The 16,101–16,200 most common English words

16,101apologistA person who offers arguments in defense or justification of a belief, policy, or institution.
16,102archeologyThe scientific study of human history through excavation of sites and analysis of artifacts.
16,103astrologicalrelating to astrology, the study of how celestial bodies are believed to influence human affairs.
16,104augerA tool with a helical bit used for boring holes in wood or other materials.
16,105babbleto talk rapidly and continuously in a foolish or meaningless way.
16,106barmanA man who serves drinks behind a bar; a bartender.
16,107beachfrontlocated directly on or facing a beach
16,108chalkboardA dark-colored board used in classrooms for writing with chalk.
16,109comicallyin a way that is funny or amusing, often in an absurd or ridiculous manner.
16,110controversiallyin a way that causes strong disagreement or public debate
16,111credoA statement of the beliefs or aims that guide someone's actions; a creed.
16,112critteran informal word for a small animal or creature.
16,113cytoplasmThe gel-like substance inside a cell, excluding the nucleus, in which organelles are suspended.
16,114deadbeata person who avoids paying debts or fulfilling financial responsibilities.
16,115debaucheryexcessive indulgence in sensual pleasures; wild and immoral behavior.
16,116decrepitWorn out or ruined because of age or neglect; in poor condition.
16,117democratizationthe process of making something accessible to everyone, or of introducing democratic principles to a system or country.
16,118dwellera person or animal that lives in a specified place
16,119dynasticrelating to a dynasty or succession of rulers from the same family.
16,120elanenthusiastic energy and style; vivid, spirited confidence in manner.
16,121embarrassinglyin a way that causes shame or awkward self-consciousness.
16,122embolisma blockage in a blood vessel caused by a clot or other material carried through the bloodstream.
16,123encloseto include something inside a letter, package, or enclosed space.
16,124entreethe main course of a meal.
16,125enzymaticrelating to or caused by enzymes
16,126esophagealrelating to the esophagus, the muscular tube connecting the throat to the stomach.
16,127flavoringa substance added to food or drink to give it a particular taste or smell.
16,128flirtatiousBehaving in a playful, romantic way to show attraction without serious intent.
16,129fluea pipe or channel in a chimney that carries smoke and gases from a fire to the outside.
16,130gatherera person who collects or brings together things, especially food from the wild.
16,131generativeHaving the ability to produce, create, or originate something new.
16,132gentlenessthe quality of being kind, calm, and soft in manner.
16,133gnarlyDifficult, dangerous, or unpleasant; also used informally to mean impressive or excellent.
16,134gnosticrelating to knowledge, especially esoteric spiritual knowledge claimed to provide divine truth.
16,135greenbeltAn area of open land around a city where building is restricted, preserved for parks, agriculture, or natural habitat.
16,136haphazardlacking any obvious plan, order, or direction; random.
16,137headlinersThe main or most prominent performers at an event or show.
16,138huckto throw or toss something with force or carelessness.
16,139hypersensitivityan extreme or exaggerated reaction of the body or mind to a substance or stimulus
16,140inaccuracya mistake or error; the quality of being not correct or exact.
16,141inadmissibleNot allowed or accepted, especially as evidence in a legal proceeding.
16,142indecisionthe state of being unable to make a decision; hesitation between choices.
16,143indomitableImpossible to subdue or defeat; unconquerable.
16,144infidela person who does not believe in a particular religion, especially as viewed by those who do.
16,145inseminationthe introduction of semen into the reproductive tract of a female, naturally or artificially, to achieve fertilization.
16,146intelligibleable to be understood; clear enough to comprehend.
16,147irrevocablyin a way that cannot be changed, reversed, or recovered; permanently.
16,148jurisdictionalrelating to the official power or authority to make legal decisions within a particular area or system.
16,149kidnapperA person who illegally takes someone by force and holds them, usually to demand a ransom.
16,150lapelThe folded flap of fabric on the front of a jacket or coat that is folded back against the chest.
16,151lichena small, flat plant-like organism made of fungus and algae living together, often found growing on rocks or trees.
16,152litmusA test that uses a single factor to make a decisive judgment about something.
16,153magnificentlyin a splendid, impressively grand manner.
16,154magnifyto make something appear larger than it is, especially using a lens or microscope; to increase the importance or intensity of something.
16,155marquesbrands or makes of a product, especially cars.
16,156matadorA bullfighter who performs the final stage of a bullfight and kills the bull.
16,157meniscusThe curved surface of a liquid in a container, caused by surface tension.
16,158menthola minty compound found in peppermint oil, used to give a cooling sensation in food, medicine, and cosmetics.
16,159methodicallyin a systematic and orderly way, following a careful plan.
16,160mightilywith great effort, strength, or intensity
16,161misoa thick paste made from fermented soybeans, used especially in Japanese cooking.
16,162monotonea single unvarying tone or pitch in speaking or sound.
16,163monstrositySomething outrageously ugly or absurdly large; a hideous thing.
16,164mutterto speak in a low, indistinct voice, often when grumbling or discontented.
16,165nostrileither of the two external openings of the nose through which air and smells pass
16,166numeralA symbol or word used to represent a number.
16,167odditysomething strange or unusual; a peculiar person or thing.
16,168odiousExtremely unpleasant or morally repulsive.
16,169offbeatunusual or unconventional; different from what is expected.
16,170opportunista person who takes advantage of circumstances to gain benefit, often without moral consideration.
16,171orificeAn opening or hole, especially one in the body or in a natural or mechanical structure.
16,172ornamentationdecorative details or embellishments added to make something more attractive.
16,173overcoatA long, warm outer garment worn over other clothing in cold weather.
16,174overreactiona response that is more extreme than the situation requires.
16,175painkillerA medicine that reduces or eliminates physical pain.
16,176pattera rapid series of light tapping sounds.
16,177peerageThe rank or dignity of a peer; the body of peers as a group.
16,178permissiveallowing or tolerating behaviour that others might disapprove of; not strict.
16,179placateto make someone less angry or upset by doing or saying something to please them.
16,180powderyHaving a fine, dry, crumbly texture like powder.
16,181pramA four-wheeled carriage for a baby, pushed by a person on foot.
16,182prescriptiveStating rules or norms that tell people how something should be done, rather than describing how it is actually done.
16,183radicalizedhaving been converted to hold extreme political, social, or religious views, often in support of drastic action.
16,184rampartA broad defensive wall or embankment built around a castle or town for protection.
16,185rapporteurA person appointed to report on the proceedings or findings of a committee or organization.
16,186redeemableAble to be exchanged for money, goods, or something of value; capable of being saved or compensated for.
16,187redistributeto share or spread something out again in a different way.
16,188refractionThe bending of a wave, such as light or sound, when it passes from one medium into another.
16,189rentera person who pays money to use property owned by someone else
16,190ringsidethe area immediately beside a boxing ring or similar performance space, offering the closest view.
16,191riverbankThe ground at the edge of a river.
16,192scoundrelA person who behaves dishonestly or without moral principles; a rogue or villain.
16,193seamstressa woman who sews professionally, especially one who makes or repairs clothing.
16,194shiftyappearing deceitful or untrustworthy; behaving in a nervous and evasive way.
16,195showmanA person who is skilled at entertaining or presenting things in a dramatic and exciting way.
16,196sloba person who is lazy, messy, or has poor personal habits.
16,197sojourna temporary stay in a place
16,198southernmostsituated farthest to the south compared to all others.
16,199splatterto scatter or splash liquid in drops or irregular patches.
16,200stipulateto specify a condition or requirement as part of an agreement.