The 11,501–11,600 most common English words

11,501inhalationthe act of breathing in air or another substance into the lungs
11,502intoxicationThe state of being affected by alcohol or drugs to the point of losing control.
11,503lasagnaAn Italian baked dish made of layered pasta sheets, meat or vegetables, and cheese sauce.
11,504leafleta small printed sheet or booklet giving information or advertising something.
11,505mcintoshA variety of red apple with tender white flesh and a slightly tart flavor, originally cultivated in Canada.
11,506mediocrityThe quality of being average or of only moderate ability or quality; the state of not being very good.
11,507midwesternrelating to or characteristic of the Midwest region of the United States.
11,508moatA deep, wide ditch dug around a castle or fortress, usually filled with water, as a defence against attack.
11,509mouthpiecea person or publication that expresses the opinions of another person or organization.
11,510muckdirt, mud, or any filthy substance; messy or unpleasant matter.
11,511murkyDark and dirty; not clear or transparent.
11,512neonatalrelating to newborn infants, especially in the first four weeks after birth.
11,513neuronalrelating to neurons or nerve cells.
11,514neutralizeto make something ineffective or harmless by counteracting its effect.
11,515nickelodeonan early type of movie theater or jukebox that charged a nickel for admission or a song.
11,516omenA sign or event believed to foretell good or evil in the future.
11,517orallyby mouth; spoken rather than written.
11,518overpricedCosting more than something is worth; too expensive.
11,519palleta flat wooden platform used for storing or moving goods.
11,520patriarchyA social system in which men hold primary power and dominate in roles of political leadership, moral authority, and social privilege.
11,521pedagogyThe method, practice, or theory of teaching.
11,522philanthropistA person who seeks to promote the welfare of others, especially by donating money to good causes.
11,523piedmontan area of land at the base of a mountain or mountain range.
11,524pintoHaving patches of two or more colors; a horse with irregular patches of white and another color.
11,525predictora factor or variable that helps forecast or indicate a future result
11,526qingThe last imperial dynasty of China, reigning from 1644 to 1912, also known as the Manchu dynasty.
11,527readershipthe readers of a particular publication, considered as a group.
11,528relinquishto voluntarily give up or surrender something, such as a right, position, or possession.
11,529resoluteAdmirably determined and unwavering in purpose or belief.
11,530retainera fee paid in advance to secure someone's services, or a device that holds something in place.
11,531salientMost noticeable or important; standing out prominently.
11,532schematicA simplified diagram showing the structure or plan of something, especially a technical system.
11,533scorelesshaving no points or goals scored by either side.
11,534seawaterwater from the sea, typically salty and containing dissolved minerals.
11,535secsinformal plural of 'second'; very short units of time
11,536sentientAble to perceive or feel things; having conscious awareness.
11,537separatista person who supports the separation of a group from a larger body, especially for political or religious independence.
11,538serba person from Serbia, or relating to the Serbian people and their language and culture.
11,539serbsthe people of Serbia, a nation in the Balkans of southeastern Europe.
11,540sikhsfollowers of Sikhism, a monotheistic religion founded in the Punjab region of South Asia in the 15th century.
11,541snippeta small piece or brief extract of something, such as text, audio, or information.
11,542spokeswomanA woman who speaks officially on behalf of a group or organization.
11,543spotlessperfectly clean; free from any dirt or stains.
11,544stockpileto accumulate and store a large supply of something for future use
11,545strenuousrequiring or using great effort or energy
11,546strikinglyin a way that is very noticeable or impressive
11,547surchargean extra charge added on top of the usual price or fee.
11,548tarotA set of cards used for fortune-telling or divination, typically featuring symbolic imagery.
11,549tungstena hard, dense metallic element with a very high melting point, used in light bulb filaments and cutting tools.
11,550unharmednot hurt or damaged; safe and without injury.
11,551unilaterallydone by or affecting only one side or party, without the agreement of others.
11,552unintentionalNot done on purpose; happening without intention.
11,553unspeakabletoo extreme or terrible to be expressed in words.
11,554untimelyhappening too soon or at an inappropriate time
11,555wondrousinspiring a feeling of wonder or amazement; marvelous.
11,556workableable to be used or carried out in practice; practical and feasible.
11,557wrinklea small line or fold in skin or fabric caused by aging, pressure, or repeated movement.
11,558yaka large, long-haired ox native to the Himalayas and Central Asia, often used as a pack animal.
11,559abundantlyin large quantities; more than enough; plentifully
11,560acknowledgmentrecognition or notice given to someone for something they have done.
11,561adorationdeep love and reverence for someone or something.
11,562affectionatelyin a way that shows fondness or tender feelings toward someone
11,563afflictiona condition of pain, suffering, or distress.
11,564armageddona catastrophic, world-ending conflict or disaster; total destruction.
11,565backfireto produce the opposite of the intended result; to go wrong in a way that harms the person who made the plan.
11,566bethela place of worship, especially a chapel for sailors or nonconformists.
11,567bookshopa shop where books are sold.
11,568botoxa purified toxin injected into muscles to temporarily reduce wrinkles or treat certain medical conditions.
11,569caregivera person who looks after a child, elderly person, or someone who is ill
11,570chesterfielda large, overstuffed sofa with padded arms and back of the same height.
11,571contraceptivea device, drug, or method used to prevent pregnancy.
11,572conversationalHaving the informal, relaxed tone typical of ordinary conversation.
11,573corrosiveCausing gradual destruction or damage, especially by chemical action.
11,574counterpointa technique in music where two or more independent melodies are played simultaneously in harmony; more broadly, something that contrasts with or complements another thing.
11,575cowardicelack of courage; the quality of being too afraid to do what is right or necessary.
11,576crushera machine or person that crushes something by applying heavy force.
11,577cyclopsa giant one-eyed creature from Greek mythology.
11,578dahla thick South Asian dish made from cooked lentils or other pulses, often seasoned with spices.
11,579dillA feathery herb with a mild anise-like flavor, used in cooking and pickling.
11,580discontinueto stop doing or providing something permanently
11,581diseasedaffected by disease; sick or unhealthy
11,582disgruntledAngry or dissatisfied, especially due to feeling unfairly treated.
11,583dispenseto distribute or provide something, especially in measured amounts.
11,584disqualificationthe act of being declared ineligible or unfit to participate in something, often due to a rule violation.
11,585dizzinessa sensation of spinning or losing one's balance; lightheadedness.
11,586enigmaticMysterious and difficult to understand or interpret.
11,587esquireA title of courtesy placed after a man's name, especially used for lawyers in the United States.
11,588ethicallyin a way that is morally right and follows accepted principles of good behavior.
11,589exhaleto breathe out air from the lungs
11,590fissionThe splitting of an atomic nucleus into smaller parts, releasing a large amount of energy.
11,591flurrya short sudden burst of activity, excitement, or a small amount of something happening at once.
11,592folioA large sheet of paper folded once to make two leaves, or a book made of such sheets; also a page number in a book.
11,593francA unit of currency used in Switzerland and formerly in France and other countries.
11,594frugalCareful about spending money or using resources; not wasteful.
11,595galorein large numbers or amounts; in abundance (always placed after the noun it modifies).
11,596gestapoA secret police force known for brutal and oppressive methods; originally the secret state police of Nazi Germany.
11,597glimmera faint or unsteady light; a small sign of something.
11,598goonA hired thug or foolish person used to carry out rough or violent tasks.
11,599gullya narrow channel or ditch worn by running water, especially on a hillside.
11,600gurneya flat, wheeled stretcher used to transport patients in a hospital or by emergency services.