The 12,401–12,500 most common English words

12,401flaxa plant with blue flowers whose stems are used to make linen and whose seeds yield oil.
12,402fractionalrelating to or constituting a small or incomplete part of a whole.
12,403freightera large ship or aircraft designed to carry cargo or goods.
12,404glorifyTo describe or present something as admirable or wonderful, often more so than it really is.
12,405heartwarmingcausing a feeling of happiness and affection; emotionally touching in a positive way.
12,406hissa sharp 's' sound made by forcing air through the teeth or lips, often expressing anger or disapproval.
12,407holographicrelating to or made by holography; appearing as a three-dimensional image created by laser light.
12,408impedimentsomething that hinders or obstructs progress.
12,409importationthe act of bringing goods into a country from abroad for sale or use.
12,410inactivitythe state of doing nothing or not being active.
12,411incendiaryDesigned to cause fires or stir up strong emotion; inflammatory.
12,412insistentDemanding firmly and repeatedly; not willing to accept refusal.
12,413intelligentlyin a way that shows good thinking, understanding, or clever judgment
12,414intermittentlyoccurring at irregular intervals; not continuously.
12,415jaga period of uncontrolled indulgence in an activity, especially drinking.
12,416leisurelyDone in a relaxed, unhurried manner; without rush.
12,417liganda molecule, ion, or atom that binds to a central metal atom or a biological receptor.
12,418liturgicalrelating to liturgy or formal public worship.
12,419lubricanta substance used to reduce friction between moving surfaces.
12,420macroeconomicrelating to the large-scale workings of a national or global economy as a whole.
12,421masqueradea pretense or disguise; a false show intended to deceive.
12,422materialismthe belief that possessing material goods and wealth is the most important goal in life.
12,423meagerVery small in amount; not enough.
12,424melodramaA style of drama or behavior characterized by exaggerated emotions and sensational events.
12,425miniona follower who obeys orders without question; a subordinate servant.
12,426mornThe early part of the day; morning (poetic or literary).
12,427motherlandThe country where a person was born or feels a strong sense of belonging.
12,428narcissismExcessive admiration of oneself; self-centeredness focused on one's own appearance or importance.
12,429observantQuick to notice things; paying close attention to what is happening around you.
12,430ostricha large flightless bird native to Africa, known for its speed and long neck.
12,431overcastcovered with clouds; cloudy and dull.
12,432paragona person or thing regarded as a perfect example of a quality.
12,433parochialHaving a limited or narrow outlook, concerned only with local matters.
12,434persistentlyIn a way that continues firmly despite difficulty or opposition; repeatedly and without giving up.
12,435phenotypeThe set of observable physical characteristics of an organism, resulting from the interaction of its genes and environment.
12,436planktonmicroscopic organisms that drift or float in bodies of water and form the base of aquatic food chains.
12,437puntera person who gambles or places a bet, especially on a sporting event; also informally used to mean a customer or ordinary person.
12,438quarkA fundamental subatomic particle that combines with others to form hadrons such as protons and neutrons.
12,439redactedhaving had sensitive or private information removed or blacked out before publication.
12,440renovateto repair and improve something, especially a building, so that it is in good condition again.
12,441respirationThe process of breathing; the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide in living organisms.
12,442ruffA stiff, pleated or frilled collar worn in the 16th and 17th centuries.
12,443rumpthe hindquarters or buttocks of an animal or person.
12,444secondhandPreviously owned or used by someone else; not new.
12,445shiverto shake slightly, especially because of cold or fear.
12,446smoga form of air pollution consisting of smoke and fog mixed together, common in cities.
12,447smoothiesthick, creamy drinks made by blending fruit, vegetables, or other ingredients together.
12,448somberDark, gloomy, or serious in tone or mood.
12,449splendorImpressive and dazzling beauty; magnificent grandeur.
12,450springtimethe season of spring; the period of the year when plants begin to grow and the weather becomes warmer.
12,451sprinklera device that sprays water in small drops over an area, used for watering plants or extinguishing fires.
12,452standstilla state in which all movement or activity has stopped completely.
12,453subunita distinct component that forms part of a larger unit or structure.
12,454suffixA letter or group of letters added to the end of a word to change or add to its meaning.
12,455swedea round root vegetable with yellow flesh and a purple-green skin, commonly used in cooking.
12,456sweepstakesA contest in which winners are chosen by chance from among all entries.
12,457teenyVery small; tiny.
12,458thoracicRelating to the thorax, the part of the body between the neck and the abdomen.
12,459tremora slight shaking or quivering movement, often caused by an earthquake or strong emotion.
12,460twisteran informal word for a tornado; a violently rotating column of air that moves across the ground.
12,461unannouncedwithout any prior notice or warning.
12,462undividedComplete and not split among other things; whole and focused entirely on one thing.
12,463unsatisfactorynot good enough; failing to meet expectations or requirements.
12,464unskilledLacking special training, knowledge, or ability needed for a particular task.
12,465unwrittenNot formally recorded or stated; based on custom or tradition rather than explicit rules.
12,466utilitariandesigned to be useful and practical rather than attractive or luxurious.
12,467vehicularof, relating to, or intended for vehicles.
12,468weightliftinga sport or exercise in which a person lifts heavy barbells or weights as a competitive or fitness activity.
12,469wheyThe watery liquid that remains after milk has been curdled and strained during cheese-making.
12,470willpowerThe ability to control one's own actions, emotions, or urges through self-discipline.
12,471woollyMade of or resembling wool; soft, thick, and fluffy.
12,472zigTo make a sharp change of direction, typically to one side, as part of a zigzag movement.
12,473acquittalA formal declaration in a court of law that someone is not guilty of a crime.
12,474acupunctureA traditional medical practice in which thin needles are inserted into specific points on the body to treat pain or illness.
12,475anvilA heavy iron block on which heated metals are hammered and shaped.
12,476armamentweapons and other military equipment used for war or defense.
12,477belligerentHostile and aggressive; eager to argue or fight.
12,478bookmarka strip of card, paper, or other material used to mark one's place in a book.
12,479botanicrelating to botany or the scientific study of plants.
12,480boundlesshaving no limits or boundaries; infinite.
12,481broochA decorative pin or clasp fastened to clothing.
12,482buntingstrips of cloth or flags used as festive decoration.
12,483cabalA small group of people who plot secretly, especially for political purposes.
12,484cadrea small group of trained or experienced people forming the core of a larger organization.
12,485campgroundan outdoor area where people camp, usually with basic facilities such as toilets and fire pits.
12,486causewaya raised road or path across water or low ground.
12,487cleavera heavy, broad-bladed knife or chopping tool used especially by butchers.
12,488coexistto exist together at the same time or in the same place
12,489coinagethe system or process of producing coins; coined money collectively.
12,490consummateshowing great skill and expertise; perfect or complete in every way.
12,491conveneto come together or gather for a meeting or formal assembly.
12,492crampa sudden, painful involuntary tightening of a muscle.
12,493decadentcharacterized by excessive indulgence in pleasure or luxury; self-indulgently rich.
12,494decoyA person or object used to lure others into a trap or toward a desired location.
12,495derivationthe origin or development of something, especially a word from another language or source.
12,496detectableAble to be noticed, discovered, or measured.
12,497discreetlyIn a careful and cautious way, avoiding drawing attention or causing embarrassment.
12,498dredgeTo clear or deepen a body of water by scooping out mud, sediment, or debris from the bottom.
12,499droolTo let saliva flow from the mouth, often due to hunger or excitement.
12,500ebbto gradually decrease or decline in strength or intensity