The 18,301–18,400 most common English words

  1. 18,301unbecomingnot appropriate or suitable; not fitting for a person's character or status.
  2. 18,302universalista person who believes that certain truths, values, or principles apply universally to all people or situations.
  3. 18,303unmistakablyin a way that cannot be confused with anything else; clearly and obviously
  4. 18,304unrealizednot yet achieved or made real; remaining as an unfulfilled possibility.
  5. 18,305unworkablenot able to function or be carried out in practice; impractical.
  6. 18,306uppercutAn upward punch aimed at the opponent's chin or jaw in boxing.
  7. 18,307uprootto pull something out of the ground completely; to force someone to leave their home or familiar place.
  8. 18,308valiantlyIn a brave and determined manner; with great courage.
  9. 18,309virologythe branch of science that studies viruses and the diseases they cause.
  10. 18,310wastagethe amount of something lost or wasted through use, decay, or poor management.
  11. 18,311waterlinethe level on a ship's hull where the water surface meets when the vessel is afloat.
  12. 18,312wearinessThe state of feeling very tired or lacking energy.
  13. 18,313wheelbaseThe distance between the front and rear axles of a vehicle.
  14. 18,314wholenessthe state of being complete, unified, or undivided.
  15. 18,315wrestto forcibly pull or take something away from someone's grasp or power.
  16. 18,316zillionAn extremely large, indefinite number (informal/hyperbolic).
  17. 18,317zonaa zone or band, especially a distinct region or layer in anatomy or biology.
  18. 18,318acceptabilitythe quality of being satisfactory or allowable to most people.
  19. 18,319alcovea small recessed section of a room or wall, set back from the main space.
  20. 18,320anesthesiologistA medical doctor who specializes in administering anesthesia and managing pain during surgery.
  21. 18,321arcanasecrets or mysteries known only to a few; esoteric knowledge.
  22. 18,322architecturallyin a way that relates to the design and structure of buildings.
  23. 18,323aspirantA person who aspires to or seeks after something, such as a position or achievement.
  24. 18,324assertivenessthe quality of being confidently self-assured and direct in expressing one's needs or opinions.
  25. 18,325astridewith one leg on each side of something
  26. 18,326astrophysicistA scientist who studies the physical properties and phenomena of stars, galaxies, and the universe.
  27. 18,327autocracyA system of government in which one person holds unlimited power.
  28. 18,328autosomalrelating to an autosome, which is any chromosome that is not a sex chromosome.
  29. 18,329bassetA short-legged breed of hound dog with long ears, known for its keen sense of smell and use in hunting.
  30. 18,330bestialitysexual activity between a person and an animal; also, savage or brutish behavior.
  31. 18,331biracialOf or relating to a person whose parents are of two different racial backgrounds.
  32. 18,332bodiceThe fitted upper part of a woman's dress, covering the torso.
  33. 18,333bozoa stupid or incompetent person; a foolish clown-like individual.
  34. 18,334brainyVery intelligent or clever.
  35. 18,335broachto raise or introduce a topic for discussion.
  36. 18,336butaneA flammable hydrocarbon gas used as fuel in lighters and portable stoves.
  37. 18,337calciteA common mineral made of calcium carbonate, found in limestone, marble, and chalk.
  38. 18,338cantonssubdivisions of a country, especially the semi-autonomous regions of Switzerland
  39. 18,339centralitythe quality or state of being at the center or most important part of something
  40. 18,340chamomileA daisy-like herb whose dried flowers are used to make a calming herbal tea.
  41. 18,341childbearingThe process of carrying and giving birth to children.
  42. 18,342clamora loud and confused noise, or a strong public demand.
  43. 18,343classlessHaving no social classes or distinctions based on class.
  44. 18,344clinkA sharp, light ringing sound made by the collision of glass or metal objects.
  45. 18,345cognaterelated in origin; descended from the same ancestral language form.
  46. 18,346contaminantA substance that makes something impure or unsafe by being present in it.
  47. 18,347contritionA feeling of sincere remorse or guilt for having done wrong.
  48. 18,348correlatingestablishing a mutual relationship or connection between two or more things.
  49. 18,349counterclockwiseIn the direction opposite to the way clock hands move.
  50. 18,350crevicea narrow crack or opening in a hard surface such as rock or a wall.
  51. 18,351crewmana member of a ship's, aircraft's, or spacecraft's crew
  52. 18,352crockeryPlates, bowls, cups, and other ceramic dishes used for eating and serving food.
  53. 18,353daisA raised platform for a speaker, throne, or seat of honor.
  54. 18,354defectorA person who abandons their country, group, or cause to join an opposing one.
  55. 18,355degeneracya state of decline from what is considered normal, proper, or desirable, especially in moral or physical terms.
  56. 18,356devastateto cause great damage or destruction; to overwhelm with shock or grief.
  57. 18,357disloyaltyThe quality of not being faithful or loyal to someone or something.
  58. 18,358dollopa shapeless lump or blob of a soft or liquid substance.
  59. 18,359donglea small hardware device that connects to a computer to enable software authentication or add functionality.
  60. 18,360draperycloth or curtains hung in loose folds as decoration or covering.
  61. 18,361dreadlocksa hairstyle in which the hair is twisted or matted into long rope-like strands.
  62. 18,362dreadnoughtA type of heavily armored battleship with large-caliber guns, dominant in the early 20th century.
  63. 18,363dregsthe last remnants or worst part of something; sediment that settles at the bottom of a liquid.
  64. 18,364escapadesdaring or reckless adventures or pranks, often involving mischief.
  65. 18,365escarpmentA long, steep slope or cliff separating two relatively level areas of land.
  66. 18,366extrinsicComing from outside; not part of the essential nature of something.
  67. 18,367farthingA former British bronze coin worth one quarter of an old penny; used to mean a very small amount of money.
  68. 18,368finalitythe quality of being final or conclusive; a state in which something is complete and cannot be changed.
  69. 18,369foldableCapable of being folded; designed to fold flat for storage or transport.
  70. 18,370forestallto prevent something from happening by taking action in advance.
  71. 18,371gatehousea house or structure built at or over a gate, typically at the entrance to a large property.
  72. 18,372gentlemanlyHaving or showing the polite, considerate, and honorable qualities expected of a gentleman.
  73. 18,373gloatTo feel or express great self-satisfaction, especially at someone else's misfortune.
  74. 18,374glycerinA colorless, odorless, sweet-tasting liquid used in cosmetics, medicine, and food as a moisturizer and solvent.
  75. 18,375goldeneyea diving duck with bright yellow eyes, found in northern regions.
  76. 18,376goldilocksdescribing conditions that are not too extreme in either direction, but exactly right.
  77. 18,377goldminea source of something very valuable or profitable, often information or opportunity.
  78. 18,378gorgonA terrifying creature from Greek mythology whose look turns onlookers to stone; by extension, a frightening or repulsive woman.
  79. 18,379grayishsomewhat gray in color; having a slight gray tint.
  80. 18,380groupiesFans, especially young ones, who follow a celebrity or music group everywhere and seek close contact with them.
  81. 18,381gymnasticrelating to gymnastics or requiring agility and physical skill.
  82. 18,382handcuffa metal restraint device locked around a person's wrist, usually used in pairs to restrict movement.
  83. 18,383harpsichordA keyboard instrument that produces sound by plucking strings with quills, commonly used in Baroque music.
  84. 18,384hashisha drug made from the resin of the cannabis plant, typically smoked or eaten for its intoxicating effect.
  85. 18,385hematologyThe branch of medicine concerned with the study, diagnosis, and treatment of blood and blood-forming organs.
  86. 18,386heroicallyin a way that shows great courage and bravery.
  87. 18,387histogramA bar chart that shows the frequency of data within successive intervals.
  88. 18,388hokeyOverly sentimental or contrived in a way that seems fake or silly.
  89. 18,389hydrochloridea compound formed by combining a substance with hydrochloric acid, often used to make drugs more stable and water-soluble.
  90. 18,390impoliteNot having or showing good manners; rude.
  91. 18,391insomniaca person who regularly suffers from inability to sleep.
  92. 18,392interlockto connect or engage with each other so that the parts cannot move independently.
  93. 18,393irrelevanceThe state of not being connected to or important for the matter being considered.
  94. 18,394leatheryHaving a tough, hard texture similar to leather.
  95. 18,395libertarianismA political philosophy that prioritizes individual liberty, minimal government intervention, and personal responsibility.
  96. 18,396lisleA fine, tightly twisted cotton thread used especially for hosiery and gloves.
  97. 18,397loamA rich, fertile soil composed of a balanced mixture of sand, silt, and clay.
  98. 18,398mammyAn informal or dialect word for mother, or a term historically used in the American South for a Black woman employed as a nurse or caregiver for white children.
  99. 18,399masqueA form of festive courtly entertainment involving music, dancing, and elaborate costumes, popular in 16th and 17th century Europe.
  100. 18,400masseuseA woman who professionally gives massages.