thumb
noun/θʌm/
Frequency rank: #4,181 of 20,003 in the WORDED list (wordfreq data)
Meaning
The short thick finger on the side of the hand.
Example sentence
He used his thumb to press the button.
Synonyms & related words
More words in ranks 4,101–4,200
- sheerComplete; pure; or very steep, almost vertical.
- speciallyin a special way; for a particular purpose
- starkseverely plain or bare; harsh and clear in appearance.
- sympathyA feeling of sharing another person's sadness or trouble.
- theoreticalBased on ideas rather than practice or real experience.
- timberwood that has been prepared for use in building or carpentry
- transparenteasy to see through; open and honest, with nothing hidden.
- upsidethe positive or more favorable aspect of a situation.
- visitorA person who comes to see a place or another person.
- vitaminA natural substance found in food that the body needs to stay healthy.