The 8,401–8,500 most common English words

  1. 8,401inverseOpposite in order, nature, or effect; reversed.
  2. 8,402irritationA feeling of annoyance or mild anger caused by something bothersome.
  3. 8,403lavishVery generous, elaborate, or extravagant in quantity or quality.
  4. 8,404livelihoodthe means by which someone earns money or support to live
  5. 8,405medica person trained to give basic medical treatment, especially in the military or at an emergency scene.
  6. 8,406miscellaneousconsisting of various kinds of things that are not related to each other; mixed; assorted.
  7. 8,407morrowThe following day; the next day.
  8. 8,408musterto gather or summon (strength, support, or courage).
  9. 8,409noodlea long, thin strip of pasta or dough used in soups and other dishes.
  10. 8,410nylona strong, lightweight synthetic material used to make fabric, rope, and other products.
  11. 8,411overrideto use authority or force to set aside or take precedence over a decision, process, or system.
  12. 8,412ozoneA form of oxygen with three atoms per molecule, found in the upper atmosphere, where it shields Earth from ultraviolet rays.
  13. 8,413paranoiaan irrational and persistent feeling that one is being persecuted or that others have hostile intentions toward oneself.
  14. 8,414phosphatea salt or ester of phosphoric acid, widely used in fertilizers and food additives.
  15. 8,415physicista scientist who studies physics, the science of matter, energy, and natural forces.
  16. 8,416pluralitythe largest number or share among several, even if not more than half of the total.
  17. 8,417prehistoricrelating to the time before written history was recorded.
  18. 8,418protonA stable subatomic particle found in the nucleus of an atom, carrying a positive electric charge.
  19. 8,419psychethe human mind, soul, or spirit, especially as it influences behavior and emotion.
  20. 8,420redesignto design something again in a new or different way
  21. 8,421reluctanceunwillingness or hesitation to do something
  22. 8,422reopento open or begin again something that was closed or stopped.
  23. 8,423replicationthe action of copying or reproducing something; repeating an experiment to verify results.
  24. 8,424rotorA rotating part of a machine, especially the blades of a helicopter or the spinning component of an engine.
  25. 8,425sedimentmaterial such as sand, clay, or silt that has been deposited by water, wind, or ice.
  26. 8,426solitudethe state of being alone, away from other people.
  27. 8,427standbya state of readiness for immediate use or action
  28. 8,428strongholda place that is well fortified and difficult for enemies to capture; a place where a belief or cause is strongly defended.
  29. 8,429stumbleTo trip or almost fall while walking or running.
  30. 8,430thereinin or into that place, thing, or matter just mentioned.
  31. 8,431triangularhaving three sides and three angles; shaped like a triangle.
  32. 8,432troopera person who deals with hardship or difficulty without complaining; also a soldier or police officer.
  33. 8,433truthfulTelling the truth; honest and accurate in what one says.
  34. 8,434turretA small tower, typically projecting from the wall of a building or military vehicle, used for defense or observation.
  35. 8,435ubiquitouspresent, appearing, or found everywhere.
  36. 8,436unbelievablyto a degree that is very hard to believe; extremely
  37. 8,437unconventionalNot based on or conforming to what is generally done or believed; different from the norm.
  38. 8,438unnecessarilyin a way that is more than needed or required; without good reason
  39. 8,439unnoticednot seen or observed by others; passing without attention.
  40. 8,440untouchednot affected, altered, or interfered with; left in its original state.
  41. 8,441visionaryA person with original ideas about what the future could or should be like; having strong, imaginative vision.
  42. 8,442voodooA religion originating in West Africa and the Caribbean, involving spirit worship and magical practices; also used informally to mean mysterious or magical influence.
  43. 8,443witchcraftthe practice of magic or sorcery, especially involving supernatural powers.
  44. 8,444adulteryvoluntary sexual intercourse between a married person and someone who is not their spouse.
  45. 8,445agileAble to move or think quickly and easily; nimble.
  46. 8,446anonymouslyin a way that keeps one's identity unknown or hidden
  47. 8,447artifactan object made or used by humans, especially one of historical or cultural interest.
  48. 8,448austerityConditions of reduced spending and financial strictness, especially imposed by a government.
  49. 8,449awfullyTo a very great degree; extremely (often used informally).
  50. 8,450bouquetAn arranged bunch of flowers, typically given as a gift.
  51. 8,451bullockA young or castrated male bovine animal used for farm work.
  52. 8,452candidacythe state of being a candidate, especially for a political or official position.
  53. 8,453carveTo cut a shape or pattern into wood, stone, or other material.
  54. 8,454clubhouseA building used as a meeting place or headquarters by a club or sports team.
  55. 8,455coarserough or harsh in texture; not fine or smooth.
  56. 8,456collegiaterelating to or characteristic of a college or its students.
  57. 8,457commonplaceso common as to seem ordinary and unremarkable; a thing that is not unusual.
  58. 8,458computeto calculate or work out a number or answer mathematically
  59. 8,459confidentlyin a way that shows self-assurance and certainty
  60. 8,460contemplateto think carefully and seriously about something
  61. 8,461convertera device or program that changes something from one form or system to another.
  62. 8,462coopa cage or enclosed shelter where poultry are kept.
  63. 8,463coronaryrelating to the arteries that supply blood to the heart.
  64. 8,464crookA person who is dishonest or a criminal.
  65. 8,465cucumbera long, green vegetable with a cool, watery flesh, often eaten raw.
  66. 8,466decoshort for Art Deco; a style of decorative design from the 1920s–30s featuring geometric shapes and bold ornamentation.
  67. 8,467depictTo show or represent something in a picture, story, or words.
  68. 8,468diagnoseTo identify an illness or problem after examination.
  69. 8,469directorateA section of a government or organization that is headed by a director.
  70. 8,470divera person who swims underwater, often using special equipment.
  71. 8,471dormanttemporarily inactive or sleeping; not currently active but capable of becoming active again.
  72. 8,472embarrassto cause someone to feel awkward, self-conscious, or ashamed.
  73. 8,473emulateto try to match or surpass someone by imitation; to copy someone admired.
  74. 8,474enquiryan act of asking for information; an official investigation.
  75. 8,475evasionThe act of avoiding or escaping something, especially a responsibility or question.
  76. 8,476evergreenremaining fresh or relevant at all times; (of a plant) retaining green leaves throughout the year.
  77. 8,477evictionthe legal process of forcing someone to leave a property they are renting.
  78. 8,478expulsionthe act of forcing someone to leave a place or organization officially.
  79. 8,479filthdisgusting dirt, garbage, or morally offensive material.
  80. 8,480foliagethe leaves of a plant or tree, especially when considered as a group.
  81. 8,481foreclosurethe legal process by which a lender takes possession of a property when the borrower fails to make payments.
  82. 8,482fortnightA period of two weeks.
  83. 8,483geniea magical spirit from folklore that grants wishes, often depicted as living inside a lamp or bottle.
  84. 8,484gooA sticky or slimy substance that is thick and messy.
  85. 8,485heartbrokenfeeling intense grief or sadness, especially after a loss or disappointment.
  86. 8,486helpera person who assists or supports someone else with a task.
  87. 8,487hesitantFeeling unsure or slow to act due to uncertainty or nervousness.
  88. 8,488hoopa circular band or ring, often used in games or as a structural frame
  89. 8,489hubbyAn informal word for husband.
  90. 8,490hurdlean obstacle or difficulty that must be dealt with before progress can be made.
  91. 8,491hypertensiona condition in which blood pressure is persistently too high
  92. 8,492immortalityThe state of living or lasting forever; eternal existence.
  93. 8,493indefiniteNot clearly defined or determined; having no fixed limit.
  94. 8,494insightfulshowing a deep and accurate understanding of a person or situation.
  95. 8,495irrespectivewithout being affected or influenced by; regardless of.
  96. 8,496kickeran unexpected twist or surprising element that changes everything.
  97. 8,497ledgea narrow, flat surface that sticks out from a wall or cliff.
  98. 8,498maltgrain (usually barley) that has been soaked, germinated, and dried, used in brewing and distilling.
  99. 8,499mindfulnessThe mental state of being fully aware and present in the current moment, without judgment.
  100. 8,500moderatora person who presides over a discussion or debate to keep it fair and orderly.