretty dress. |
17 | Conclude | We will conclude the storytime with a song. |
18 | Confident | John is confident he can ride his bike without training wheels. |
19 | Considerate | Sam was considerate and shared his snack with his friend. |
20 | Content | She was content playing with her toys alone. |
21 | Courageous | The courageous firefighter saved the cat from the tree. |
22 | Curious | The curious baby wanted to touch everything in the room. |
23 | Delightful | The ice cream was a delightful treat on a hot day. |
24 | Dependable | Lily is a dependable friend and always keeps her promises. |
25 | Determined | Max was determined to learn how to tie his shoes. |
Table 2 (Primary 1 for 6-year-olds, with meanings)
No. | Word | Meaning |
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26 | Devoted | Showing loyalty and love for someone or something. |
27 | Different | Not the same as something or someone else. |
28 | Diligent | Hardworking and careful in one’s work or duties. |
29 | Eager | Wanting to do or have something very much. |
30 | Elaborate | Detailed and complicated in design or planning. |
31 | Elegant | Graceful and stylish in appearance or manner. |
32 | Enchanting | Delightfully charming or attractive. |
33 | Enthusiastic | Having or showing intense and eager enjoyment or interest. |
34 | Environment | The surroundings or conditions in which a person, animal, or plant lives. |
35 | Extraordinary | Very unusual or remarkable; exceptional. |
36 | Faithful | Loyal and reliable; constant in doing something promised. |
37 | Fascinating | Extremely interesting or captivating. |
38 | Flexible | Capable of bending easily without breaking; adaptable. |
39 | Forgiving | Willing to forgive or pardon someone’s mistakes. |
40 | Generous | Showing a readiness to give more than is necessary. |
41 | Grateful | Feeling or showing appreciation for something received. |
42 | Hasty | Done or acting with excessive speed or urgency. |
43 | Humble | Having or showing a modest or low estimate of one’s importance. |
44 | Imaginative | Having or showing creativity and inventiveness. |
45 | Independent | Not relying on others for support, able to do things on one’s own. |
46 | Industrious | Diligent and hard-working. |
47 | Inquisitive | Curious or eager for knowledge. |
48 | Intelligent | Having a good ability to learn, understand, and think. |
49 | Inventive | Showing creativity and originality in creating something. |
50 | Joyful | Feeling, expressing, or causing great happiness. |
Table 2 (Primary 1 for 6-year-olds, examples)
No. | Word | Example |
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26 | Devoted | The dog was devoted to its owner and always stayed by her side. |
27 | Different | My ice cream is chocolate, but yours is a different flavor. |
28 | Diligent | She was diligent and practiced her piano every day. |
29 | Eager | Tom was eager to go to the playground after school. |
30 | Elaborate | The children built an elaborate sandcastle on the beach. |
31 | Elegant | The ballerina looked elegant in her tutu. |
32 | Enchanting | The fairy tale had an enchanting story. |
33 | Enthusiastic | The children were enthusiastic about the school trip. |
34 | Environment | We need to take care of our environment and not litter. |
35 | Extraordinary | The acrobat performed an extraordinary stunt. |
36 | Faithful | The faithful dog waited by the door for its owner to return. |
37 | Fascinating | The aquarium had fascinating sea creatures to observe. |
38 | Flexible | The rubber band is flexible and can stretch easily. |
39 | Forgiving | She was forgiving when her brother broke her toy. |
40 | Generous | The generous girl shared her candy with her friends. |
41 | Grateful | He was grateful for the gift his friend gave him. |
42 | Hasty | In his hasty excitement, he tripped over his own feet. |
43 | Humble | Even though she won the race, she remained humble. |
44 | Imaginative | Her imaginative stories were fun to listen to. |
45 | Independent | The independent boy put on his shoes all by himself. |
46 | Industrious | The industrious ants built a big anthill together. |
47 | Inquisitive | The inquisitive child asked many questions about the world. |
48 | Intelligent | The intelligent student quickly understood new concepts. |
49 | Inventive | The inventive boy created a toy out of cardboard. |
50 | Joyful | The birthday party was a joyful event for everyone. |
Table 3 (Primary 1 for 6-year-olds, with meanings)
No. | Word | Meaning |
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51 | Keen | Eager or enthusiastic; having a sharp edge or point. |
52 | Kindhearted | Having a kind and sympathetic nature. |
53 | Knowledgeable | Having or showing a lot of knowledge or information. |
54 | Lively | Full of life and energy; active and outgoing. |
55 | Logical | Based on clear and sound reasoning; making sense. |
56 | Loyal | Faithful and devoted to someone or something. |
57 | Magnificent | Impressively beautiful, elaborate, or extravagant. |
58 | Majestic | Having impressive beauty or dignity; grand. |
59 | Meticulous | Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise. |
60 | Modest | Not overly proud or boastful; having a moderate view of one’s own abilities. |
61 | Motivated | Eager to accomplish a goal or succeed; driven. |
62 | Observant | Good at noticing things around you. |
63 | Optimistic | Hopeful and confident about the future. |
64 | Organized | Arranged in a systematic way; well planned. |
65 | Original | Created directly and personally; not copied or imitated. |
66 | Outgoing | Friendly and sociable; eager to participate. |
67 | Passionate | Showing strong feelings or beliefs; intensely emotional. |
68 | Patient | Able to accept or tolerate delays, problems, or suffering without getting upset. |
69 | Perceptive | Having or showing a good understanding or insight. |
70 | Persistent | Continuing firmly despite difficulty or opposition. |
71 | Polite | Having or showing good manners; respectful and considerate. |
72 | Practical | Concerned with the actual doing or use of something; sensible. |
73 | Precise | Exact, accurate, and careful about details. |
74 | Punctual | Arriving or happening at the expected or agreed time. |
75 | Radiant | Sending out light; shining or glowing brightly. |
Table 3 (Primary 1 for 6-year-olds, examples)
No. | Word | Example |
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51 | Keen | He had a keen interest in dinosaurs and knew many facts. |
52 | Kindhearted | The kindhearted girl helped her friend who fell down. |
53 | Knowledgeable | The knowledgeable teacher answered all the students’ questions. |
54 | Lively | The lively puppy chased its tail in the yard. |
55 | Logical | She made a logical choice to wear a coat in the rain. |
56 | Loyal | A loyal friend always supports and stands by you. |
57 | Magnificent | The fireworks display was magnificent. |
58 | Majestic | The majestic eagle soared high in the sky. |
59 | Meticulous | She was meticulous when coloring inside the lines. |
60 | Modest | The modest boy didn’t brag about his achievements. |
61 | Motivated | He was motivated to finish his homework early. |
62 | Observant | The observant child noticed the ladybug on the leaf. |
63 | Optimistic | She was optimistic that she would find her lost toy. |
64 | Organized | Her room was organized and tidy. |
65 | Original | He came up with an original idea for his school project. |
66 | Outgoing | The outgoing child made friends easily at the park. |
67 | Passionate | She was passionate about drawing and painting. |
68 | Patient | He was patient and waited his turn in line. |
69 | Perceptive | The perceptive girl understood her friend’s feelings. |
70 | Persistent | He was persistent and tried again after failing. |
71 | Polite | The polite boy said “please” and “thank you.” |
72 | Practical | Wearing boots in the rain is a practical choice. |
73 | Precise | She was precise when cutting out the shapes. |
74 | Punctual | The punctual student arrived to class on time. |
75 | Radiant | Her radiant smile lit up the room. |
Table 4 (Primary 1 for 6-year-olds, with meanings)
No. | Word | Meaning |
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76 | Reasonable | Fair, sensible, and appropriate; within the limits of reason. |
77 | Reflective | Engaging in deep thought or contemplation; thoughtful. |
78 | Reliable | Dependable and consistent in performance or quality. |
79 | Resourceful | Able to find quick and clever ways to overcome difficulties. |
80 | Respectful | Showing politeness and consideration for others. |
81 | Responsible | Having an obligation to do something or to take care of something. |
82 | Self-reliant | Able to do things on one’s own; independent. |
83 | Sensible | Reasonable, practical, and showing good judgment. |
84 | Sincere | Honest and genuine in feelings, intentions, or actions. |
85 | Skillful | Having or showing the ability to do something well. |
86 | Sociable | Willing to talk to and be friendly with other people. |
87 | Splendid | Magnificent, very impressive, or excellent. |
88 | Steadfast | Loyal, constant, and unchanging in support or allegiance. |
89 | Sympathetic | Showing understanding and concern for someone else’s feelings. |
90 | Thoughtful | Considerate of the needs or feelings of others; reflective. |
91 | Tolerant | Willing to allow the opinions or behavior of others without interference. |
92 | Trustworthy | Dependable, reliable, and deserving of trust. |
93 | Unique | Being the only one of its kind; unlike anything else. |
94 | Valiant | Showing courage or determination; brave. |
95 | Vibrant | Full of energy, enthusiasm, or color. |
96 | Vigorous | Strong, healthy, and full of energy. |
97 | Warmhearted | Kind, caring, and sympathetic toward others. |
98 | Wise | Having or showing experience, knowledge, and good judgment. |
99 | Witty | Showing or characterized by quick and inventive humor. |
100 | Zealous | Passionate and devoted to a cause; enthusiastic. |
Table 4 (Primary 1 for 6-year-olds, examples)
No. | Word | Example |
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76 | Reasonable | The boy made a reasonable decision to wear a hat in the sun. |
77 | Reflective | After losing the game, she was reflective about her mistakes. |
78 | Reliable | The reliable friend always kept her promises. |
79 | Resourceful | The resourceful girl made a toy car out of a cardboard box. |
80 | Respectful | He was respectful and listened carefully to his teacher. |
81 | Responsible | She was responsible and remembered to feed her pet every day. |
82 | Self-reliant | The self-reliant child tied her own shoes. |
83 | Sensible | The sensible girl brought an umbrella on a rainy day. |
84 | Sincere | His apology was sincere and heartfelt. |
85 | Skillful | The skillful artist painted beautiful pictures. |
86 | Sociable | The sociable child enjoyed playing with others. |
87 | Splendid | The magic show was a splendid event. |
88 | Steadfast | The steadfast tree stood strong in the storm. |
89 | Sympathetic | The sympathetic girl comforted her friend who was sad. |
90 | Thoughtful | The thoughtful boy held the door open for his grandmother. |
91 | Tolerant | She was tolerant and patient with her younger brother. |
92 | Trustworthy | The trustworthy girl returned the lost wallet to its owner. |
93 | Unique | Every snowflake is unique and has a different shape. |
94 | Valiant | The valiant knight saved the village from the dragon. |
95 | Vibrant | The vibrant flowers were in full bloom. |
96 | Vigorous | The vigorous puppy played fetch for hours. |
97 | Warmhearted | The warmhearted girl shared her blanket with her friend. |
98 | Wise | The wise old owl gave advice to the other animals. |
99 | Witty | The witty child made everyone laugh with his clever jokes. |
100 | Zealous | The zealous student studied hard for the spelling bee. |
The Impact of the Advanced Top 100 Word List on Primary 1 Students: A Pathway to Academic Success

Language is the foundation upon which learning and communication are built. The importance of a robust vocabulary in the early stages of a child’s education cannot be overstated, as it directly impacts their ability to understand, analyze, and convey complex thoughts and ideas. This essay will explore how the Advanced Top 100 Word List for Primary 2 students can significantly enhance their studies and overall academic experience.
Vocabulary plays a pivotal role in a child’s cognitive development. A rich and varied vocabulary enables young learners to better comprehend and engage with the materials they read. As children encounter new and unfamiliar words in the Advanced Top 100 Word List for Primary 1 students, they not only expand their vocabulary but also develop essential reading skills. By learning to decipher the meaning of these advanced words, they can more efficiently navigate through the texts they read and gain a deeper understanding of the content. This improved comprehension allows students to immerse themselves in the material, fostering critical thinking and analytical skills that are integral to academic success.
An expanded vocabulary also enhances a young learner’s writing abilities. As students become familiar with the advanced words from the list, they can incorporate them into their written assignments, providing greater clarity and precision in their expression of ideas. By using more sophisticated language, students can effectively convey complex thoughts and arguments in their writing, which in turn improves the overall quality of their work. This ability to communicate effectively through written language not only benefits their academic performance but also prepares them for future endeavors that require proficient writing skills, such as higher education and professional careers.

The Advanced Top 100 Word List for Primary 1 students also has a profound impact on their listening and speaking skills. As students come across these words in classroom discussions and everyday conversations, they sharpen their listening comprehension, allowing them to follow more complex discussions and actively participate in them. An increased vocabulary also enables students to articulate their thoughts and ideas more effectively during verbal interactions, thus promoting a deeper engagement with their peers and teachers. This enhanced communication can lead to more fruitful discussions and collaborations, which are essential for learning and personal growth.
Furthermore, the Advanced Top 100 Word List can boost students’ confidence and self-esteem. As they master these words and begin incorporating them into their speech and writing, they gain a sense of accomplishment and pride in their language abilities. This increased confidence can have a positive impact on their overall attitude towards learning, fostering greater motivation and enthusiasm for their studies. When students feel capable and self-assured, they are more likely to embrace new challenges and strive for academic excellence.
Another notable benefit of the Advanced Top 100 Word List for Primary 1 students is that it encourages a growth mindset. By introducing students to advanced vocabulary at a young age, educators can foster the belief that learning and improvement are continuous processes. This mindset can lead students to view challenges as opportunities for growth rather than obstacles, which can have a lasting impact on their academic success and personal development. When students recognize that their abilities can be expanded and refined, they are more likely to engage with new learning experiences and strive for continued improvement.
In addition, the Advanced Top 100 Word List promotes a deeper understanding of various subjects across the curriculum. As students become more familiar with these advanced words, they are better equipped to grasp complex concepts in subjects such as science, mathematics, social studies, and literature. This enhanced comprehension allows them to engage with the material more effectively and develop a more profound appreciation for the interconnectedness of different disciplines. In turn, this interdisciplinary understanding can inspire curiosity and a lifelong love of learning.
Moreover, the Advanced Top 100 Word List helps students develop essential skills for the digital age. In today’s interconnected world, the ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and speech, is increasingly important. Mastery of an advanced vocabulary allows students to navigate the digital landscape with greater ease, whether it be through understanding online resources, participating in virtual discussions, or expressing their thoughts in digital formats. These language skills can provide students with a competitive edge as they progress through their education and eventually enter the workforce.

The Advanced Top 100 Word List for Primary 1 students can also foster a greater appreciation for literature and the arts. By expanding their vocabulary, students can delve into more complex literary works, enhancing their enjoyment and understanding of various texts. This exposure to diverse forms of literature can inspire creativity and stimulate the imagination, fostering a love for reading and creative writing. An advanced vocabulary also allows students to engage more deeply with other art forms, such as theatre, film, and visual arts, by enabling them to grasp nuanced themes and ideas.
Moreover, the Advanced Top 100 Word List can enhance students’ cultural awareness and empathy. As they encounter and learn the meanings of these advanced words, they may come across terms derived from different languages, historical contexts, or cultural backgrounds. This exposure to diverse linguistic influences can foster a broader understanding of the world and its myriad cultures, promoting open-mindedness and tolerance.
In conclusion, the Advanced Top 100 Word List for Primary 1 students plays a vital role in enhancing students’ academic performance and overall educational experience. By incorporating these advanced words into their vocabulary, students can develop essential language skills, improve their comprehension of complex concepts across disciplines, and foster a growth mindset. Furthermore, the mastery of an advanced vocabulary can boost students’ confidence, nurture their appreciation for literature and the arts, and promote cultural awareness and empathy. Ultimately, the Advanced Top 100 Word List serves as a catalyst for academic success, equipping students with the tools they need to excel in their studies and thrive in an increasingly interconnected world.
Beyond the immediate academic benefits, the Advanced Top 100 Word List for Primary 1 students can have a lasting impact on their personal and professional lives. As students progress through their education and enter the workforce, they will continue to reap the rewards of an advanced vocabulary. In today’s global economy, effective communication skills are highly valued by employers, as they enable individuals to collaborate successfully, present ideas persuasively, and negotiate complex situations with confidence. Mastery of an advanced vocabulary can give students a competitive advantage in their careers, opening doors to opportunities and professional growth.
Moreover, the ability to communicate effectively using an advanced vocabulary can contribute to a richer and more fulfilling social life. As students engage with others in meaningful conversations and navigate diverse social settings, their expanded vocabulary can help them build deeper connections, understand different perspectives, and express their thoughts and emotions with greater clarity. This enhanced ability to communicate can lead to stronger relationships, a broader social network, and an increased sense of belonging and well-being.
The Advanced Top 100 Word List for Primary 1 students also serves as a foundation for lifelong learning. As students continue to encounter new and challenging ideas throughout their lives, a strong vocabulary can facilitate their ability to adapt and learn. Whether they are pursuing further education, exploring new hobbies, or staying informed about current events, an advanced vocabulary can enable them to engage with complex sentence structures in their syntax with friends, or in school.
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