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