Vocabulary List Generator — Build Vocabulary Lists for Any Topic
Generate word lists with definitions, examples, and activities for vocabulary instruction.
Vocabulary List Generator
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Example Output
Vocabulary List: The Water Cycle
Grade 5 Science | 10 Words
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Evaporation (n.)
Definition: The process of liquid water changing into water vapor (gas)
Example: Evaporation happens when the sun heats water in a puddle.
Visual: Arrow pointing up from water to sky -
Condensation (n.)
Definition: The process of water vapor cooling and changing back to liquid
Example: Condensation on your cold glass of water comes from water vapor in the air.
Visual: Water droplets forming on cold surface -
Precipitation (n.)
Definition: Water falling from clouds as rain, snow, sleet, or hail
Example: The precipitation forecast shows rain tomorrow afternoon.
Visual: Cloud with rain/snow falling -
Transpiration (n.)
Definition: The release of water vapor from plants through their leaves
Example: Transpiration is how forests add water back to the atmosphere.
Visual: Plant with arrows showing water moving up and out
[... continues with 6 more words ...]
Suggested Activities:
- Create water cycle diagram labeling each vocabulary term
- Vocabulary sorting: Which words describe water going UP vs DOWN?
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Why teachers love this tool
Contextual Learning
Words with example sentences for meaningful understanding.
Academic Vocabulary
Focus on Tier 2 and Tier 3 words for content mastery.
Customizable
Generate lists from topics or extract words from any text.
Ready to Use
Formatted for flashcards, word walls, or vocabulary notebooks.
How It Works
Get results in three simple steps
Enter Topic or Text
Type a topic or paste a text to extract vocabulary from.
Set Parameters
Choose number of words, detail level, and word type focus.
Generate List
Get definitions, examples, and suggestions for vocabulary activities.
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Common ways teachers use this tool
Pre-Unit Vocabulary
Build word lists before introducing new content.
Text Preparation
Identify challenging words before assigning reading.
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Create organized vocabulary displays for the classroom.
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Build lists for standardized test vocabulary preparation.
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