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