The 15,901–16,000 most common English words

1. 15,901preservativea substance added to food or other products to prevent decay or spoilage.
2. 15,902prioritiseto treat something as more important than other things and deal with it first.
3. 15,903proprietyconformity to what is socially acceptable in conduct or speech; correctness of behavior.
4. 15,904provisionallyin a way that is arranged for the present time but may be changed later; temporarily.
5. 15,905rejuvenationThe process of making someone feel or look younger, fresher, or more energetic.
6. 15,906resectionThe surgical removal of part of an organ or tissue.
7. 15,907ruffleto disturb the smoothness or calmness of something; to cause slight agitation.
8. 15,908sarcophagusA stone coffin, often decorated, used in ancient times to hold a body.
9. 15,909sarina highly toxic synthetic organophosphorus compound used as a chemical warfare nerve agent.
10. 15,910scaba person who works while others are on strike; also a crust that forms over a healing wound.
11. 15,911scootto move quickly or slide oneself a short distance.
12. 15,912scratchyhaving a rough surface that causes irritation or discomfort when touched.
13. 15,913scufflea short, confused fight or struggle at close quarters.
14. 15,914secedeto formally withdraw from a federation, organization, or alliance.
15. 15,915seepto flow or leak slowly through small holes or gaps.
16. 15,916sensuousRelating to or appealing to the senses in a rich and pleasing way.
17. 15,917shavera device used for shaving hair, especially from the face; also an informal word for a young boy.
18. 15,918showyAttractively or impressively bright or elaborate; designed to attract attention.
19. 15,919sideboardA piece of dining room furniture with a flat top and cupboards or drawers below, used for storing dishes and serving food.
20. 15,920sillinessthe quality of being silly; foolish or absurd behavior.
21. 15,921skyrocketto rise or increase very rapidly and steeply.
22. 15,922spatea large number of similar things or events happening in quick succession.
23. 15,923stealthyActing in a quiet and secret way to avoid being noticed.
24. 15,924storybookresembling or suitable for a fairy tale; ideally perfect and happy
25. 15,925strobea lamp that produces rapid, repeated flashes of bright light.
26. 15,926subductionThe process by which one tectonic plate moves under another and sinks into the mantle.
27. 15,927submersibledesigned to operate or be used underwater
28. 15,928suburbiathe suburbs considered as a whole; the lifestyle and culture associated with suburban areas.
29. 15,929superlativeof the highest quality or degree; surpassing all others.
30. 15,930technologistA person who is expert in or works with technology, especially in a specific field.
31. 15,931terrorizeTo cause someone to feel extreme fear, especially over a period of time.
32. 15,932thoriumA radioactive metallic element with atomic number 90, sometimes used as a nuclear fuel.
33. 15,933tomboyA girl who enjoys activities or behaviors traditionally considered typical of boys.
34. 15,934tricyclea three-wheeled vehicle propelled by pedals, especially one used by young children
35. 15,935unalterednot changed or modified; remaining in its original state.
36. 15,936unapologeticnot acknowledging or expressing regret; showing no remorse or apology.
37. 15,937unclassifiedNot assigned to a secret or restricted category; available for general access.
38. 15,938uncoolNot fashionable, impressive, or socially acceptable; embarrassing or awkward.
39. 15,939unfavourablenot positive or helpful; likely to cause problems or disadvantage.
40. 15,940unlovedNot receiving love or affection; neglected or unwanted.
41. 15,941unsightlyUnpleasant or ugly to look at.
42. 15,942uptickA small increase or upward trend, especially in a quantity or rate.
43. 15,943urchina mischievous or raggedly dressed young child, especially one living on the streets.
44. 15,944vandalA person who deliberately destroys or damages property belonging to others.
45. 15,945viseA tool with two jaws that can be tightened to hold an object firmly in place while it is worked on.
46. 15,946watertightSo perfectly constructed that no flaws, leaks, or loopholes can get through.
47. 15,947whereforethe reason or cause for something; why something is done or decided.
48. 15,948wildflowersflowers that grow naturally in the wild without being planted or cultivated by people.
49. 15,949windwardfacing or situated on the side from which the wind is blowing.
50. 15,950woka large, round-bottomed cooking pan used in Chinese cuisine for frying, stir-frying, or steaming.
51. 15,951woodcockA plump, long-billed woodland bird hunted as game.
52. 15,952accretionthe process of growth or increase by gradual accumulation of layers or matter.
53. 15,953activatora substance or person that causes something to become active or more active.
54. 15,954afreshIn a new or different way; again from the beginning.
55. 15,955annularRing-shaped or forming a ring.
56. 15,956appreciablelarge or noticeable enough to be measured or perceived.
57. 15,957associativerelating to or involving the process of forming mental connections between ideas, memories, or concepts.
58. 15,958assuredlycertainly; without any doubt
59. 15,959atherosclerosisA disease in which fatty deposits build up inside artery walls, causing them to harden and narrow.
60. 15,960auralrelating to the ear or the sense of hearing
61. 15,961automakerscompanies that manufacture automobiles.
62. 15,962backroomhappening secretly or behind the scenes, away from public view.
63. 15,963barracudaa large, predatory tropical fish with a long body and sharp teeth.
64. 15,964benevolencethe quality of being kind, generous, and well-meaning toward others.
65. 15,965blimpa non-rigid airship or dirigible, typically used for advertising or surveillance.
66. 15,966bodyworkThe metal outer structure or shell of a vehicle, or the work done to repair it.
67. 15,967bondholdersPeople or institutions that own bonds issued by a government or corporation and are owed regular interest payments.
68. 15,968bookcaseA piece of furniture with shelves for storing books.
69. 15,969brackenA type of large, coarse fern that grows densely on hillsides and in woodlands.
70. 15,970bridleto control or restrain a feeling or reaction.
71. 15,971castrationThe removal or destruction of the testicles or ovaries, eliminating reproductive ability.
72. 15,972caudalRelating to or situated at or near the tail end of the body.
73. 15,973chowderA thick, creamy soup usually made with seafood, vegetables, and milk or cream.
74. 15,974collarboneThe bone that connects the shoulder blade to the breastbone; the clavicle.
75. 15,975colonizeto establish control over a place and settle it with one's own people.
76. 15,976condolenceAn expression of sympathy and sorrow for someone who is grieving.
77. 15,977constructivelyin a way that is useful, helpful, and intended to improve something
78. 15,978crackleto make a rapid series of short, sharp popping or snapping sounds.
79. 15,979crematoriumA place or furnace where dead bodies are burned to ashes.
80. 15,980croissantA flaky, buttery, crescent-shaped pastry of French origin.
81. 15,981cryogenicrelating to or involving very low temperatures, typically below -150°C.
82. 15,982dallyto waste time or act slowly; to delay or linger.
83. 15,983decontaminationthe process of removing harmful substances such as chemicals or radiation from a person, object, or place.
84. 15,984demonstrablyin a way that can be clearly shown or proved
85. 15,985devolveto pass down or transfer duties, power, or responsibility to a lower level or another person.
86. 15,986diffusera device that spreads light, air, or fragrance gently over a wide area.
87. 15,987dupeto deceive or trick someone into believing something false or doing something against their interests.
88. 15,988dustera cloth or brush used for removing dust from surfaces.
89. 15,989eateryA small, informal restaurant or place where food is served.
90. 15,990elongateto make or become longer in shape.
91. 15,991eludeto escape from or avoid someone or something by being clever or quick.
92. 15,992embattledfacing strong opposition, difficulties, or repeated attacks.
93. 15,993encephalitisinflammation of the brain, usually caused by a viral infection.
94. 15,994esplanadea long, open, level area for walking, typically beside the sea or a river.
95. 15,995etchto cut or engrave a design into a surface using acid or a sharp tool.
96. 15,996favoritismthe practice of giving unfair preferential treatment to one person or group over others.
97. 15,997ferventlyWith intense passion or enthusiasm; in a deeply earnest way.
98. 15,998feudalismA political and social system in which land is exchanged for military service and loyalty, with lords ruling over peasants.
99. 15,999fireproofresistant to or protected from damage by fire.
100. 16,000flounderto struggle or move clumsily; to be in serious difficulty without knowing what to do.