The 13,101–13,200 most common English words

13,101sporea small reproductive unit produced by fungi, plants, or bacteria, capable of developing into a new organism.
13,102starfisha sea animal with a star-shaped body and usually five arms, found on the ocean floor.
13,103stifleto suppress or prevent something from happening; to make it hard to breathe.
13,104succulentTender and juicy, full of flavor and moisture.
13,105superblyin an excellent or outstandingly impressive manner.
13,106superfluousMore than what is needed or wanted; unnecessary.
13,107swainA young man who is courting a woman; a rustic lover or suitor.
13,108synchronousoccurring at the same time or rate; operating in unison.
13,109tastefulShowing good aesthetic judgment; elegant and not excessive.
13,110telemetryThe process of recording and transmitting data from a remote or inaccessible source to receiving equipment for monitoring.
13,111tenetA principle or belief held by a person or organization.
13,112theologiana person who studies or is an expert in theology, the study of religion and the nature of God.
13,113transcendentalGoing beyond ordinary human experience or understanding; surpassing the physical or material world.
13,114translationalrelating to the process of converting scientific research into practical applications, especially in medicine.
13,115travestya false, absurd, or distorted representation of something; a mockery.
13,116uncomfortablyin a way that causes unease or discomfort
13,117undiscoverednot yet found or known about by others.
13,118unisexDesigned to be suitable for both male and female people.
13,119vanea flat blade that rotates to show wind direction, or one of the blades of a fan or turbine.
13,120vengefulFeeling or showing a strong desire for revenge.
13,121whatnotother similar things that are not worth mentioning individually; miscellaneous items.
13,122whitenessthe quality or state of being white; a pale or white appearance.
13,123wickerSlender, flexible twigs or reeds woven together to make furniture or baskets.
13,124abackBy surprise; in a startled or disconcerted manner (used mainly in 'taken aback').
13,125accuserA person who claims that someone has done something wrong or illegal.
13,126adrenalrelating to the adrenal glands, which are located above the kidneys and produce hormones such as adrenaline.
13,127aloofDistant and unfriendly in manner; not involved or interested.
13,128amuletAn object worn as a charm to ward off evil or bring good luck.
13,129apologeticfeeling or expressing regret or remorse for having done something wrong.
13,130apoptosisThe process of programmed cell death in multicellular organisms.
13,131arcaneKnown or understood by very few people; mysterious or secret.
13,132aristocratA member of the highest social class, typically with inherited wealth and noble titles.
13,133artyMaking a showy display of interest in or appreciation of art; pretentiously artistic.
13,134astrophysicsthe branch of astronomy that applies the laws of physics and chemistry to explain the nature and behavior of celestial objects.
13,135barbershopa shop where a barber cuts and styles men's hair
13,136beanieA small, close-fitting knitted hat with no brim.
13,137behestan authoritative command or order
13,138bookkeepingThe practice of recording financial transactions of a business systematically.
13,139broncoa wild or half-tamed horse of the western United States.
13,140camaraderiea feeling of trust, friendship, and goodwill shared among a group of people.
13,141caskA large barrel-shaped container used for storing liquids, especially alcoholic drinks.
13,142catwalkA narrow raised platform along which fashion models walk to display clothing.
13,143classicallyin a manner that follows traditional or established styles, especially those of ancient Greece or Rome.
13,144clogto block or obstruct a passage so that nothing can flow through it.
13,145confiscationThe official seizure of property by authority.
13,146conscriptionThe compulsory enlistment of people into the armed forces.
13,147cranialrelating to the skull or the part of the skull that encloses the brain.
13,148criminalityThe state or quality of being criminal; involvement in criminal activity.
13,149cyberspaceThe virtual environment in which communication over computer networks occurs.
13,150detachto separate or unfasten something from something else
13,151deterrencethe act of discouraging or preventing an action through fear of consequences.
13,152dielectricA non-conducting substance that can support an electric field without conducting current.
13,153distastefulCausing dislike or disgust; unpleasant or offensive.
13,154druida member of an ancient Celtic priestly class known for nature worship and sacred rituals.
13,155dudSomething that fails to work or perform as expected; a failure or defective item.
13,156duveta soft thick bed covering filled with feathers or synthetic material.
13,157ejectto force or throw someone or something out suddenly.
13,158ellAn old unit of measurement for cloth, roughly 45 inches in England.
13,159endogenousoriginating or produced from within an organism or system.
13,160enforcera person or thing that compels observance of laws or rules
13,161ephemerallasting for a very short time; transitory.
13,162eponymousNamed after a particular person or giving one's name to something.
13,163ethnographicrelating to the scientific description of peoples and cultures and their customs and habits.
13,164extracurricularRelating to activities done outside of regular school lessons or the main curriculum.
13,165farawaySituated at a great distance; remote or distant in space or thought.
13,166fleshyHaving a soft, thick, and full texture resembling flesh; plump and juicy.
13,167fluctuateto rise and fall irregularly; to change back and forth.
13,168footpatha narrow path or track intended for people walking.
13,169forerunnera person or thing that comes before and signals the arrival of something else; a predecessor or precursor.
13,170forgoto go without or give up something willingly
13,171freercomparative form of 'free'; having more freedom or fewer restrictions.
13,172frontageThe part of a building or plot of land that faces or borders a road, river, or other feature.
13,173frustrateto prevent someone from achieving a goal; to cause feelings of annoyance or discouragement.
13,174fryerA deep container or appliance used for frying food in hot oil.
13,175gara freshwater fish with a long body and sharp, beak-like jaws.
13,176genomicsthe branch of science concerned with the structure, function, and mapping of genomes.
13,177goofa silly mistake or blunder
13,178grandadan informal word for grandfather.
13,179hippocampusA seahorse-shaped region deep in the brain that is essential for forming and storing memories.
13,180hootsomeone or something that is very funny or amusing
13,181humanismA system of thought that centers on human values, dignity, and rational inquiry rather than religious doctrine.
13,182incarnateembodied in flesh or human form; being the living embodiment of a quality.
13,183incomparableSo outstanding that no comparison is possible; matchless.
13,184informera person who secretly gives information about someone to the police or authorities
13,185infrequentnot happening often; rare
13,186infringeto act in a way that breaks a rule or law, or violates someone's rights.
13,187ingestionThe process of taking food, drink, or another substance into the body by swallowing.
13,188internmentthe state of being confined or imprisoned, especially during a war for political or military reasons.
13,189juggernautan overwhelming force or large powerful entity that crushes everything in its way.
13,190lacklusterLacking brightness, energy, or excitement; dull and uninspiring.
13,191largoAt a very slow and broad tempo (used as a musical direction).
13,192larvaThe early, wingless, and often worm-like stage of an insect's life cycle before it becomes an adult.
13,193lintSmall fibers, fluff, or bits of thread that collect on fabric or in a clothes dryer.
13,194lividExtremely angry; furious.
13,195loona large diving bird known for its haunting, wailing cry, found on northern lakes.
13,196lowlandLow-lying flat land, usually near a river or coast.
13,197lusciousHaving a rich, sweet taste or smell that is highly pleasing; very attractive.
13,198luxeluxury; a quality of being elegant, rich, and expensive.
13,199mainframeA large, powerful central computer used by organizations to handle massive amounts of data.
13,200mangera long open box or trough from which horses or cattle eat.