The 3,901–4,000 most common English words
- 3,901expertiseSpecial skill or knowledge in a particular area.
- 3,902fiberA part of plant foods that helps digestion; a thin thread of material.
- 3,903groceryA shop that sells food and household items.
- 3,904guineaA former British gold coin worth one pound and one shilling (21 shillings).
- 3,905halfwayAt a point equally far between two places or stages.
- 3,906hullthe main body or frame of a ship.
- 3,907independentlyin a way that is free from outside control or support; on one's own
- 3,908indicationA sign that something is true or likely.
- 3,909intensiveinvolving a lot of effort or activity concentrated in a short time
- 3,910interactiveAllowing two-way communication or action between a person and something, such as a computer or activity.
- 3,911intimateVery close and private, especially between people who know each other well.
- 3,912laundryClothes and linens that need washing, or that have been washed.
- 3,913martialrelating to war, soldiers, or military life.
- 3,914northeastThe direction between north and east.
- 3,915observeTo watch something carefully; to notice.
- 3,916passworda secret word or phrase used to gain access to a system or account.
- 3,917politicallyIn a way that relates to politics or political opinions.
- 3,918presumablyAccording to what is likely; probably.
- 3,919prosecutionThe act of trying to prove someone guilty of a crime in court.
- 3,920pulseThe regular beating of the heart felt in the body.
- 3,921rationalBased on clear thought and reason; sensible.
- 3,922realmA kingdom or area ruled by someone; a field of activity or knowledge.
- 3,923ropeA strong thick cord made of twisted threads.
- 3,924shoutTo say something very loudly; a loud cry.
- 3,925spectacularExtremely impressive or beautiful.
- 3,926streakA continuous period of success or a particular type of event; a long thin line.
- 3,927subscriptionan arrangement to receive a product or service regularly by paying in advance
- 3,928technologicalRelating to technology or advances in machines and methods.
- 3,929temporarilyFor a limited period of time; not permanently.
- 3,930tolerancethe ability to accept or respect beliefs, behaviors, or people that differ from one's own
- 3,931traditionallyIn a way that follows long-established customs.
- 3,932unhappyfeeling sad or dissatisfied.
- 3,933accomplishTo succeed in doing or completing something.
- 3,934adequateEnough in amount or good enough in quality for a purpose.
- 3,935alterTo change something, especially slightly.
- 3,936apologyA statement saying you are sorry for doing something wrong.
- 3,937begTo ask for something urgently or humbly.
- 3,938bouta period or spell of an activity or condition, especially an illness or fight.
- 3,939brassa yellow metal alloy made of copper and zinc, often used for decorative objects and instruments.
- 3,940buzzexcited talk or interest about something; a feeling of excitement or rumor spreading among people.
- 3,941comebacka return to success or popularity after a period of absence or failure.
- 3,942cosa type of lettuce with long, crisp leaves, also called romaine.
- 3,943declareTo say something officially or publicly.
- 3,944detectTo discover or notice something, especially something hard to see.
- 3,945diesela type of heavy fuel oil used in diesel engines, or a vehicle powered by such an engine.
- 3,946dipTo put something briefly into a liquid.
- 3,947disturbingCausing worry, fear, or unease.
- 3,948dotA small round mark or spot.
- 3,949effectivenessThe degree to which something produces the desired result.
- 3,950embarrassedFeeling awkward, ashamed, or self-conscious.
- 3,951exceptionalUnusually good; outstanding.
- 3,952filingthe act of organizing and storing documents in an ordered system
- 3,953foulan action that breaks the rules of a sport or game.
- 3,954franklyIn an honest and direct way.
- 3,955graphA diagram showing the relationship between numbers or quantities.
- 3,956hackto gain unauthorized access to a computer system.
- 3,957hatredA very strong feeling of dislike.
- 3,958ignorantLacking knowledge or awareness; not informed.
- 3,959interactTo communicate or do things together with others.
- 3,960lampA device that gives light, especially using electricity.
- 3,961majestyimpressive greatness, dignity, or authority.
- 3,962measurementThe size, amount, or degree found by measuring.
- 3,963medianthe middle value in a set of numbers arranged in order; relating to the middle.
- 3,964medievalrelating to the Middle Ages, roughly from the 5th to the 15th century.
- 3,965mobilitythe ability to move or be moved freely and easily
- 3,966orientationAn introduction to a new situation; the direction something faces.
- 3,967ovenAn enclosed space that is heated for cooking or baking food.
- 3,968passportan official document issued by a government that identifies a person and allows them to travel to foreign countries.
- 3,969rabbitA small furry animal with long ears that hops.
- 3,970retireTo stop working at the end of one's career, usually because of age.
- 3,971rhythmA regular pattern of sounds or beats in music or movement.
- 3,972savageExtremely harsh, cruel, or uncivilized.
- 3,973shootera person who fires a gun or other weapon.
- 3,974somedayAt some unknown time in the future.
- 3,975sophisticatedShowing refined knowledge, taste, or development; advanced and complex.
- 3,976spamUnwanted or unsolicited messages sent in bulk, especially by email.
- 3,977stackA neat pile of things placed one on top of another.
- 3,978stanceA way of standing; an opinion or attitude toward something.
- 3,979staticrandom noise or interference that disrupts a signal or transmission.
- 3,980subwayan underground railway system used for public transportation in a city.
- 3,981supportiveGiving help, encouragement, or sympathy.
- 3,982surgicalDone with great precision and accuracy, like a surgeon's work.
- 3,983tabletA flat portable computer with a touchscreen; a small solid piece of medicine.
- 3,984tentA shelter made of cloth supported by poles, used for camping.
- 3,985thesisA long piece of academic writing based on original research, submitted for a university degree.
- 3,986tideThe regular rise and fall of the sea caused by the moon's pull.
- 3,987warfarethe activity of fighting in a war or conflict.
- 3,988warmingThe act of becoming warmer; an increase in temperature.
- 3,989withdrawTo take money out of a bank account; to remove or pull back.
- 3,990withdrawalthe process of stopping the use of something addictive, or the symptoms that follow.
- 3,991airlineA company that carries passengers and goods by aircraft.
- 3,992anywaysregardless of other considerations; used to continue or wrap up a conversation (informal form of 'anyway').
- 3,993auditan official examination and verification of financial accounts or records.
- 3,994authenticgenuine; real; true to its origins.
- 3,995blondeHaving light yellow or golden-colored hair.
- 3,996bolta sudden dash or rush to escape
- 3,997bustto raid or arrest someone as part of a law enforcement action.
- 3,998collarthe part of a shirt or jacket that goes around the neck
- 3,999complyTo act according to a rule, order, or request.
- 4,000copeTo deal successfully with a difficult situation.