Words Containing A
Welcome to a world of words where the letter 'A' takes center stage! Dive into a vibrant collection that showcases the versatility and charm of this beloved vowel. From adventurous adjectives to amazing nouns, discover the magic and melody of words that proudly flaunt the ever-present 'A'. Enjoy your linguistic exploration!
2 letter words
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| at | 2 | a highly unstable radioactive element (the heaviest of the halogen series); a decay product of uranium and thorium | - |
| as | 2 | a United States territory on the eastern part of the island of Samoa | - |
| an | 2 | an associate degree in nursing | - |
| am | 4 | a radioactive transuranic metallic element; discovered by bombarding uranium with helium atoms | - |
| ah | 5 | - | - |
| ma | 4 | one thousandth of an ampere | - |
| ha | 5 | (astronomy) the angular distance of a celestial point measured westward along the celestial equator from the zenith crossing; the right ascension for an observer at a particular location and time of day | - |
| ya | 5 | - | - |
| la | 2 | a white soft metallic element that tarnishes readily; occurs in rare earth minerals and is usually classified as a rare earth | - |
| al | 2 | a silvery ductile metallic element found primarily in bauxite | - |
| da | 3 | an official prosecutor for a judicial district | - |
| aw | 5 | - | - |
| na | 2 | a silvery soft waxy metallic element of the alkali metal group; occurs abundantly in natural compounds (especially in salt water); burns with a yellow flame and reacts violently in water; occurs in sea water and in the mineral halite (rock salt) | - |
| pa | 4 | an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk | - |
| ad | 3 | in the Christian era; used before dates after the supposed year Christ was born | - |
| ta | 2 | a hard grey lustrous metallic element that is highly resistant to corrosion; occurs in niobite and fergusonite and tantalite | - |
| ba | 4 | a bachelor's degree in arts and sciences | - |
| ay | 5 | - | - |
| ai | 2 | an agency of the United States Army responsible for providing timely and relevant and accurate and synchronized intelligence to tactical and operational and strategic level commanders | - |
| ja | 9 | - | - |
| ka | 6 | unknown god; an epithet of Prajapati and Brahma | - |
| ar | 2 | a unit of surface area equal to 100 square meters | - |
| fa | 5 | the syllable naming the fourth (subdominant) note of the diatonic scale in solmization | - |
| ax | 9 | terminate | The NSF axed the research program and stopped funding it |
| aa | 2 | an associate degree in arts | - |
| ab | 4 | the eleventh month of the civil year; the fifth month of the ecclesiastical year in the Jewish calendar (in July and August) | - |
| ae | 2 | - | - |
| ag | 3 | a soft white precious univalent metallic element having the highest electrical and thermal conductivity of any metal; occurs in argentite and in free form; used in coins and jewelry and tableware and photography | - |
| ea | 2 | the Babylonian god of wisdom; son of Apsu and father of Marduk; counterpart of the Sumerian Enki; as one of the supreme triad including Anu and Bel he was assigned control of the watery element | - |
| za | 11 | - | - |
3 letter words
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| and | 4 | A particle which expresses the relation of connection or addition. It is used to conjoin a word with a word, a clause with a clause, or a sentence with a sentence. | - |
| are | 3 | a unit of surface area equal to 100 square meters | - |
| was | 6 | - | - |
| can | 5 | a buoy with a round bottom and conical top | - |
| all | 3 | to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (`whole' is often used informally for `wholly') | a totally new situation |
| man | 5 | someone who serves in the armed forces; a member of a military force | - |
| say | 6 | have or contain a certain wording or form | What does the law say? |
| had | 7 | - | - |
| has | 6 | - | - |
| way | 9 | space for movement | make way for |
| any | 6 | one or some or every or all without specification | give me any peaches you don't want |
| day | 7 | the time after sunrise and before sunset while it is light outside | the dawn turned night into day |
| dad | 5 | an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk | - |
| bad | 6 | with great intensity (`bad' is a nonstandard variant for `badly') | the injury hurt badly |
| ask | 7 | consider obligatory; request and expect | Aren't we asking too much of these children? |
| car | 5 | a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine | he needs a car to get to work |
| may | 8 | thorny Eurasian shrub of small tree having dense clusters of white to scarlet flowers followed by deep red berries; established as an escape in eastern North America | - |
| saw | 6 | a power tool for cutting wood | - |
| eat | 3 | take in food; used of animals only | This dog doesn't eat certain kinds of meat |
| pay | 8 | cancel or discharge a debt | pay up, please! |
| ago | 4 | gone by; or in the past | two years ago |
| ass | 3 | slang for sexual intercourse | - |
| far | 6 | a terrorist organization that seeks to overthrow the government dominated by Tutsi and to institute Hutu control again | - |
| war | 6 | the waging of armed conflict against an enemy | thousands of people were killed in the war |
| law | 6 | the learned profession that is mastered by graduate study in a law school and that is responsible for the judicial system | he studied law at Yale |
| air | 3 | expose to fresh air | - |
| mad | 6 | roused to anger | she gets mad when you wake her up so early |
| age | 4 | a time of life (usually defined in years) at which some particular qualification or power arises | she was now of school age |
| bag | 6 | an activity that you like or at which you are superior | his bag now is learning to play golf |
| act | 5 | pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind | He acted the idiot |
| sea | 3 | anything apparently limitless in quantity or volume | - |
| tea | 3 | a tropical evergreen shrub or small tree extensively cultivated in e.g. China and Japan and India; source of tea leaves | tea has fragrant white flowers |
| sad | 4 | bad; unfortunate | her clothes were in sad shape |
| ran | 3 | - | - |
| bar | 5 | a portable .30 caliber automatic rifle operated by gas pressure and fed by cartridges from a magazine; used by United States troops in World War I and in World War II and in the Korean War | - |
| fat | 6 | make fat or plump | - |
| art | 3 | the products of human creativity; works of art collectively | an art exhibition |
| gay | 7 | homosexual or arousing homosexual desires | - |
| sam | 5 | a guided missile fired from land or shipboard against an airborne target | - |
| cat | 5 | a large tracked vehicle that is propelled by two endless metal belts; frequently used for moving earth in construction and farm work | - |
| gas | 4 | a fossil fuel in the gaseous state; used for cooking and heating homes | - |
| san | 3 | - | - |
| ray | 6 | a group of nearly parallel lines of electromagnetic radiation | - |
| van | 6 | the leading units moving at the head of an army | - |
| arm | 5 | any instrument or instrumentality used in fighting or hunting | - |
| max | 12 | street names for gamma hydroxybutyrate | - |
| lay | 6 | a narrative poem of popular origin | - |
| hat | 6 | headdress that protects the head from bad weather; has shaped crown and usually a brim | - |
| aah | 6 | express admiration and pleasure by uttering `ooh' or `aah' | They oohed and aahed when they unwrapped the presents |
| pal | 5 | a close friend who accompanies his buddies in their activities | - |
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4 letter words
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| that | 7 | As a demonstrative pronoun, that usually points out, or refers to, a person or thing previously mentioned, or supposed to be understood. That, as a demonstrative, may precede the noun to which it refers. | that which he has said is true |
| what | 10 | Something; thing; stuff. | - |
| have | 10 | serve oneself to, or consume regularly | - |
| want | 7 | have need of | This piano wants the attention of a competent tuner |
| yeah | 10 | not only so, but | - |
| take | 8 | the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property | - |
| back | 12 | a support that you can lean against while sitting | the back of the dental chair was adjustable |
| okay | 11 | in a satisfactory or adequate manner | she'll do okay on her own |
| make | 10 | put in order or neaten | make the bed |
| said | 5 | being the one previously mentioned or spoken of | said party has denied the charges |
| mean | 6 | (used of sums of money) so small in amount as to deserve contempt | - |
| call | 6 | assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to | - |
| wait | 7 | the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something) | the wait was an ordeal for him |
| away | 10 | out of the way (especially away from one's thoughts) | pushed all doubts away |
| talk | 8 | exchange thoughts; talk with | We often talk business |
| than | 7 | A particle expressing comparison, used after certain adjectives and adverbs which express comparison or diversity, as more, better, other, otherwise, and the like. It is usually followed by the object compared in the nominative case. Sometimes, however, the object compared is placed in the objective case, and than is then considered by some grammarians as a preposition. Sometimes the object is expressed in a sentence, usually introduced by that. | I would rather suffer than that you should want |
| name | 6 | assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to | They named their son David |
| last | 4 | persist for a specified period of time | The bad weather lasted for three days |
| stay | 7 | hang on during a trial of endurance | - |
| made | 7 | produced by a manufacturing process | bought some made goods at the local store; rope and nails |
| came | 8 | - | - |
| hear | 7 | get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally | - |
| same | 6 | a member of an indigenous nomadic people living in northern Scandinavia and herding reindeer | - |
| care | 6 | prefer or wish to do something | Do you care to try this dish? |
| many | 9 | a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by `as' or `too' or `so' or `that'; amounting to a large but indefinite number | many temptations |
| dead | 6 | devoid of physical sensation; numb | his gums were dead from the novocain |
| real | 4 | being or reflecting the essential or genuine character of something | - |
| baby | 11 | a very young child (birth to 1 year) who has not yet begun to walk or talk | the baby began to cry again |
| play | 9 | contend against an opponent in a sport, game, or battle | Princeton plays Yale this weekend |
| also | 4 | in addition | - |
| days | 8 | the time during which someone's life continues | the monarch's last days |
| head | 8 | (computer science) a tiny electromagnetic coil and metal pole used to write and read magnetic patterns on a disk | - |
| year | 7 | a body of students who graduate together | she was in my year at Hoehandle High |
| hard | 8 | (of light) transmitted directly from a pointed light source | - |
| idea | 5 | (music) melodic subject of a musical composition | the accompanist picked up the idea and elaborated it |
| damn | 7 | something of little value | his promise is not worth a damn |
| face | 9 | a contorted facial expression | - |
| says | 7 | - | - |
| each | 9 | to or from every one of two or more (considered individually) | they received $10 each |
| hand | 8 | the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb | he had the hands of a surgeon |
| late | 4 | in the recent past | lately the rules have been enforced |
| easy | 7 | not hurried or forced | an easy walk around the block |
| part | 6 | the effort contributed by a person in bringing about a result | - |
| case | 6 | a specific size and style of type within a type family | - |
| gave | 8 | - | - |
| read | 5 | have or contain a certain wording or form | The passage reads as follows |
| deal | 5 | an agreement between parties (usually arrived at after discussion) fixing obligations of each | he rose to prominence through a series of shady deals |
| game | 7 | your occupation or line of work | he's in the plumbing game |
| half | 10 | one of two equal parts of a divisible whole | half a loaf |
| walk | 11 | the act of traveling by foot | walking is a healthy form of exercise |
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5 letter words
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| about | 7 | used of movement to or among many different places or in no particular direction | wandering about with no place to go |
| gonna | 6 | - | - |
| thank | 12 | express gratitude or show appreciation to | - |
| again | 6 | anew | she tried again |
| great | 6 | in an advanced stage of pregnancy | was great with child |
| after | 8 | happening at a time subsequent to a reference time | it didn't happen until afterward |
| leave | 8 | leave unchanged or undisturbed or refrain from taking | leave it as is |
| maybe | 12 | by chance | - |
| years | 8 | a prolonged period of time | I haven't been there for years and years |
| place | 9 | a job in an organization | - |
| today | 9 | in these times | today almost every home has television |
| woman | 10 | a human female employed to do housework | I have a woman who comes in four hours a day while I write |
| happy | 15 | marked by good fortune | a happy outcome |
| wanna | 8 | - | - |
| alone | 5 | without anybody else or anything else | the child stayed home alone |
| ready | 9 | apprehending and responding with speed and sensitivity | a ready wit |
| heard | 9 | detected or perceived by the sense of hearing | a conversation heard through the wall |
| start | 5 | get off the ground | Who started this company? |
| later | 5 | coming at a subsequent time or stage | - |
| haven | 11 | a sheltered port where ships can take on or discharge cargo | - |
| gotta | 6 | - | - |
| heart | 8 | the hollow muscular organ located behind the sternum and between the lungs; its rhythmic contractions move the blood through the body | he stood still, his heart thumping wildly |
| watch | 13 | a person employed to keep watch for some anticipated event | - |
| crazy | 19 | affected with madness or insanity | - |
| water | 8 | the part of the earth's surface covered with water (such as a river or lake or ocean) | they invaded our territorial waters |
| cause | 7 | any entity that produces an effect or is responsible for events or results | - |
| death | 9 | the time at which life ends; continuing until dead | she stayed until his death |
| speak | 11 | exchange thoughts; talk with | - |
| hands | 9 | the force of workers available | - |
| means | 7 | considerable capital (wealth or income) | he is a man of means |
| least | 5 | used to form the superlative | The garter snake is the least dangerous snake |
| party | 10 | an organization to gain political power | in 1992 Perot tried to organize a third party at the national level |
| shall | 8 | - | - |
| stand | 6 | put up with something or somebody unpleasant | - |
| break | 11 | (tennis) a score consisting of winning a game when your opponent was serving | he was up two breaks in the second set |
| small | 7 | not large but sufficient in size or amount | helped in my own small way |
| black | 13 | make or become black | The smoke blackened the ceiling |
| ahead | 9 | having the leading position or higher score in a contest | he is ahead by a pawn |
| daddy | 11 | an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk | - |
| alive | 8 | capable of erupting | the volcano is very much alive |
| clear | 7 | become clear | The sky cleared after the storm |
| along | 6 | with a forward motion | we drove along admiring the view |
| dream | 8 | a cherished desire | - |
| dance | 8 | move in a pattern; usually to musical accompaniment; do or perform a dance | My husband and I like to dance at home to the radio |
| human | 10 | any living or extinct member of the family Hominidae characterized by superior intelligence, articulate speech, and erect carriage | - |
| earth | 8 | the 3rd planet from the sun; the planet we live on | - |
| taken | 9 | understood in a certain way; made sense of | a word taken literally |
| catch | 12 | reach with a blow or hit in a particular spot | - |
| class | 7 | a body of students who graduate together | the class of '97 |
| learn | 5 | commit to memory; learn by heart | - |
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6 letter words
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| really | 9 | used as intensifiers; `real' is sometimes used informally for `really'; `rattling' is informal | a really enjoyable evening |
| please | 8 | give pleasure to or be pleasing to | These colors please the senses |
| always | 12 | at all times; all the time and on every occasion | I will always be there to help you |
| father | 12 | `Father' is a term of address for priests in some churches (especially the Roman Catholic Church or the Orthodox Catholic Church); `Padre' is frequently used in the military | - |
| around | 7 | used of movement to or among many different places or in no particular direction | news gets around (or about) |
| thanks | 13 | an acknowledgment of appreciation | - |
| wanted | 10 | characterized by feeling or showing fond affection for | so good to feel wanted |
| family | 14 | a social unit living together | he moved his family to Virginia |
| called | 9 | - | - |
| matter | 8 | a vaguely specified concern | several matters to attend to |
| saying | 10 | a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations | - |
| anyone | 9 | One taken at random rather than by selection; anybody. | - |
| change | 12 | lay aside, abandon, or leave for another | The car changed lanes |
| anyway | 15 | in any way whatsoever | get it done anyway you can |
| happen | 13 | come upon, as if by accident; meet with | I happened upon the most wonderful bakery not very far from here |
| having | 13 | - | - |
| taking | 11 | very attractive; capturing interest | something inexpressibly taking in his manner |
| afraid | 10 | feeling worry or concern or insecurity | She was afraid that I might be embarrassed |
| making | 13 | the act that results in something coming to be | the making of measurements |
| almost | 8 | (of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but | the baby was almost asleep when the alarm sounded |
| chance | 13 | a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances | now is your chance |
| answer | 9 | react verbally | She didn't want to answer |
| scared | 9 | made afraid | too shocked and scared to move |
| reason | 6 | present reasons and arguments | - |
| cannot | 8 | - | - |
| asking | 11 | the verbal act of requesting | - |
| master | 8 | a combatant who is able to defeat rivals | - |
| ladies | 7 | - | - |
| rather | 9 | more readily or willingly | I'd rather be in Philadelphia |
| normal | 8 | something regarded as a normative example | - |
| caught | 12 | - | - |
| attack | 12 | ideas or actions intended to deal with a problem or situation | an attack on inflation |
| handle | 10 | touch, lift, or hold with the hands | Don't handle the merchandise |
| became | 12 | - | - |
| camera | 10 | equipment for taking photographs (usually consisting of a lightproof box with a lens at one end and light-sensitive film at the other) | - |
| charge | 12 | (criminal law) a pleading describing some wrong or offense | he was arrested on a charge of larceny |
| dreams | 9 | - | - |
| across | 8 | transversely | the marble slabs were cut across |
| accept | 12 | give an affirmative reply to; respond favorably to | I cannot accept your invitation |
| eating | 7 | the act of consuming food | - |
| heaven | 12 | any place of complete bliss and delight and peace | - |
| passed | 9 | - | - |
| action | 8 | a military engagement | he saw action in Korea |
| island | 7 | a land mass (smaller than a continent) that is surrounded by water | - |
| played | 12 | (of games) engaged in | the loosely played game |
| lawyer | 12 | a professional person authorized to practice law; conducts lawsuits or gives legal advice | - |
| beauty | 11 | a very attractive or seductive looking woman | - |
| famous | 11 | widely known and esteemed | a famous actor |
| asleep | 8 | lacking sensation | my foot is asleep |
| escape | 10 | remove oneself from a familiar environment, usually for pleasure or diversion | We escaped to our summer house for a few days |
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7 letter words
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| because | 11 | By or for the cause that; on this account that; for the reason that. | - |
| another | 10 | any of various alternatives; some other | put it off to another (or some other) day |
| talking | 12 | an exchange of ideas via conversation | - |
| already | 11 | - | - |
| waiting | 11 | being and remaining ready and available for use | waiting cars and limousines lined the curb |
| exactly | 19 | indicating exactness or preciseness | he was doing precisely (or exactly) what she had told him to do |
| married | 10 | of or relating to the state of marriage | married bliss |
| anymore | 12 | at the present or from now on; usually used with a negative | Alice doesn't live here anymore |
| husband | 13 | a married man; a woman's partner in marriage | - |
| against | 8 | Abreast; opposite to; facing; towards; in this sense often preceded by over. | against the mouth of a river |
| alright | 11 | in a satisfactory or adequate manner | - |
| leaving | 11 | the act of departing | - |
| playing | 13 | the performance of a part or role in a drama | - |
| special | 11 | added to a regular schedule | a special holiday flight |
| company | 16 | a social or business visitor | the room was a mess because he hadn't expected company |
| anybody | 16 | Any one out of an indefinite number of persons; anyone; any person. | - |
| careful | 12 | unhurried and with care and dignity | - |
| perhaps | 14 | by chance | perhaps she will call tomorrow |
| bastard | 10 | derogatory term for a variation that is not genuine; something irregular or inferior or of dubious origin | the architecture was a kind of bastard suggesting Gothic but not true Gothic |
| strange | 8 | not known before | used many strange words |
| finally | 13 | the item at the end | - |
| changed | 14 | changed in constitution or structure or composition by metamorphism | - |
| calling | 10 | the particular occupation for which you are trained | - |
| captain | 11 | the leader of a group of people | a captain of industry |
| explain | 16 | serve as a reason or cause or justification of | Her recent divorce may explain her reluctance to date again |
| imagine | 10 | form a mental image of something that is not present or that is not the case | - |
| totally | 10 | to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (`whole' is often used informally for `wholly') | a totally new situation |
| station | 7 | assign to a station | - |
| asshole | 10 | insulting terms of address for people who are stupid or irritating or ridiculous | - |
| mistake | 13 | a wrong action attributable to bad judgment or ignorance or inattention | he made a bad mistake |
| teacher | 12 | a person whose occupation is teaching | - |
| darling | 9 | an Australian river; tributary of the Murray River | - |
| message | 10 | what a communication that is about something is about | - |
| instead | 8 | in place of, or as an alternative to | Felix became a herpetologist instead |
| amazing | 19 | inspiring awe or admiration or wonder | New York is an amazing city |
| general | 8 | a general officer of the highest rank | - |
| michael | 14 | (Old Testament) the guardian archangel of the Jews | - |
| certain | 9 | having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured | felt certain of success |
| village | 11 | a mainly residential district of Manhattan; `the Village' became a home for many writers and artists in the 20th century | - |
| wearing | 11 | the act of having on your person as a covering or adornment | - |
| walking | 15 | the act of traveling by foot | walking is a healthy form of exercise |
| goddamn | 12 | extremely | you are goddamn right! |
| forward | 14 | forward in time or order or degree | - |
| machine | 14 | a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine | - |
| realize | 16 | make real or concrete; give reality or substance to | - |
| grandma | 11 | the mother of your father or mother | - |
| private | 12 | not expressed | secret (or private) thoughts |
| arrived | 11 | - | - |
| staying | 11 | - | - |
| charlie | 12 | - | - |
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8 letter words
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| anything | 15 | - | - |
| actually | 13 | in actual fact | to be nominally but not actually independent |
| whatever | 17 | one or some or every or all without specification | give me whatever peaches you don't want |
| daughter | 13 | a female human offspring | her daughter cared for her in her old age |
| probably | 17 | easy to believe on the basis of available evidence | he will probably win the election |
| hospital | 13 | a health facility where patients receive treatment | - |
| straight | 12 | characterized by honesty and fairness | straight dealing |
| birthday | 17 | the date on which a person was born | - |
| laughing | 13 | showing or feeling mirth or pleasure or happiness | laughing children |
| watching | 17 | the act of observing; taking a patient look | - |
| accident | 13 | anything that happens suddenly or by chance without an apparent cause | winning the lottery was a happy accident |
| marriage | 11 | two people who are married to each other | his second marriage was happier than the first |
| speaking | 15 | delivering an address to a public audience | - |
| anywhere | 17 | at or in or to any place | you can find this food anywhere |
| thousand | 12 | denoting a quantity consisting of 1,000 items or units | - |
| pleasure | 10 | a fundamental feeling that is hard to define but that people desire to experience | he was tingling with pleasure |
| standing | 10 | an ordered listing of scores or results showing the relative positions of competitors (individuals or teams) in a sporting event | - |
| personal | 10 | a short newspaper article about a particular person or group | - |
| starting | 9 | a turn to be a starter (in a game at the beginning) | his starting meant that the coach thought he was one of their best linemen |
| pregnant | 11 | rich in significance or implication | - |
| bathroom | 15 | a room or building equipped with one or more toilets | - |
| favorite | 14 | preferred above all others and treated with partiality | - |
| military | 13 | the military forces of a nation | their military is the largest in the region |
| upstairs | 10 | on a floor above | they lived upstairs |
| language | 10 | a systematic means of communicating by the use of sounds or conventional symbols | he taught foreign languages |
| practice | 14 | translating an idea into action | a hard theory to put into practice |
| national | 8 | a person who owes allegiance to that nation | - |
| although | 15 | - | - |
| handsome | 14 | given or giving freely | a handsome allowance |
| mountain | 10 | a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill | - |
| training | 9 | activity leading to skilled behavior | - |
| greatest | 9 | highest in quality | - |
| prepared | 13 | having made preparations | prepared to take risks |
| research | 13 | inquire into | the students had to research the history of the Second World War for their history project |
| football | 13 | any of various games played with a ball (round or oval) in which two teams try to kick or carry or propel the ball into each other's goal | - |
| sergeant | 9 | a lawman with the rank of sergeant | - |
| breaking | 15 | the act of breaking something | - |
| realized | 18 | successfully completed or brought to an end | the joy of a realized ambition overcame him |
| criminal | 12 | someone who has committed a crime or has been legally convicted of a crime | - |
| contract | 12 | become smaller or draw together | - |
| planning | 11 | the cognitive process of thinking about what you will do in the event of something happening | his planning for retirement was hindered by several uncertainties |
| painting | 11 | graphic art consisting of an artistic composition made by applying paints to a surface | a small painting by Picasso |
| laughter | 12 | the sound of laughing | - |
| original | 9 | something that serves as a model or a basis for making copies | this painting is a copy of the original |
| vacation | 13 | leisure time away from work devoted to rest or pleasure | we get two weeks of vacation every summer |
| distance | 11 | go far ahead of | He outdistanced the other runners |
| audience | 11 | an opportunity to state your case and be heard | he saw that he had lost his audience |
| everyday | 18 | appropriate for ordinary or routine occasions | everyday clothes |
| romantic | 12 | expressive of or exciting sexual love or romance | a romantic adventure |
| changing | 15 | marked by continuous change or effective action | - |
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9 letter words
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| beautiful | 14 | delighting the senses or exciting intellectual or emotional admiration | a beautiful child |
| important | 13 | having authority or ascendancy or influence | an important official |
| yesterday | 16 | the day immediately before today | it was in yesterday's newspapers |
| happening | 17 | an event that happens | - |
| dangerous | 11 | involving or causing danger or risk; liable to hurt or harm | a dangerous criminal |
| attention | 9 | the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others | - |
| situation | 9 | a condition or position in which you find yourself | the unpleasant situation (or position) of having to choose between two evils |
| afternoon | 12 | a conventional expression of greeting or farewell | - |
| certainly | 14 | definitely or positively (`sure' is sometimes used informally for `surely') | she certainly is a hard worker |
| apartment | 13 | a suite of rooms usually on one floor of an apartment house | - |
| screaming | 14 | sharp piercing cry | her screaming attracted the neighbors |
| necessary | 14 | anything indispensable | - |
| fantastic | 14 | ludicrously odd | fantastic Halloween costumes |
| breakfast | 18 | eat an early morning meal | We breakfast at seven |
| according | 15 | (followed by `to') as reported or stated by | according to historians |
| apologize | 21 | acknowledge faults or shortcomings or failing | I apologized for being late |
| operation | 11 | activity by a military or naval force (as a maneuver or campaign) | it was a joint operation of the navy and air force |
| character | 16 | a formal recommendation by a former employer to a potential future employer describing the person's qualifications and dependability | requests for character references are all too often answered evasively |
| brilliant | 11 | clear and sharp and ringing | the brilliant sound of the trumpets |
| happiness | 16 | state of well-being characterized by emotions ranging from contentment to intense joy | - |
| political | 13 | involving or characteristic of politics or parties or politicians | calling a meeting is a political act in itself |
| chocolate | 16 | a medium brown to dark-brown color | - |
| celebrate | 13 | behave as expected during of holidays or rites | celebrate Christmas |
| carefully | 17 | as if with kid gloves; with caution or prudence or tact | - |
| insurance | 11 | written contract or certificate of insurance | - |
| gentleman | 12 | a manservant who acts as a personal attendant to his employer | - |
| cigarette | 12 | finely ground tobacco wrapped in paper; for smoking | - |
| breathing | 15 | the bodily process of inhalation and exhalation; the process of taking in oxygen from inhaled air and releasing carbon dioxide by exhalation | - |
| basically | 16 | in essence; at bottom or by one's (or its) very nature | He is basically dishonest |
| commander | 16 | an officer in the airforce | - |
| disappear | 14 | cease to exist | - |
| mountains | 11 | - | - |
| assistant | 9 | a person who contributes to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose | my invaluable assistant |
| treatment | 11 | the management of someone or something | the treatment of water sewage |
| secretary | 14 | a person to whom a secret is entrusted | - |
| christian | 14 | a religious person who believes Jesus is the Christ and who is a member of a Christian denomination | - |
| challenge | 15 | take exception to | She challenged his claims |
| ambulance | 15 | a vehicle that takes people to and from hospitals | - |
| agreement | 12 | the statement (oral or written) of an exchange of promises | they had an agreement that they would not interfere in each other's business |
| available | 14 | convenient for use or disposal | the house is available after July 1 |
| newspaper | 16 | the physical object that is the product of a newspaper publisher | when it began to rain he covered his head with a newspaper |
| education | 12 | the United States federal department that administers all federal programs dealing with education (including federal aid to educational institutions and students); created 1979 | - |
| sacrifice | 16 | the act of killing (an animal or person) in order to propitiate a deity | - |
| statement | 11 | (computer science) a line of code written as part of a computer program | - |
| desperate | 12 | fraught with extreme danger; nearly hopeless | a desperate illness |
| advantage | 14 | benefit resulting from some event or action | it turned out to my advantage |
| champagne | 19 | a region of northeastern France | - |
| guarantee | 10 | give surety or assume responsibility | - |
| nightmare | 15 | a situation resembling a terrifying dream | - |
| searching | 15 | having keenness and forcefulness and penetration in thought, expression, or intellect | searching insights |
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10 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| understand | 12 | believe to be the case | I understand you have no previous experience? |
| absolutely | 15 | completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers | an absolutely magnificent painting |
| especially | 17 | to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common | an especially (or specially) cautious approach to the danger |
| appreciate | 16 | be fully aware of; realize fully | Do you appreciate the full meaning of this letter? |
| sweetheart | 16 | a very attractive or seductive looking woman | - |
| restaurant | 10 | a building where people go to eat | - |
| department | 15 | a specialized division of a large organization | you'll find it in the hardware department |
| lieutenant | 10 | an officer in a police force | - |
| apparently | 17 | unmistakably (`plain' is often used informally for `plainly') | she has apparently been living here for some time |
| downstairs | 14 | on or of lower floors of a building | the downstairs (or downstair) phone |
| personally | 15 | in the flesh; without involving anyone else | I went there personally |
| eventually | 16 | after an unspecified period of time or an especially long delay | - |
| particular | 14 | exacting especially about details | very particular about how her food was prepared |
| afterwards | 17 | happening at a time subsequent to a reference time | - |
| generation | 11 | a coming into being | - |
| reputation | 12 | the state of being held in high esteem and honor | - |
| background | 20 | understate the importance or quality of | - |
| attractive | 15 | having power to arouse interest | an attractive opportunity |
| chattering | 16 | the high-pitched continuing noise made by animals (birds or monkeys) | - |
| atmosphere | 17 | a particular environment or surrounding influence | there was an atmosphere of excitement |
| threatened | 14 | (of flora or fauna) likely in the near future to become endangered | the spotted owl is a threatened species, not yet an endangered one |
| individual | 15 | characteristic of or meant for a single person or thing | an individual serving |
| commercial | 18 | a commercially sponsored ad on radio or television | - |
| invitation | 13 | a request (spoken or written) to participate or be present or take part in something | an invitation to lunch |
| photograph | 21 | record on photographic film | I photographed the scene of the accident |
| underneath | 14 | - | - |
| basketball | 18 | a game played on a court by two opposing teams of 5 players; points are scored by throwing the ball through an elevated horizontal hoop | - |
| population | 14 | (statistics) the entire aggregation of items from which samples can be drawn | it is an estimate of the mean of the population |
| officially | 21 | with official authorization | - |
| medication | 15 | (medicine) something that treats or prevents or alleviates the symptoms of disease | - |
| reasonable | 12 | not excessive or extreme | reasonable prices |
| constantly | 15 | without interruption | the world is constantly changing |
| appearance | 16 | pretending that something is the case in order to make a good impression | they try to keep up appearances |
| journalist | 17 | someone who keeps a diary or journal | - |
| management | 15 | the act of managing something | he was given overall management of the program |
| foundation | 14 | education or instruction in the fundamentals of a field of knowledge | he lacks the foundation necessary for advanced study |
| engagement | 14 | a mutual promise to marry | - |
| resistance | 12 | an electrical device that resists the flow of electrical current | - |
| graduation | 12 | the act of arranging in grades | - |
| aggressive | 15 | characteristic of an enemy or one eager to fight | aggressive acts against another country |
| operations | 12 | financial transactions at a brokerage; having to do with the execution of trades and keeping customer records | - |
| literature | 10 | the humanistic study of a body of literature | - |
| kidnapping | 20 | (law) the unlawful act of capturing and carrying away a person against their will and holding them in false imprisonment | - |
| practicing | 17 | - | - |
| remarkable | 18 | worthy of attention because interesting, significant, or unusual | a remarkable achievement |
| physically | 23 | in accord with physical laws | it is physically impossible |
| assignment | 13 | a duty that you are assigned to perform (especially in the armed forces) | - |
| ambassador | 15 | a diplomat of the highest rank; accredited as representative from one country to another | - |
| assistance | 12 | a person or thing that is a resource that helps make something easier or possible to do | his job was to give technical assistance over the phone |
| originally | 14 | before now | - |
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Imagine a world where the letter A didn’t exist—our language would stumble, sputter, and fall apart! The letter A is the first vowel of the English alphabet, and it’s a linguistic powerhouse. It creates sounds that range from the crisp bite of an apple to the open awe of a grand canyon. Words containing A are not just fundamental; they’re fascinating. From simple phrases we use daily to complex terms that challenge our tongues, these words add flavor and depth to our communication. Let’s embark on a journey exploring how the presence of A shapes and reshapes our words, adding layers of meaning and musicality.
About words containing A
The letter A is one of the most common letters in the English language, appearing in around 8% of all words. Its versatility stems from its ability to adapt—it can carry a short, sharp sound as in "cat," or a long, resonant tone as in "cake." This adaptability makes A a favorite in poetry and songwriting, where rhythm and rhyme reign supreme. The position of A within a word can also alter its pronunciation and meaning. Take "ban" and "nab" for example: the switcheroo of letters creates distinct sounds and entirely different meanings, showcasing the letter's playful yet pivotal role in word formation.
Moreover, words containing A often impart an impression of openness and breadth, perhaps because of the way our mouths naturally widen to articulate them. Words like "vast" and "grand" inherently evoke a sense of expanse, while words like "laugh" bring out the universality of human emotion. It's no wonder that A finds itself at the heart of many crucial words, whether they convey everyday concepts or complex ideas. As we delve deeper into this realm, you'll discover not only popular words but also those that score high in games and even some that might leave your friends scratching their heads!
Popular word examples
Words containing A are everywhere, and they are some of the most beloved in the English language. Here are ten examples that showcase the charm and utility of these words.
Apple
- Definition: A round fruit with red or green skin and a crisp interior.
- Example in a Sentence: An apple a day keeps the doctor away.
- Fun Fact: Apples are a member of the rose family, just like pears and plums!
Adventure
- Definition: An unusual and exciting or daring experience.
- Example in a Sentence: They embarked on an adventure to explore the hidden caves.
- Fun Fact: The word "adventure" comes from the Latin "adventurus," meaning "about to happen."
Astronaut
- Definition: A person trained to travel and work in space.
- Example in a Sentence: The astronaut floated weightlessly inside the space station.
- Fun Fact: The word "astronaut" derives from the Greek words for "star" and "sailor."
Banana
- Definition: A long curved fruit with a yellow peel and soft, sweet flesh.
- Example in a Sentence: She sliced a banana into her morning cereal.
- Fun Fact: Bananas are technically berries!
Carnival
- Definition: A public festival with rides, games, and entertainment.
- Example in a Sentence: The town's annual carnival drew visitors from miles around.
- Fun Fact: Carnival is derived from the Latin phrase "carne vale," meaning "farewell to meat."
Magic
- Definition: The power of apparently influencing events by using mysterious forces.
- Example in a Sentence: He amazed the audience with his magic tricks.
- Fun Fact: In ancient times, "magic" was closely tied to religious rituals.
Paradise
- Definition: An ideal or idyllic place or state.
- Example in a Sentence: The tropical island was a paradise for tourists.
- Fun Fact: The word "paradise" comes from an old Persian term for a walled enclosure or garden.
Parade
- Definition: A public procession, especially one celebrating a special day or event.
- Example in a Sentence: The parade featured floats, marching bands, and clowns.
- Fun Fact: Parades date back to ancient times as a way to celebrate military victories.
Gratitude
- Definition: The quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation.
- Example in a Sentence: Expressing gratitude can improve your overall happiness.
- Fun Fact: Gratitude has been linked to positive health outcomes in numerous psychological studies.
Avalanche
- Definition: A mass of snow, ice, and rocks falling rapidly down a mountainside.
- Example in a Sentence: The loud noise triggered an avalanche in the mountains.
- Fun Fact: Avalanches can reach speeds of up to 80 miles per hour!
High-scoring scrabble examples
For Scrabble enthusiasts, words containing A can lead to high scores. Here are some top picks, each promising a cascade of points.
| Word | Scrabble Points | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| Quasar | 15 | A massive and extremely remote celestial object. |
| Jazzy | 33 | Having the characteristics of jazz music, lively or showy. |
| Quartz | 24 | A hard, crystalline mineral composed of silicon and oxygen. |
| Oxazepam | 28 | A medication used to treat anxiety and alcohol withdrawal. |
| Azimuth | 20 | An angular measurement in a spherical coordinate system. |
Popular 5-letter words for Wordle
Wordle players know the value of strategic letter placement. Here are some five-letter wonders that feature the letter A.
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Brave | Ready to face and endure danger or pain. |
| Crave | Feel a powerful desire for something. |
| Angst | A feeling of deep anxiety or dread. |
| Blaze | A very large or fiercely burning fire. |
| Flake | A small, flat, thin piece of something. |
Unusual and rare word examples
Words containing A can sometimes be rare gems, filled with history and intrigue. Here are some that might surprise you.
Abecedarian
- Definition: Relating to the alphabet; arranged alphabetically.
- Interesting Fact: Historically, "abecedarian" was used to describe a novice learning the basics of something, akin to a beginner.
- Example in a Sentence: The abecedarian poem listed animals from A to Z.
Anachronism
- Definition: Something that is out of place in time, often belonging to an earlier period.
- Interesting Fact: Anachronisms are often used intentionally in literature and films to make a point or create humor.
- Example in a Sentence: The presence of a smartphone in the medieval drama was a glaring anachronism.
Absquatulate
- Definition: To leave abruptly or hurriedly; to flee.
- Interesting Fact: This whimsical word emerged in America in the 19th century as part of a trend for humorous coinages.
- Example in a Sentence: When the lights went out, the mischievous children decided to absquatulate from the scene.
Agog
- Definition: Very eager or curious to hear or see something.
- Interesting Fact: "Agog" dates back to the Middle English period, and its etymology is uncertain, adding to its mystique.
- Example in a Sentence: The crowd was agog with anticipation for the concert to begin.
Acquiesce
- Definition: Accept something reluctantly but without protest.
- Interesting Fact: Derived from Latin, "acquiescere" means "to find rest in," highlighting a sense of passive acceptance.
- Example in a Sentence: Despite her reservations, she decided to acquiesce to the committee's decision.
Final words
And there you have it, a delightful exploration into the world of words containing A. From everyday vocabulary to rare linguistic treasures, these words showcase the flexibility and richness that A brings to the English language. Whether you're a word game enthusiast or simply a lover of language, there's always more to discover when it comes to the letter A. Keep exploring, keep learning, and let the words continue to amaze you!
