The 10,801–10,900 most common English words

  1. 10,801wateryContaining too much water; thin and lacking flavor or strength.
  2. 10,802weaselto avoid a duty or obligation by using clever or dishonest means.
  3. 10,803zestGreat energy, enthusiasm, or enjoyment.
  4. 10,804zoologyThe scientific study of animals and their behavior, structure, and classification.
  5. 10,805abstinencethe practice of choosing not to do or consume something, especially alcohol or other pleasures.
  6. 10,806academicallyin a way that relates to education, studying, or scholarly work.
  7. 10,807adventurera person who seeks out exciting and risky experiences or unknown places
  8. 10,808aeroplaneA powered flying vehicle with wings and engines, used to transport people or goods through the air.
  9. 10,809allegeto claim or assert that someone has done something wrong, without proof.
  10. 10,810arduousInvolving or requiring strenuous effort; difficult and tiring.
  11. 10,811bacheloretteA young unmarried woman; also used to describe a party held for a woman before her wedding.
  12. 10,812bagelA dense, ring-shaped bread roll that is boiled before baking.
  13. 10,813barometerSomething that indicates the state or level of something else; an instrument for measuring atmospheric pressure.
  14. 10,814bigota person who is intolerant of those holding different opinions, beliefs, or belonging to different groups.
  15. 10,815boaA long, fluffy scarf made of feathers or fur, often worn as a fashion accessory.
  16. 10,816bruisea dark mark on the skin caused by an injury that breaks blood vessels underneath
  17. 10,817bulliongold or silver in bulk form, typically as bars or ingots before being coined or processed.
  18. 10,818bumpyHaving many bumps; not smooth; rough and uneven.
  19. 10,819carpTo complain or find fault constantly, especially about trivial matters.
  20. 10,820castorA plant-derived oil (or a small swiveling wheel on furniture); here referring to the oil from the castor plant.
  21. 10,821circumferenceThe distance around the outside of a circle or curved shape.
  22. 10,822cleverlyin a smart and inventive way; with quick intelligence or skill
  23. 10,823codexAn ancient manuscript in book form, especially one written by hand.
  24. 10,824composureA calm and controlled state of mind, especially in difficult situations.
  25. 10,825concurto agree or share the same opinion.
  26. 10,826delicacycareful and gentle treatment; also a rare or luxurious food item.
  27. 10,827demolishTo tear down or destroy a structure completely.
  28. 10,828deportto expel a foreigner from a country, typically by official order.
  29. 10,829diluteto make a liquid thinner or weaker by adding water or another substance.
  30. 10,830dispersionthe process of spreading or scattering things over a wide area.
  31. 10,831doomsdaya day of final destruction or catastrophic disaster; the end of the world.
  32. 10,832drinkera person who drinks, especially one who regularly drinks alcohol.
  33. 10,833exploratorydone in order to discover or learn something; intended to explore.
  34. 10,834facetone of many sides or aspects of something.
  35. 10,835finesseSkillful and subtle handling of a situation; delicate expertise.
  36. 10,836fireballa large, bright ball of fire, especially one caused by an explosion or a meteor.
  37. 10,837firtha narrow inlet or estuary of the sea, especially in Scotland.
  38. 10,838flannela soft woven fabric, typically made of wool or cotton, used for clothing and bedding.
  39. 10,839flossa thin thread used to clean between teeth.
  40. 10,840foreseeto see or know something before it happens; to predict
  41. 10,841franticallyin a desperate, hurried, and anxious manner.
  42. 10,842geothermalrelating to heat produced within the Earth.
  43. 10,843gistthe main point or general meaning of something.
  44. 10,844grievousVery severe or serious; causing great suffering or sorrow.
  45. 10,845handkerchiefa small square piece of cloth used for wiping the face or nose.
  46. 10,846hookupa casual sexual encounter or meeting between two people.
  47. 10,847hopelesslyin a way that offers no hope; completely and utterly.
  48. 10,848horticulturethe science and art of growing fruits, vegetables, flowers, and ornamental plants.
  49. 10,849howla long, loud cry made by a dog, wolf, or person expressing pain, sadness, or strong emotion.
  50. 10,850hydrationThe process of supplying or absorbing adequate water or fluids.
  51. 10,851impunityexemption from punishment or freedom from the injurious consequences of an action.
  52. 10,852infertilitythe condition of being unable to produce children or offspring
  53. 10,853informationalproviding or relating to information; intended to inform.
  54. 10,854insolvencyThe state of being unable to pay one's debts; bankruptcy.
  55. 10,855intermediarya person or organization that acts as a link or go-between for two parties.
  56. 10,856jokinglyin a way that is meant to be funny or not serious; in jest.
  57. 10,857laughableSo ridiculous or absurd that it causes or deserves laughter.
  58. 10,858locusthe central place or position where something occurs or is concentrated.
  59. 10,859makeshiftTemporary and of low quality, used as a substitute when something better is not available.
  60. 10,860marqueea large tent used for outdoor events, or a canopy over the entrance to a building or theatre.
  61. 10,861mathematicallyin a way that relates to or uses mathematics; by means of mathematical reasoning.
  62. 10,862melanomaA serious form of skin cancer that develops from the cells that give skin its color.
  63. 10,863mobilizeto organize or prepare people or resources for active use or action.
  64. 10,864nagto repeatedly criticize or urge someone in an annoying way.
  65. 10,865nativitythe birth of a person, especially the birth of Jesus Christ; a depiction of this event.
  66. 10,866nooka small, sheltered corner or recess in a room or outdoor space.
  67. 10,867nutritiouscontaining many of the substances needed for growth and good health.
  68. 10,868overdrivea state of very high activity or effort beyond normal capacity.
  69. 10,869pantTo breathe quickly with short breaths; a leg of a pair of trousers.
  70. 10,870passoverA major Jewish festival commemorating the liberation of the Israelites from slavery in ancient Egypt.
  71. 10,871penitentiaryA large prison for people convicted of serious crimes.
  72. 10,872perilousFull of danger or risk.
  73. 10,873polytechnican institution of higher education offering instruction in many technical subjects and applied sciences.
  74. 10,874popularlyin a way that is liked or known by many people; commonly.
  75. 10,875possea group of people summoned to assist in law enforcement or pursue a criminal.
  76. 10,876refrigerationthe process of keeping food or other items cold to preserve them.
  77. 10,877renameto give a new name to something or someone.
  78. 10,878repulsiveCausing a strong feeling of disgust or aversion.
  79. 10,879respiteA short period of rest or relief from something difficult or unpleasant.
  80. 10,880saberA heavy cavalry sword with a curved blade.
  81. 10,881sadisticDeriving enjoyment from causing pain or humiliation to others.
  82. 10,882sambaA lively Brazilian dance with African origins, performed to a syncopated rhythm.
  83. 10,883shaggycovered with long, untidy, or unkempt hair or fur.
  84. 10,884sittera person who takes care of children in the absence of their parents; a babysitter.
  85. 10,885slanta slope or diagonal angle; a particular point of view or bias.
  86. 10,886sleeplessunable to sleep; without sleep.
  87. 10,887sluran insulting or offensive remark about a person or group, especially regarding race or identity.
  88. 10,888snowballto grow rapidly in size, intensity, or importance, like a snowball rolling downhill.
  89. 10,889sootheto gently calm or relieve someone's pain, distress, or anxiety
  90. 10,890streamlineto make a system or process simpler and more efficient.
  91. 10,891sulphura yellow non-metallic chemical element found near volcanoes and used in many industrial processes.
  92. 10,892tackyshowing poor taste; cheap or gaudy in appearance.
  93. 10,893terminusthe final stop or end point of a route or journey.
  94. 10,894thawto melt or become unfrozen after being very cold.
  95. 10,895throughputThe amount of material, data, or items processed or produced within a given period of time.
  96. 10,896timelinesschedules showing when tasks or events are planned to happen.
  97. 10,897toutto promote or praise something enthusiastically, often to attract customers or support.
  98. 10,898transnationalextending or operating across multiple national boundaries.
  99. 10,899tripodA three-legged stand used to support a camera or other equipment.
  100. 10,900tulipa cup-shaped spring flower that grows from a bulb, available in many colors.