The 17,801–17,900 most common English words

1. 17,801stridentLoud, harsh, and insistent in tone or manner.
2. 17,802swankImpressively smart or luxurious in appearance; stylishly elegant.
3. 17,803tradeoffa balance achieved between two desirable but incompatible features; a situation where gaining one thing requires giving up something else.
4. 17,804tubbyshort and slightly overweight; plump and round in shape.
5. 17,805twillA type of textile woven in a way that produces a pattern of diagonal parallel ridges.
6. 17,806ubiquityThe state of appearing or existing everywhere at the same time.
7. 17,807unaccountableimpossible to explain; not responsible to any authority.
8. 17,808underfootunder one's feet; on the ground in a way that may cause obstruction or danger.
9. 17,809unevenlyin a way that is not equal, smooth, or regular in distribution.
10. 17,810unknowableimpossible to know or understand; beyond the limits of human knowledge.
11. 17,811unreachableimpossible to reach or contact; not accessible.
12. 17,812vastnessThe quality or state of being extremely large or wide in extent.
13. 17,813waistcoata sleeveless garment buttoned down the front, worn over a shirt and under a jacket
14. 17,814wheelbarrowa small cart with one wheel at the front, two handles at the back, and a large open container, used for moving heavy loads.
15. 17,815abacusA counting frame with beads on rods, used for arithmetic calculations.
16. 17,816absorbersdevices or materials that take in or reduce the impact of force, energy, or sound
17. 17,817aceticOf, relating to, or containing acetic acid or vinegar.
18. 17,818agapeWide open, especially of the mouth in surprise or wonder.
19. 17,819aimlessWithout purpose or direction; having no clear goal.
20. 17,820aniseA flowering plant whose seeds have a sweet, licorice-like taste, used as a spice or flavoring.
21. 17,821argumentationthe process or act of forming and presenting logical arguments.
22. 17,822asphyxiationA condition in which the body is deprived of oxygen, leading to unconsciousness or death; suffocation.
23. 17,823backstrokeA swimming stroke performed on one's back, with both arms lifted alternately out of the water and the legs doing a flutter kick.
24. 17,824balsamA fragrant, resinous substance obtained from certain plants, used in medicine and perfumery.
25. 17,825barbellA long metal bar with weights attached at each end, used for weightlifting exercises.
26. 17,826barbicanan outer fortification or tower defending the entrance to a castle or city.
27. 17,827benzodiazepinesA class of psychoactive drugs that enhance the effect of the neurotransmitter GABA, commonly used as sedatives, anxiolytics, or anticonvulsants.
28. 17,828bilingualismThe ability to speak and use two languages fluently.
29. 17,829bobbleto momentarily fumble or mishandle something, nearly dropping it.
30. 17,830bobsleighA large, mechanically steered sled used for racing down an icy track, typically carrying two or four people.
31. 17,831bolaA throwing weapon made of weights on interconnected cords, used to entangle animals.
32. 17,832boxyHaving a square or rectangular shape that looks rigid and lacks curves.
33. 17,833breakwaterA barrier built out into the sea to protect a harbor or coast from the force of waves.
34. 17,834broilera part of an oven that cooks food with strong heat from above, or a chicken bred for eating.
35. 17,835caliperA measuring instrument with two adjustable legs used to measure the distance between two opposite sides of an object.
36. 17,836celluloidA flammable plastic material formerly used to make photographic film; also used to refer to cinema in general.
37. 17,837cinchsomething very easy to do; a sure thing
38. 17,838cirrusA type of high-altitude cloud made of ice crystals, appearing as thin, wispy streaks or tufts.
39. 17,839clattera loud rattling noise made by hard objects hitting each other.
40. 17,840clenchto close or squeeze tightly, especially muscles, fists, or teeth.
41. 17,841colicsevere pain in the abdomen, especially in infants who cry excessively.
42. 17,842collectableWorth keeping or acquiring because of special interest, rarity, or value.
43. 17,843commonsensebased on practical good judgment that most people would agree with.
44. 17,844confoundto cause confusion or surprise; to bewilder or perplex someone.
45. 17,845conjugalrelating to marriage or the relationship between husband and wife.
46. 17,846courageouslyin a way that shows bravery and willingness to face danger or difficulty
47. 17,847covalentrelating to a chemical bond formed by the sharing of electrons between atoms
48. 17,848crawfisha small freshwater crustacean resembling a lobster; also used informally to mean to back out of a position or commitment.
49. 17,849cruciateShaped like or arranged in a cross; used especially to describe certain ligaments in the knee.
50. 17,850cufflinksSmall decorative fasteners used to secure the cuffs of a dress shirt.
51. 17,851cussingThe act of using offensive or profane language; swearing.
52. 17,852dandruffsmall flakes of dead skin shed from the scalp.
53. 17,853deductiverelating to reasoning that moves from general principles to specific conclusions.
54. 17,854defileto make something dirty, impure, or no longer sacred
55. 17,855depleteto use up or reduce a resource significantly.
56. 17,856devalueTo reduce the official value or importance of something.
57. 17,857dinglea small wooded valley or hollow.
58. 17,858diphtheriaA serious bacterial infection causing a thick membrane to form in the throat, making breathing difficult.
59. 17,859disturbinglyin a way that causes worry, unease, or alarm
60. 17,860doerA person who actively does things rather than just thinking or talking about them.
61. 17,861doorknobA rounded handle attached to a door, used to open or close it.
62. 17,862doormata person who allows others to treat them badly without complaining or standing up for themselves.
63. 17,863downsizeto reduce in size, especially by laying off employees or cutting resources.
64. 17,864dragoonto coerce or force someone into doing something by using threats or harsh pressure.
65. 17,865easygoingrelaxed and tolerant; not easily upset or worried.
66. 17,866epidermalRelating to the epidermis, the outermost layer of the skin.
67. 17,867erraticallyin an unpredictable or irregular manner; without a fixed pattern.
68. 17,868extraordinaireOutstanding or remarkable in a particular capacity; used after a noun to emphasize excellence.
69. 17,869farcicalresembling a farce; absurdly ridiculous or laughable.
70. 17,870featherweightthe lightest competitive weight class in boxing, or more generally something very light in weight or of little importance.
71. 17,871folateA B-vitamin found in leafy green vegetables and legumes, essential for cell growth and DNA synthesis.
72. 17,872forthwithimmediately; without delay.
73. 17,873frankfurterA smoked sausage, typically made of beef or pork, served in a long roll; a hot dog.
74. 17,874gestaltan organized whole that is perceived as more than the sum of its parts.
75. 17,875gigabyteA unit of digital information equal to approximately one billion bytes, commonly used to measure storage or memory capacity.
76. 17,876glinta small flash of light reflected from a shiny surface
77. 17,877goadto urge or provoke someone into action, often by irritating them.
78. 17,878greyishsomewhat grey in color; having a slight grey tint.
79. 17,879grogan alcoholic drink, especially rum mixed with water.
80. 17,880groupieA devoted fan who follows a celebrity or band, often seeking personal contact.
81. 17,881haggleTo negotiate or argue about the price of something, especially to try to get a lower price.
82. 17,882halcyonDenoting a period of time in the past that was happy, golden, and peaceful.
83. 17,883handicraftan object made skillfully by hand, especially as a traditional craft.
84. 17,884harshnessthe quality of being unpleasantly severe, rough, or cruel
85. 17,885headscarfa piece of cloth worn over the head and tied under the chin or at the back of the neck.
86. 17,886headshotsPhotographs showing a person's face and shoulders, used for professional or identification purposes.
87. 17,887hotbeda place where a specified activity, especially an unwelcome one, flourishes.
88. 17,888hotnessthe quality of being very hot in temperature or spicy in taste; also informal attractiveness.
89. 17,889immunoglobulinA protein produced by the immune system that functions as an antibody to fight pathogens.
90. 17,890insolenceRude and disrespectful behavior or speech, especially toward someone in authority.
91. 17,891instigationthe act of urging or encouraging someone to do something, especially something harmful.
92. 17,892irresponsibilitythe quality of not being responsible; failure to think carefully about the consequences of one's actions.
93. 17,893jamboreeA large, lively celebration or gathering, especially one involving scouts or a festive crowd.
94. 17,894jewellerA person who makes, sells, or repairs jewellery.
95. 17,895lanyardA cord or strap worn around the neck or wrist to hold an object such as a badge or key.
96. 17,896letdowna disappointment or anticlimax; something that fails to meet expectations.
97. 17,897librettoThe text or script of an opera or other musical work, including lyrics and stage directions.
98. 17,898lidarA remote sensing method that uses laser pulses to measure distances and create detailed 3D maps of surroundings.
99. 17,899lipoproteinA biochemical complex consisting of proteins combined with fats, responsible for transporting lipids through the bloodstream.
100. 17,900loxsmoked salmon, often served on bagels with cream cheese.