The 18,701–18,800 most common English words

  1. 18,701mechanisticRelating to or explaining phenomena as if they were machines or mechanical processes, without considering broader context.
  2. 18,702mezzoA middle or medium range, especially referring to a voice between soprano and contralto.
  3. 18,703millimetreA unit of length equal to one thousandth of a metre.
  4. 18,704misappropriationthe wrongful or dishonest use of money or property entrusted to one's care.
  5. 18,705misinterpretto understand or explain something incorrectly
  6. 18,706misstepa mistake or error in judgment or action.
  7. 18,707newnessthe quality or state of being new or unfamiliar.
  8. 18,708newsreaderA person who reads the news aloud on television or radio.
  9. 18,709nontraditionalnot following or based on tradition; departing from conventional practices or norms.
  10. 18,710orationA formal, lengthy public speech, especially one given on a ceremonial occasion.
  11. 18,711ordinatesthe y-coordinates of points on a graph, measured along the vertical axis.
  12. 18,712panelingflat sections of wood or other material fixed to walls as a decorative or structural covering.
  13. 18,713passivitythe state of accepting or allowing things to happen without taking action or resistance.
  14. 18,714percussiverelating to or producing sound by striking or hitting.
  15. 18,715phosphatasean enzyme that removes phosphate groups from molecules by hydrolysis.
  16. 18,716piezoelectricrelating to the property of certain materials to generate an electric charge when subjected to mechanical stress.
  17. 18,717plinthA heavy base or platform on which a statue, column, or structure stands.
  18. 18,718polypeptidea molecular chain formed by linking many amino acids together through peptide bonds.
  19. 18,719postulateto assume or claim that something is true as a basis for reasoning or argument.
  20. 18,720probioticcontaining live bacteria that are beneficial to the digestive system when consumed.
  21. 18,721productivelyin a way that produces good results or achieves a lot
  22. 18,722propyleneA colorless gaseous hydrocarbon used as a raw material in the manufacture of plastics and other chemicals.
  23. 18,723prosaicLacking imagination or originality; dull and ordinary.
  24. 18,724pyrotechnicsthe art or display of fireworks or explosive effects, often used in entertainment or performances.
  25. 18,725quandaryA state of uncertainty or confusion about what to do; a difficult dilemma.
  26. 18,726rationalismThe theory that reason, rather than experience or faith, is the foundation of knowledge and truth.
  27. 18,727rebutTo prove a statement or accusation is false by providing contrary evidence or argument.
  28. 18,728reheatto heat something again that has already been cooked or warmed before.
  29. 18,729remorsefulfeeling deep regret or guilt about something wrong one has done.
  30. 18,730reticencethe quality of being reluctant to speak or reveal one's thoughts; reserve.
  31. 18,731reversionA return to a previous state, practice, or belief.
  32. 18,732rhinestoneA small, artificial gemstone made of glass or acrylic, used as a decoration to imitate a diamond.
  33. 18,733scripA certificate or token issued as a substitute for currency, redeemable only at a specific place or for specific goods.
  34. 18,734scruffthe loose skin at the back of an animal's (or person's) neck.
  35. 18,735seafaringrelating to or involving travel by sea, especially as a regular occupation.
  36. 18,736sexinessthe quality of being sexually attractive or exciting
  37. 18,737sheafa bundle of grain stalks or papers tied together.
  38. 18,738siestaA short nap or rest taken in the early afternoon, especially in hot countries.
  39. 18,739sniffera person or animal (or device) that sniffs, often used to detect hidden substances or data.
  40. 18,740sociopathicrelating to or characteristic of a person with a severe antisocial personality disorder, showing no empathy or moral conscience.
  41. 18,741speedometerAn instrument in a vehicle that measures and displays the current speed.
  42. 18,742squalidExtremely dirty and unpleasant, often due to poverty or neglect.
  43. 18,743stringedhaving strings attached; describes musical instruments that produce sound through vibrating strings.
  44. 18,744submergeto put or sink below the surface of water or another liquid
  45. 18,745subordinationthe condition of being lower in rank or importance; the act of placing something under the control or authority of something else.
  46. 18,746surfactanta substance that reduces surface tension between two liquids or between a liquid and a solid, allowing them to mix.
  47. 18,747tarnA small mountain lake, especially one formed in a cirque.
  48. 18,748tateran informal word for a potato, or a small fried potato snack.
  49. 18,749taxicaba car with a driver that you pay to take you somewhere; a taxi.
  50. 18,750thunka sudden realization or thought; also a technical term for a delayed computation wrapped in a function.
  51. 18,751unabashednot embarrassed or ashamed; open and bold.
  52. 18,752unencumberedfree from burdens, restrictions, or obligations
  53. 18,753unfillednot filled; left empty or vacant.
  54. 18,754unionizationthe process of organizing workers into a labor union.
  55. 18,755unjustifiableimpossible to justify or defend; without acceptable reason.
  56. 18,756unnaturallyin a way that is strange or not normal; not as expected in nature or behavior.
  57. 18,757vegetarianismthe practice of not eating meat or fish, often for health or ethical reasons
  58. 18,758vicariousExperienced through the feelings or actions of another person rather than directly oneself.
  59. 18,759villainywicked or criminal behavior; evil conduct.
  60. 18,760virtuosityExceptional skill or technique in a particular art or activity.
  61. 18,761virulencethe degree to which a pathogen or harmful agent is able to cause severe disease or damage.
  62. 18,762vizierA high-ranking political advisor or minister in certain Muslim countries, especially in the Ottoman Empire.
  63. 18,763whimsyPlayful or fanciful humor; a quaint and imaginative quality.
  64. 18,764workpieceAn object being worked on by a tool or machine during manufacturing.
  65. 18,765wormwoodA woody plant with an intensely bitter taste, traditionally used in medicine and to flavor drinks such as absinthe.
  66. 18,766wrangleto argue or dispute in a noisy or angry way; to obtain something through persistent effort.
  67. 18,767zircona mineral, zirconium silicate, often used as a gemstone or in dating rocks.
  68. 18,768acousticalRelating to sound or the sense of hearing, especially the properties of a space that affect how sound is heard.
  69. 18,769agitatora person who stirs up public feeling or political unrest, often to bring about change.
  70. 18,770albedoThe proportion of light or radiation reflected by a surface, especially of a planet or moon.
  71. 18,771amateurishLacking the skill or polish expected of a professional; crude or unskilled.
  72. 18,772anaphylaxisa severe, potentially life-threatening allergic reaction that occurs rapidly after exposure to an allergen.
  73. 18,773angoraA type of soft, fluffy fiber or fabric made from the hair of Angora rabbits or goats.
  74. 18,774anyplacein, at, or to any place; anywhere.
  75. 18,775appetizingMaking something look or smell attractive to eat; stimulating the appetite.
  76. 18,776applicatorA device or tool used to apply a substance to a surface.
  77. 18,777arsonista person who deliberately sets fire to buildings or property.
  78. 18,778bastPlant fiber obtained from the inner bark of certain trees, used for making rope, mats, or textiles.
  79. 18,779biologica medical drug derived from living organisms, used to treat diseases such as cancer or autoimmune disorders.
  80. 18,780bleacheran outdoor, tiered bench seating area, usually uncovered, found in sports stadiums.
  81. 18,781bloodshot(of eyes) red and inflamed, typically from tiredness, irritation, or crying.
  82. 18,782bronchialrelating to the bronchi, the airways that lead from the trachea into the lungs.
  83. 18,783burkaa full-body covering garment worn by some Muslim women, with a mesh screen over the eyes.
  84. 18,784butterscotchA sweet, rich flavoring made from butter and brown sugar.
  85. 18,785caboosethe last car on a freight train, traditionally used by the crew.
  86. 18,786caesareanA surgical procedure in which a baby is delivered by cutting through the mother's abdomen and uterus.
  87. 18,787calcareousContaining or resembling calcium carbonate; chalky.
  88. 18,788carotenean orange or red pigment found in plants, especially carrots, that the body can convert into vitamin A.
  89. 18,789cesareanA surgical procedure in which a baby is delivered through an incision in the mother's abdomen and uterus.
  90. 18,790cherubA chubby, innocent-looking child, often depicted as a winged figure in art.
  91. 18,791colloidalrelating to a colloid; describing a mixture where fine particles are dispersed evenly through another substance without dissolving.
  92. 18,792conceptualizeto form a clear idea or mental image of something abstract.
  93. 18,793concurrencythe state of multiple processes or events happening or being executed at the same time.
  94. 18,794confidantea person, especially a woman, in whom one confides personal or private matters.
  95. 18,795conifera tree that produces cones and typically has needle-like leaves that remain green all year.
  96. 18,796consumableAn item that is intended to be used up and then replaced rather than kept permanently.
  97. 18,797convenera person who organizes or chairs a meeting or committee.
  98. 18,798corkersomething or someone outstanding or excellent; a remarkable thing.
  99. 18,799courtlyPolite and refined in a way associated with a royal court; elegantly dignified.
  100. 18,800cutlassa short, curved sword with a single cutting edge, historically used by sailors and pirates.