The 16,301–16,400 most common English words

16,301laityAll members of a religious community who are not clergy; ordinary people as distinct from professionals in a field.
16,302landlockedSurrounded entirely by land, with no coastline or access to the ocean.
16,303latterlyrecently; in the latter part of a period of time
16,304leukaemiaA type of cancer that affects the blood and bone marrow, causing abnormal white blood cell production.
16,305lingualanguage; tongue (used especially in set phrases such as 'lingua franca').
16,306makingsthe qualities, abilities, or materials needed to become or create something
16,307misfita person who does not suit or adapt well to their environment or social group.
16,308mountaineera person who climbs mountains, especially as a sport or profession.
16,309mountainsidethe slope or face of a mountain.
16,310mucousRelating to, producing, or resembling mucus.
16,311obeliska tall, four-sided stone pillar that tapers to a pyramid-shaped top.
16,312oddballa strange or eccentric person; someone who behaves in an unusual way.
16,313offloadto unload goods or transfer a burden to someone or something else.
16,314osteoarthritisA degenerative joint disease in which cartilage breaks down, causing pain and stiffness.
16,315outcropa visible exposure of rock that protrudes above the surrounding soil or ground surface.
16,316outlanderA person who comes from a foreign or unfamiliar place; a stranger or foreigner.
16,317pariaha person who is rejected or avoided by others; an outcast
16,318parkaA thick, hooded jacket or coat designed to protect against cold and harsh weather.
16,319peddleto sell goods, especially by going from place to place.
16,320peerlessHaving no equal; better than all others.
16,321permanencethe state or quality of lasting or remaining unchanged indefinitely.
16,322permeableAllowing liquids or gases to pass through; not impermeable.
16,323personhoodthe state or condition of being a person, especially with recognized rights and moral status.
16,324pillageto rob a place using violence, especially during a war.
16,325pistachioA small, greenish nut with a hard shell, often used in cooking and desserts.
16,326plebiscitea direct vote by the people of a country or region on an important political question.
16,327polyurethanea type of synthetic polymer used as a protective coating, foam, or adhesive.
16,328positto put forward or assume something as a fact or basis for argument.
16,329precipiceA very steep or vertical face of a rock or cliff; a dangerous situation.
16,330quickiesomething done very quickly or in a short amount of time.
16,331ravenousExtremely hungry; having a very strong desire for food.
16,332reclusiveAvoiding the company of others; preferring to live in solitude.
16,333reekto smell strongly and unpleasantly
16,334reinstallTo install a program or system again, typically to fix problems.
16,335rindThe tough outer skin or coating of a fruit, vegetable, or cheese.
16,336riparianrelating to or situated on the banks of a river or stream.
16,337rosebuda rose flower that has not yet opened; a bud of a rose.
16,338ruckA group of people or players crowded together; in rugby, a loose scrum formed around the ball on the ground.
16,339salamandera small amphibian with a slender body and tail, resembling a lizard, that lives in moist environments.
16,340scalpela small, sharp knife used by surgeons during operations.
16,341scrapera tool with a flat blade used for scraping surfaces clean.
16,342scrutinizeTo examine something very carefully and thoroughly.
16,343seatbeltsStraps worn across the body in a vehicle or aircraft to keep the occupant safe in the event of sudden movement or a crash.
16,344sedatecalm, quiet, and unhurried; not excited or agitated.
16,345shrieka loud, sharp, high-pitched cry or sound.
16,346singularlyin a remarkably or unusually notable way; to an exceptional degree.
16,347sinkholea cavity or depression in the ground caused by the collapse of a surface layer, often due to erosion underground.
16,348skimpysmaller or less than what is needed; barely adequate in amount or coverage.
16,349snoreto breathe noisily during sleep, making a rough, rattling sound
16,350sorceressa woman who practises magic or sorcery; a female sorcerer.
16,351spaceflightthe act or experience of traveling beyond Earth's atmosphere in a spacecraft.
16,352spendera person who spends money, especially freely or extravagantly
16,353sphinctera ring-shaped muscle that can contract to close off a body passage or opening.
16,354sternumThe long flat bone running down the center of the chest, connecting the ribs.
16,355stockbrokerA person who buys and sells stocks and shares on behalf of clients, usually for a commission.
16,356strangulationThe act of killing or injuring someone by squeezing their throat so they cannot breathe.
16,357stratificationThe arrangement of something into distinct layers or hierarchical levels.
16,358stretchyable to stretch easily and return to its original shape.
16,359sucroseA natural sugar found in plants, composed of glucose and fructose, commonly known as table sugar.
16,360sundaeA dish of ice cream served with toppings such as syrup, whipped cream, and fruit.
16,361sundryof various kinds; several and miscellaneous
16,362supercomputerAn extremely fast and powerful computer used for complex calculations.
16,363swampy(of land) soft, wet, and muddy like a swamp.
16,364synapsea tiny junction between two nerve cells across which nerve impulses pass.
16,365tidingsnews or information, especially of a recent or important event.
16,366toothachea pain felt in or around a tooth
16,367tranquillitya state of calm and peacefulness; freedom from disturbance.
16,368transitiveDenoting a verb that requires or can take a direct object.
16,369trigonometryThe branch of mathematics dealing with the relationships between the sides and angles of triangles.
16,370tutelageguidance, instruction, or protection given by a tutor or guardian.
16,371twosgroups or pairs of two people or things.
16,372typhusAn infectious disease caused by bacteria, transmitted by lice or fleas, and characterized by fever, rash, and headache.
16,373unaffiliatednot officially connected to or associated with any organization or group.
16,374unconscionableShockingly unfair or unreasonable; going far beyond what is acceptable.
16,375unflatteringMaking someone or something look worse or less appealing than usual.
16,376unrecognizableso changed or damaged that it cannot be identified or recognized.
16,377unschedulednot planned or arranged in advance; not on the official schedule.
16,378unstructuredwithout a fixed plan, organization, or set of rules.
16,379vagranta person who wanders from place to place without a fixed home or job.
16,380voicelesshaving no voice or power to express opinions; not spoken aloud.
16,381walkoutA sudden strike or departure as a form of protest.
16,382wearableselectronic devices worn on the body that collect health or activity data.
16,383wimpyWeak and lacking courage or determination; feeble.
16,384wordplaythe clever or humorous use of words, often exploiting multiple meanings or similar sounds.
16,385acceptorA molecule, atom, or person that receives or accepts something (such as electrons, protons, or an offer).
16,386acrobaticsspectacular gymnastic feats or movements requiring balance, agility, and coordination.
16,387aerobicsa system of physical exercises designed to strengthen the heart and lungs by increasing oxygen intake.
16,388alertnessThe state of being watchful and quick to notice things.
16,389alleywaya narrow passage or lane between or behind buildings
16,390amenitya feature or facility that makes a place comfortable or enjoyable.
16,391ascribeto attribute something to a particular cause, person, or source.
16,392bandanaa large, colorful square of cloth worn around the head or neck.
16,393barbarismextreme cruelty or brutality; a savage, uncivilized act or condition.
16,394barebackriding a horse without a saddle
16,395battlefrontthe line or area where opposing forces meet and fight in a war.
16,396billettemporary lodging provided to a soldier, especially in a civilian building.
16,397blissfullyin a way that is extremely happy or joyful; in a state of bliss, often without worry.
16,398bonelessHaving no bones; with the bones removed.
16,399brainlessStupid or very foolish; lacking intelligence or good judgment.
16,400breadcrumbsA navigation trail showing the path taken through a website or series of pages, or small crumbs of bread used in cooking.