The 13,001–13,100 most common English words

13,001blissfulExtremely happy and full of joy.
13,002blistera small bubble on the skin filled with fluid, caused by friction or burning.
13,003blockagesomething that blocks or obstructs a passage or channel
13,004bloodbathan event involving a great deal of bloodshed or killing; a massacre.
13,005bowera shady shelter or recess made by trees or climbing plants.
13,006buggerA mild exclamation of annoyance or frustration (British informal).
13,007buoya floating object anchored in water to mark a location or warn of hazards.
13,008campaignera person who organizes or takes part in a campaign, especially for a social or political cause.
13,009chalicea large cup or goblet, typically used in religious ceremonies.
13,010colorectalRelating to or affecting the colon and rectum.
13,011commendationformal praise or an official award given to recognize someone's achievement or good action.
13,012consignmenta batch of goods sent or delivered to someone, often for sale on behalf of the owner.
13,013conundrumA confusing or difficult problem or question that is hard to solve.
13,014courseworkWork that students complete as part of a course, counted toward their final grade.
13,015covenA group or gathering of witches.
13,016criminologyThe scientific study of crime, its causes, and criminal behavior.
13,017doggiean informal or childish word for a dog.
13,018duchya territory ruled by a duke or duchess
13,019ecumenicalrepresenting or promoting unity among different Christian churches or, more broadly, among world religions.
13,020electrificationthe process of converting something to use electric power.
13,021endothelialRelating to the thin layer of cells that lines the inner surface of blood vessels and other body cavities.
13,022episodicoccurring as separate, distinct episodes rather than as a continuous whole.
13,023expirythe end of a period of validity; the time when something runs out or becomes no longer usable.
13,024extremitya limb of the body, especially a hand or foot; or the furthest point of something.
13,025faithfulnessthe quality of being loyal, reliable, and true to one's word or commitments.
13,026femurThe bone of the upper leg, connecting the hip to the knee.
13,027fowlA bird, especially one kept for its eggs or meat, such as a chicken, duck, or turkey.
13,028foxyattractively clever or cunning; also used to mean sexually attractive.
13,029freelancera self-employed person who sells their services to multiple clients without a long-term contract
13,030fundraisersevents or campaigns organized to collect money for a cause or organization.
13,031gelatinA clear, tasteless substance made from animal bones and used to set foods like jellies.
13,032gestationthe process of carrying young in the womb from conception to birth; also, the development of a plan or idea over time.
13,033guillotinea device with a heavy blade used to behead a person as a form of execution.
13,034gulla seabird with long wings, webbed feet, and usually white and grey plumage; a seagull.
13,035gustoenthusiastic enjoyment and energy when doing something.
13,036halfbacka player in football or similar sports who plays behind the forwards and in front of the fullbacks.
13,037handouta sheet of printed information distributed to people, especially in a class or meeting.
13,038headbanda strip of fabric or elastic worn around the head to hold hair back or absorb sweat.
13,039hereticA person who holds beliefs that strongly oppose accepted religious doctrine.
13,040herniaA condition in which an internal organ pushes through a weak spot in the surrounding muscle or tissue.
13,041hippya person, especially in the 1960s and 1970s, who rejected conventional society and advocated peace, love, and freedom.
13,042hummusA thick paste or dip made from blended chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, and garlic.
13,043ideologicallyin a way that relates to a system of ideas or beliefs, especially political ones.
13,044indiscriminatedone without careful judgment; not making distinctions between different people or things.
13,045individualismthe belief that personal independence and self-reliance are more important than group conformity.
13,046infernalExtremely annoying or troublesome; relating to hell or the underworld.
13,047infrequentlynot often; rarely
13,048instillto gradually introduce a feeling, idea, or principle into someone's mind.
13,049invalidateTo make something no longer legally or officially valid; to prove something is wrong or worthless.
13,050jazzyBright, showy, or lively in style; resembling or influenced by jazz music.
13,051kingpinthe most important or influential person in an organization or group, especially a criminal one.
13,052kioska small, open-fronted booth or stall where goods or services are sold.
13,053leprosyA chronic infectious disease caused by bacteria, affecting the skin and nerves and historically causing disfigurement.
13,054lispa speech defect in which 's' and 'z' sounds are pronounced as 'th'.
13,055locusta type of grasshopper that travels in large groups and destroys vegetation.
13,056looneyInformal word meaning crazy or foolish.
13,057malleta hammer with a large, usually wooden head, used for driving chisels or hitting surfaces without causing damage.
13,058metastaticRelating to or affected by metastasis; describing cancer that has spread from its original site to other parts of the body.
13,059mewa thin, high-pitched cry made by a cat or kitten.
13,060militarilyin a way that relates to soldiers, armed forces, or warfare.
13,061mishapan unlucky accident or minor misfortune
13,062molassesA thick, dark syrup produced during the refining of sugarcane or sugar beets.
13,063monolithicformed of a single large block; massive, uniform, and resistant to change.
13,064mystiqueAn air of mystery, charm, or special power that makes someone or something fascinating and impressive.
13,065narcotica drug that dulls the senses, relieves pain, and can cause addiction.
13,066nefariousWicked, criminal, or morally very wrong.
13,067nixto put a stop to something; to refuse or cancel
13,068normalizeto make something standard, usual, or acceptable.
13,069nucleotidea basic structural unit of nucleic acids, composed of a sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base.
13,070outboundtraveling away from a place, especially toward the outside or a destination.
13,071overallsA one-piece garment with a bib front and shoulder straps, worn over clothes to protect them.
13,072pantomimeA form of performance that uses gestures and facial expressions instead of speech to convey meaning.
13,073peacetimea period when a country is not at war.
13,074pesoThe basic monetary unit of several Latin American countries and the Philippines.
13,075pitaa type of flat, round bread from the Middle East, often used to make sandwiches or scooped with dips.
13,076playtimea period of time set aside for play or recreation, especially for children.
13,077portagethe act of carrying a boat or its cargo overland between two navigable waters.
13,078positionalrelating to or determined by position or location.
13,079postcodeA group of letters and numbers used to identify a specific postal district for mail delivery.
13,080predictablyin a way that happens as expected, without surprise
13,081progenyoffspring; descendants of a person, animal, or plant.
13,082pushyUnpleasantly aggressive in trying to get what one wants.
13,083quellto put an end to something, especially by using force or authority; to suppress or calm.
13,084racecourseA track or course where horse races are held.
13,085rainwaterwater that has fallen as rain.
13,086reflectorA device or surface that reflects light, heat, or sound back toward its source or in a desired direction.
13,087regimentalrelating to or characteristic of a military regiment.
13,088rehabilitateTo restore someone to a good condition or normal life through training and therapy.
13,089rereadto read something again
13,090rigorouslyin a very thorough, careful, and strict manner
13,091roostto settle or sleep in a high place, as birds do at night
13,092savoryHaving a pleasant, salty or spicy flavor rather than sweet.
13,093sharda sharp, broken piece of glass, pottery, or similar material.
13,094sieveA utensil with a mesh or perforated bottom used to separate fine particles from coarser ones, or to drain liquid.
13,095sillthe horizontal ledge at the bottom of a window or door frame
13,096silveryHaving the appearance or shine of silver; bright and pale with a soft glow.
13,097snapperA type of edible fish with a firm texture, often found in warm ocean waters.
13,098soloistA performer who plays or sings alone, without accompaniment or as the featured individual in a group performance.
13,099sorenessa feeling of pain or aching in part of the body, often from physical exertion or injury.
13,100sphinxa mythical creature with a human head and a lion's body, or a mysterious, enigmatic person.