Words Containing B
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2 letter words
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| be | 4 | be priced at | - |
| by | 7 | in reserve; not for immediate use | put something by for her old age |
| bo | 4 | - | - |
| ba | 4 | a bachelor's degree in arts and sciences | - |
| bi | 4 | a heavy brittle diamagnetic trivalent metallic element (resembles arsenic and antimony chemically); usually recovered as a by-product from ores of other metals | - |
| ab | 4 | the eleventh month of the civil year; the fifth month of the ecclesiastical year in the Jewish calendar (in July and August) | - |
| ob | 4 | the branch of medicine dealing with childbirth and care of the mother | - |
3 letter words
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| but | 5 | and nothing more | hopes that last but a moment |
| big | 6 | given or giving freely | was a big tipper |
| bad | 6 | with great intensity (`bad' is a nonstandard variant for `badly') | the injury hurt badly |
| boy | 8 | a male human offspring | his boy is taller than he is |
| job | 12 | a specific piece of work required to be done as a duty or for a specific fee | estimates of the city's loss on that job ranged as high as a million dollars |
| bit | 5 | an indefinitely short time | in just a bit |
| bye | 8 | an automatic advance to the next round in a tournament without playing an opponent | he had a bye in the first round |
| buy | 8 | make illegal payments to in exchange for favors or influence | - |
| bed | 6 | a depression forming the ground under a body of water | he searched for treasure on the ocean bed |
| bet | 5 | the money risked on a gamble | - |
| bag | 6 | an activity that you like or at which you are superior | his bag now is learning to play golf |
| 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 | - |
| bus | 5 | a car that is old and unreliable | the fenders had fallen off that old bus |
| box | 12 | private area in a theater or grandstand where a small group can watch the performance | the royal box was empty |
| ben | 5 | a mountain or tall hill | they were climbing the ben |
| bob | 7 | a short or shortened tail of certain animals | - |
| bro | 5 | - | - |
| beg | 6 | make a solicitation or entreaty for something; request urgently or persistently | - |
| lab | 5 | a workplace for the conduct of scientific research | - |
| rob | 5 | rip off; ask an unreasonable price | - |
| cab | 7 | a car driven by a person whose job is to take passengers where they want to go in exchange for money | - |
| bow | 8 | a knot with two loops and loose ends; used to tie shoelaces | - |
| bug | 6 | tap a telephone or telegraph wire to get information | Is this hotel room bugged? |
| bat | 5 | (baseball) a turn trying to get a hit | he was at bat when it happened |
| bum | 7 | ask for and get free; be a parasite | - |
| bay | 8 | a small recess opening off a larger room | - |
| boo | 5 | a cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt | - |
| rub | 5 | an unforeseen obstacle | - |
| bee | 5 | any of numerous hairy-bodied insects including social and solitary species | - |
| bin | 5 | an identification number consisting of a two-part code assigned to banks and savings associations; the first part shows the location and the second identifies the bank itself | - |
| sub | 5 | a large sandwich made of a long crusty roll split lengthwise and filled with meats and cheese (and tomato and onion and lettuce and condiments); different names are used in different sections of the United States | - |
| web | 8 | computer network consisting of a collection of internet sites that offer text and graphics and sound and animation resources through the hypertext transfer protocol | - |
| bud | 6 | a partially opened flower | - |
| bra | 5 | an undergarment worn by women to support their breasts | - |
| pub | 7 | tavern consisting of a building with a bar and public rooms; often provides light meals | - |
| bid | 6 | (bridge) the number of tricks a bridge player is willing to contract to make | - |
| bam | 7 | a sudden very loud noise | - |
| bon | 5 | - | - |
| tub | 5 | a relatively large open container that you fill with water and use to wash the body | - |
| mob | 7 | a loose affiliation of gangsters in charge of organized criminal activities | - |
| dub | 6 | give a nickname to | - |
| bun | 5 | small rounded bread either plain or sweet | - |
| ban | 5 | forbid the public distribution of ( a movie or a newspaper) | - |
| tab | 5 | sensationalist journalism | - |
| rib | 5 | subject to laughter or ridicule | - |
| deb | 6 | a young woman making her debut into society | - |
| hub | 8 | a center of activity or interest or commerce or transportation; a focal point around which events revolve | the playground is the hub of parental supervision |
| cub | 7 | a male child (a familiar term of address to a boy) | - |
| jab | 12 | stab or pierce | he jabbed the piece of meat with his pocket knife |
| bah | 8 | - | - |
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4 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| back | 12 | a support that you can lean against while sitting | the back of the dental chair was adjustable |
| been | 6 | - | - |
| 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 |
| best | 6 | Canadian physiologist (born in the United States) who assisted F. G. Banting in research leading to the discovery of insulin (1899-1978) | - |
| both | 9 | (used with count nouns) two considered together; the two | both girls are pretty |
| body | 10 | the property of holding together and retaining its shape | wool has more body than rayon |
| boss | 6 | raise in a relief | embossed stationery |
| able | 6 | having a strong healthy body | an able seaman |
| book | 10 | physical objects consisting of a number of pages bound together | he used a large book as a doorstop |
| beat | 6 | a regular route for a sentry or policeman | in the old days a policeman walked a beat and knew all his people by name |
| born | 6 | being talented through inherited qualities | a born musician |
| busy | 9 | (of facilities such as telephones or lavatories) unavailable for use by anyone else or indicating unavailability; (`engaged' is a British term for a busy telephone line) | her line is busy |
| ball | 6 | a lavish dance requiring formal attire | - |
| blue | 6 | of the color intermediate between green and violet; having a color similar to that of a clear unclouded sky | October's bright blue weather |
| bank | 10 | a financial institution that accepts deposits and channels the money into lending activities | he cashed a check at the bank |
| boat | 6 | a dish (often boat-shaped) for serving gravy or sauce | - |
| club | 8 | golf equipment used by a golfer to hit a golf ball | - |
| blow | 9 | make a mess of, destroy or ruin | - |
| beer | 6 | a general name for alcoholic beverages made by fermenting a cereal (or mixture of cereals) flavored with hops | - |
| bill | 6 | a statute in draft before it becomes law | they held a public hearing on the bill |
| bear | 6 | put up with something or somebody unpleasant | I cannot bear his constant criticism |
| band | 7 | an unofficial association of people or groups | - |
| grab | 7 | the act of catching an object with the hands | he made a grab for the ball before it landed |
| burn | 6 | pain that feels hot as if it were on fire | - |
| bomb | 10 | throw bombs at or attack with bombs | The Americans bombed Dresden |
| dumb | 9 | unable to speak because of hereditary deafness | - |
| bird | 7 | informal terms for a (young) woman | - |
| bell | 6 | the shape of a bell | - |
| bite | 6 | a painful wound caused by the thrust of an insect's stinger into skin | - |
| bike | 10 | ride a bicycle | - |
| bath | 9 | an ancient Hebrew liquid measure equal to about 10 gallons | - |
| base | 6 | a terrorist network intensely opposed to the United States that dispenses money and logistical support and training to a wide variety of radical Islamic terrorist groups; has cells in more than 50 countries | - |
| butt | 6 | a victim of ridicule or pranks | - |
| babe | 8 | a very young child (birth to 1 year) who has not yet begun to walk or talk | - |
| bang | 7 | a vigorous blow | he got a bang on the head |
| debt | 7 | an obligation to pay or do something | - |
| bags | 7 | - | - |
| bone | 6 | remove the bones from | bone the turkey before roasting it |
| bull | 6 | (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Taurus | - |
| bush | 9 | 43rd President of the United States; son of George Herbert Walker Bush (born in 1946) | - |
| boom | 8 | a pole carrying an overhead microphone projected over a film or tv set | - |
| belt | 6 | a vigorous blow | - |
| brad | 7 | a small nail | - |
| blew | 9 | - | - |
| bury | 9 | place in a grave or tomb | - |
| bond | 7 | stick to firmly | - |
| bowl | 9 | a small round container that is open at the top for holding tobacco | - |
| buck | 12 | resist | buck the trend |
| bust | 6 | an occasion for excessive eating or drinking | they went on a bust that lasted three days |
| bars | 6 | gymnastic apparatus consisting of two parallel wooden rods supported on uprights | - |
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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 |
| maybe | 12 | by chance | - |
| being | 8 | the state or fact of existing | a point of view gradually coming into being |
| bring | 8 | bestow a quality on | She brings a special atmosphere to our meetings |
| bitch | 12 | informal terms for objecting | - |
| break | 11 | (tennis) a score consisting of winning a game when your opponent was serving | he was up two breaks in the second set |
| blood | 8 | a dissolute man in fashionable society | - |
| black | 13 | make or become black | The smoke blackened the ceiling |
| buddy | 12 | a close friend who accompanies his buddies in their activities | - |
| broke | 11 | lacking funds | - |
| table | 7 | flat tableland with steep edges | - |
| brain | 7 | that which is responsible for one's thoughts, feelings, and conscious brain functions; the seat of the faculty of reason | - |
| begin | 8 | have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense | The DMZ begins right over the hill |
| doubt | 8 | uncertainty about the truth or factuality or existence of something | - |
| board | 8 | get on board of (trains, buses, ships, aircraft, etc.) | - |
| above | 10 | (in writing) at an earlier place | see above |
| balls | 7 | - | - |
| blame | 9 | an accusation that you are responsible for some lapse or misdeed | the police laid the blame on the driver |
| beach | 12 | an area of sand sloping down to the water of a sea or lake | - |
| blind | 8 | something intended to misrepresent the true nature of an activity | the holding company was just a blind |
| build | 8 | make by combining materials and parts | - |
| built | 7 | (used of soaps or cleaning agents) having a substance (an abrasive or filler) added to increase effectiveness | the built liquid detergents |
| began | 8 | - | - |
| bunch | 12 | an informal body of friends | - |
| birth | 10 | the process of giving birth | - |
| bobby | 14 | an informal term for a British policeman | - |
| billy | 10 | a short stout club used primarily by policemen | - |
| bread | 8 | informal terms for money | - |
| bless | 7 | render holy by means of religious rites | - |
| brave | 10 | possessing or displaying courage; able to face and deal with danger or fear without flinching | Familiarity with danger makes a brave man braver but less daring |
| block | 13 | an obstruction in a pipe or tube | we had to call a plumber to clear out the blockage in the drainpipe |
| based | 8 | having a base | firmly based ice |
| bucks | 13 | - | - |
| brown | 10 | a university in Rhode Island | - |
| badly | 11 | in a disobedient or naughty way | he behaved badly in school |
| below | 10 | further down | - |
| bones | 7 | (used in the plural) a percussion instrument consisting of a pair of hollow pieces of wood or bone (usually held between the thumb and fingers) that are made to click together (as by Spanish dancers) in rhythm with the dance | - |
| bride | 8 | Irish abbess; a patron saint of Ireland (453-523) | - |
| bored | 8 | tired of the world | bored with life |
| beast | 7 | a cruelly rapacious person | - |
| bravo | 10 | a murderer (especially one who kills a prominent political figure) who kills by a surprise attack and often is hired to do the deed | - |
| bible | 9 | the sacred writings of the Christian religions | - |
| climb | 11 | go upward with gradual or continuous progress | Did you ever climb up the hill behind your house? |
| brand | 8 | a name given to a product or service | - |
| banks | 11 | English botanist who accompanied Captain Cook on his first voyage to the Pacific Ocean (1743-1820) | - |
| boots | 7 | - | - |
| belly | 10 | the region of the body of a vertebrate between the thorax and the pelvis | - |
| bound | 8 | form the boundary of; be contiguous to | - |
| album | 9 | one or more recordings issued together; originally released on 12-inch phonograph records (usually with attractive record covers) and later on cassette audiotape and compact disc | - |
| beats | 7 | a United States youth subculture of the 1950s; rejected possessions or regular work or traditional dress; for communal living and psychedelic drugs and anarchism; favored modern forms of jazz (e.g., bebop) | - |
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6 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| before | 11 | earlier in time; previously | I had known her before |
| better | 8 | (comparative and superlative of `well') wiser or more advantageous and hence advisable | it would be better to speak to him |
| number | 10 | put into a group | - |
| nobody | 12 | a person of no influence | - |
| become | 12 | undergo a change or development | - |
| behind | 12 | of timepieces | my watch is running behind |
| bought | 12 | - | - |
| became | 12 | - | - |
| broken | 12 | out of working order (`busted' is an informal substitute for `broken') | a broken washing machine |
| bloody | 12 | informal intensifiers | a bloody fool |
| public | 12 | people in general considered as a whole | he is a hero in the eyes of the public |
| bother | 11 | something or someone that causes trouble; a source of unhappiness | a bit of a bother |
| double | 9 | used of homologous chromosomes associated in pairs in synapsis | - |
| beauty | 11 | a very attractive or seductive looking woman | - |
| bigger | 10 | large or big relative to something else | - |
| bottle | 8 | the quantity contained in a bottle | - |
| battle | 8 | an energetic attempt to achieve something | he fought a battle for recognition |
| breath | 11 | a short respite | - |
| bottom | 10 | low-lying alluvial land near a river | - |
| beyond | 12 | - | - |
| belong | 9 | be in the right place or situation | Where do these books belong? |
| bodies | 9 | - | - |
| bridge | 10 | the link between two lenses; rests on the nose | - |
| boring | 9 | the act of drilling a hole in the earth in the hope of producing petroleum | - |
| bright | 12 | clear and sharp and ringing | the bright sound of the trumpet section |
| bullet | 8 | a projectile that is fired from a gun | - |
| buried | 9 | placed in a grave | the hastily buried corpses |
| member | 12 | the male sex organ (`member' is a euphemism) | - |
| buying | 12 | the act of buying | buying and selling fill their days |
| borrow | 11 | take up and practice as one's own | - |
| barely | 11 | almost not | she barely seemed to notice him |
| burned | 9 | ruined by overcooking | - |
| behave | 14 | behave well or properly | The children must learn to behave |
| button | 8 | a device that when pressed will release part of a mechanism | - |
| border | 9 | form the boundary of; be contiguous to | - |
| mobile | 10 | affording change (especially in social status) | upwardly mobile |
| beaten | 8 | much trodden and worn smooth or bare | did not stray from the beaten path |
| rabbit | 10 | the fur of a rabbit | - |
| global | 9 | involving the entire earth; not limited or provincial in scope | global war |
| object | 17 | the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable) | the sole object of her trip was to see her children |
| berlin | 8 | capital of Germany located in eastern Germany | - |
| beside | 9 | At the side of; on one side of. | - |
| nearby | 11 | close at hand | the nearby towns |
| albert | 8 | prince consort of Queen Victoria of England (1819-1861) | - |
| butter | 8 | a fighter who strikes the opponent with his head | - |
| brazil | 17 | the largest Latin American country and the largest Portuguese speaking country in the world; located in the central and northeastern part of South America; world's leading coffee exporter | - |
| abroad | 9 | far away from home or one's usual surroundings | - |
| behalf | 14 | as the agent of or on someone's part (usually expressed as `on behalf of' rather than `in behalf of') | the guardian signed the contract on behalf of the minor child |
| boxing | 16 | the enclosure of something in a package or box | - |
| backup | 16 | a musical part (vocal or instrumental) that supports or provides background for other musical parts | - |
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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. | - |
| believe | 12 | judge or regard; look upon; judge | I believe her to be very smart |
| brother | 12 | a close friend who accompanies his buddies in their activities | - |
| problem | 13 | a source of difficulty | what's the problem? |
| husband | 13 | a married man; a woman's partner in marriage | - |
| between | 12 | in the interval | dancing all the dances with little rest between |
| brought | 13 | - | - |
| trouble | 9 | a source of difficulty | one trouble after another delayed the job |
| anybody | 16 | Any one out of an indefinite number of persons; anyone; any person. | - |
| 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 |
| goodbye | 14 | a farewell remark | - |
| besides | 10 | in addition | - |
| breathe | 12 | expel (gases or odors) | - |
| biggest | 11 | - | - |
| numbers | 11 | an illegal daily lottery | - |
| subject | 18 | a branch of knowledge | teachers should be well trained in their subject |
| beating | 10 | the act of inflicting corporal punishment with repeated blows | - |
| bedroom | 12 | a room used primarily for sleeping | - |
| obvious | 12 | easily perceived by the senses or grasped by the mind | obvious errors |
| burning | 10 | pain that feels hot as if it were on fire | - |
| beloved | 13 | a beloved person; used as terms of endearment | - |
| billion | 9 | the number that is represented as a one followed by 9 zeros | - |
| garbage | 11 | a worthless message | - |
| capable | 13 | possibly accepting or permitting | a passage capable of misinterpretation |
| ability | 12 | possession of the qualities (especially mental qualities) required to do something or get something done | - |
| blowing | 13 | processing that involves blowing a gas | - |
| blessed | 10 | Roman Catholic; proclaimed one of the blessed and thus worthy of veneration | - |
| robbery | 14 | plundering during riots or in wartime | - |
| balance | 11 | a wheel that regulates the rate of movement in a machine; especially a wheel oscillating against the hairspring of a timepiece to regulate its beat | - |
| library | 12 | a depository built to contain books and other materials for reading and study | - |
| begging | 12 | a solicitation for money or food (especially in the street by an apparently penniless person) | - |
| barking | 14 | - | - |
| rubbish | 14 | worthless material that is to be disposed of | - |
| battery | 12 | an assault in which the assailant makes physical contact | - |
| benefit | 12 | be beneficial for | - |
| disturb | 10 | change the arrangement or position of | - |
| beneath | 12 | in or to a place that is lower | - |
| sobbing | 12 | convulsive gasp made while weeping | - |
| abandon | 10 | a feeling of extreme emotional intensity | - |
| chamber | 16 | a room used primarily for sleeping | - |
| blanket | 13 | bedding that keeps a person warm in bed | - |
| blocked | 16 | completely obstructed or closed off | the storm was responsible for many blocked roads and bridges |
| liberty | 12 | immunity from arbitrary exercise of authority: political independence | - |
| lesbian | 9 | a female homosexual | - |
| embrace | 13 | include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory | - |
| banging | 11 | (used informally) very large | - |
| bicycle | 16 | ride a bicycle | - |
| butcher | 14 | someone who makes mistakes because of incompetence | - |
| embassy | 14 | a diplomatic building where ambassadors live or work | - |
| observe | 12 | conform one's action or practice to | - |
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8 letter words
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| remember | 14 | keep in mind for attention or consideration | - |
| business | 10 | a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it | he bought his brother's business |
| probably | 17 | easy to believe on the basis of available evidence | he will probably win the election |
| somebody | 16 | a human being | - |
| possible | 12 | existing in possibility | possible uses of nuclear power |
| birthday | 17 | the date on which a person was born | - |
| building | 12 | the commercial activity involved in repairing old structures or constructing new ones | workers in the building trades |
| terrible | 10 | causing fear or dread or terror | a terrible curse |
| bullshit | 13 | speak insincerely or without regard for facts or truths | - |
| bathroom | 15 | a room or building equipped with one or more toilets | - |
| horrible | 13 | provoking horror | war is beyond all words horrible |
| 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 | - |
| believed | 14 | - | - |
| breaking | 15 | the act of breaking something | - |
| bringing | 12 | the act of delivering or distributing something (as goods or mail) | - |
| possibly | 15 | by chance | we may possibly run into them at the concert |
| bleeding | 12 | the flow of blood from a ruptured blood vessel | - |
| becoming | 15 | according with custom or propriety | her becoming modesty |
| neighbor | 14 | live or be located as a neighbor | the neighboring house |
| basement | 12 | the lowermost portion of a structure partly or wholly below ground level; often used for storage | - |
| behavior | 16 | (psychology) the aggregate of the responses or reactions or movements made by an organism in any situation | - |
| baseball | 12 | a ball game played with a bat and ball between two teams of nine players; teams take turns at bat trying to score runs | he played baseball in high school |
| describe | 13 | give a description of | - |
| stubborn | 12 | not responding to treatment | a stubborn infection |
| fabulous | 13 | extremely pleasing | a fabulous vacation |
| gambling | 14 | the act of playing for stakes in the hope of winning (including the payment of a price for a chance to win a prize) | his gambling cost him a fortune |
| terribly | 13 | used as intensifiers | terribly interesting |
| absolute | 10 | not capable of being violated or infringed | - |
| valuable | 13 | having worth or merit or value | a valuable friend |
| blessing | 11 | a desirable state | enjoy the blessings of peace |
| november | 15 | the month following October and preceding December | - |
| obsessed | 11 | influenced or controlled by a powerful force such as a strong emotion | - |
| bothered | 14 | caused to show discomposure | - |
| republic | 14 | a political system in which the supreme power lies in a body of citizens who can elect people to represent them | - |
| doorbell | 11 | a push button at an outer door that gives a ringing or buzzing signal when pushed | - |
| boarding | 12 | the act of passengers and crew getting aboard a ship or aircraft | - |
| abortion | 10 | failure of a plan | - |
| climbing | 15 | an event that involves rising to a higher point (as in altitude or temperature or intensity etc.) | - |
| umbrella | 12 | a formation of military planes maintained over ground operations or targets | an air umbrella over England |
| bachelor | 15 | lead a bachelor's existence | - |
| adorable | 11 | lovable especially in a childlike or naive way | - |
| benjamin | 19 | gum resin used especially in treating skin irritation | - |
| bollocks | 16 | make a mess of, destroy or ruin | - |
| suitable | 10 | worthy of being chosen especially as a spouse | the parents found the girl suitable for their son |
| rumbling | 13 | continuous full and low-pitched throbbing sound | the rumbling rolling sound of thunder |
| barbecue | 14 | meat that has been barbecued or grilled in a highly seasoned sauce | - |
| reliable | 10 | conforming to fact and therefore worthy of belief | reliable information |
| troubled | 11 | characterized by unrest or disorder or insubordination | these troubled areas |
| assembly | 15 | the act of constructing something (as a piece of machinery) | - |
| ambition | 12 | a cherished desire | his ambition is to own his own business |
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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 |
| everybody | 21 | Every person. | - |
| boyfriend | 18 | a man who is the lover of a man or woman | if I'd known he was her boyfriend I wouldn't have asked |
| beginning | 13 | serving to begin | the beginning canto of the poem |
| obviously | 17 | unmistakably (`plain' is often used informally for `plainly') | the answer is obviously wrong |
| breakfast | 18 | eat an early morning meal | We breakfast at seven |
| brilliant | 11 | clear and sharp and ringing | the brilliant sound of the trumpets |
| celebrate | 13 | behave as expected during of holidays or rites | celebrate Christmas |
| 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 |
| ambulance | 15 | a vehicle that takes people to and from hospitals | - |
| available | 14 | convenient for use or disposal | the house is available after July 1 |
| abandoned | 13 | forsaken by owner or inhabitants | weed-grown yard of an abandoned farmhouse |
| miserable | 13 | of very poor quality or condition | - |
| forbidden | 16 | excluded from use or mention | forbidden fruit |
| invisible | 14 | not prominent or readily noticeable | the invisible man |
| backwards | 21 | in a manner or order or direction the reverse of normal | - |
| published | 17 | formally made public | published accounts |
| objection | 20 | the act of expressing earnest opposition or protest | - |
| butterfly | 17 | a swimming stroke in which the arms are thrown forward together out of the water while the feet kick up and down | - |
| believing | 15 | the cognitive process that leads to convictions | seeing is believing |
| neighbour | 15 | live or be located as a neighbor | - |
| broadcast | 14 | cause to become widely known | broadcast the news |
| described | 15 | represented in words especially with sharpness and detail | the vividly described wars |
| disturbed | 13 | afflicted with or marked by anxious uneasiness or trouble or grief | lapsed into disturbed sleep |
| bodyguard | 17 | someone who escorts and protects a prominent person | - |
| behaviour | 17 | (psychology) the aggregate of the responses or reactions or movements made by an organism in any situation | - |
| celebrity | 16 | the state or quality of being widely honored and acclaimed | - |
| publicity | 18 | a message issued in behalf of some product or cause or idea or person or institution | - |
| objective | 23 | serving as or indicating the object of a verb or of certain prepositions and used for certain other purposes | objective case |
| batteries | 11 | - | - |
| establish | 14 | institute, enact, or establish | - |
| embarrass | 13 | cause to be embarrassed; cause to feel self-conscious | - |
| obsession | 11 | an irrational motive for performing trivial or repetitive actions, even against your will | - |
| briefcase | 16 | a case with a handle; for carrying papers or files or books | - |
| vegetable | 15 | edible seeds or roots or stems or leaves or bulbs or tubers or nonsweet fruits of any of numerous herbaceous plant | - |
| blackmail | 19 | exert pressure on someone through threats | - |
| honorable | 14 | not disposed to cheat or defraud; not deceptive or fraudulent | - |
| breakdown | 19 | the act of disrupting an established order so it fails to continue | his warning came after the breakdown of talks in London |
| substance | 13 | the property of holding together and retaining its shape | - |
| bartender | 12 | an employee who mixes and serves alcoholic drinks at a bar | - |
| heartbeat | 14 | a very short time (as the time it takes the eye to blink or the heart to beat) | - |
| ambitious | 13 | requiring full use of your abilities or resources | ambitious schedule |
| probation | 13 | a trial period during which an offender has time to redeem himself or herself | - |
| submarine | 13 | a large sandwich made of a long crusty roll split lengthwise and filled with meats and cheese (and tomato and onion and lettuce and condiments); different names are used in different sections of the United States | - |
| battalion | 11 | a large indefinite number | a battalion of ants |
| hamburger | 17 | beef that has been ground | - |
| publisher | 16 | a firm in the publishing business | - |
| rebellion | 11 | organized opposition to authority; a conflict in which one faction tries to wrest control from another | - |
| nightclub | 17 | a spot that is open late at night and that provides entertainment (as singers or dancers) as well as dancing and food and drink | the gossip columnist got his information by visiting nightclubs every night |
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10 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| absolutely | 15 | completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers | an absolutely magnificent painting |
| impossible | 16 | totally unlikely | - |
| incredible | 15 | beyond belief or understanding | at incredible speed |
| background | 20 | understate the importance or quality of | - |
| 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 | - |
| incredibly | 18 | not easy to believe | incredibly, she survived the crash |
| reasonable | 12 | not excessive or extreme | reasonable prices |
| disturbing | 14 | causing distress or worry or anxiety | distressing (or disturbing) news |
| remarkable | 18 | worthy of attention because interesting, significant, or unusual | a remarkable achievement |
| ambassador | 15 | a diplomat of the highest rank; accredited as representative from one country to another | - |
| exhibition | 22 | a collection of things (goods or works of art etc.) for public display | - |
| vulnerable | 15 | capable of being wounded or hurt | vulnerable parts of the body |
| laboratory | 15 | a region resembling a laboratory inasmuch as it offers opportunities for observation and practice and experimentation | Pakistan is a laboratory for studying the use of American troops to combat terrorism |
| biological | 15 | (of a parent or child) related by blood; genetically related | biological child |
| strawberry | 18 | a soft red birthmark | - |
| unbearable | 14 | incapable of being tolerated or endured | - |
| inevitable | 15 | an unavoidable event | don't argue with the inevitable |
| acceptable | 18 | meeting requirements | - |
| substitute | 12 | act as a substitute | - |
| publishing | 18 | the business of issuing printed matter for sale or distribution | - |
| obligation | 13 | a personal relation in which one is indebted for a service or favor | - |
| celebrated | 15 | widely known and esteemed | a celebrated musician |
| babysitter | 17 | a person engaged to care for children when the parents are not home | - |
| republican | 16 | a tributary of the Kansas River that flows from eastern Colorado eastward through Nebraska and Kansas | - |
| invincible | 17 | incapable of being overcome or subdued | an invincible army |
| contribute | 14 | provide | - |
| belongings | 14 | something owned; any tangible or intangible possession that is owned by someone | - |
| toothbrush | 18 | slang for a mustache | - |
| liberation | 12 | the act of liberating someone or something | - |
| prohibited | 18 | forbidden by law | - |
| membership | 21 | the body of members of an organization or group | they polled their membership |
| automobile | 14 | a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine | - |
| despicable | 17 | morally reprehensible | would do something as despicable as murder |
| distribute | 13 | distribute or disperse widely | - |
| bankruptcy | 23 | inability to discharge all your debts as they come due | the company had to declare bankruptcy |
| beforehand | 19 | being ahead of time or need | was beforehand with her report |
| binoculars | 14 | (plural) an optical instrument designed for simultaneous use by both eyes | - |
| prescribed | 17 | conforming to set usage, procedure, or discipline | in prescribed order |
| masturbate | 14 | get sexual gratification through self-stimulation | - |
| profitable | 17 | yielding material gain or profit | profitable speculation on the stock market |
| volleyball | 18 | a game in which two teams hit an inflated ball over a high net using their hands | - |
| blacksmith | 23 | a smith who forges and shapes iron with a hammer and anvil | - |
| compatible | 18 | able to exist and perform in harmonious or agreeable combination | a compatible married couple |
| honourable | 15 | adhering to ethical and moral principles | - |
| describing | 16 | - | - |
| preferably | 20 | more readily or willingly | clean it well, preferably with warm water |
| deliberate | 13 | characterized by conscious design or purpose | a deliberate attempt to provoke a response |
| formidable | 18 | inspiring fear | the formidable prospect of major surgery |
| disability | 16 | the condition of being unable to perform as a consequence of physical or mental unfitness | reading disability |
| skateboard | 17 | a board with wheels that is ridden in a standing or crouching position and propelled by foot | - |
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Welcome to the whimsical world of words containing B, where each term is a puzzle piece in the grand jigsaw of language. Imagine the buzzing sound of "buzz" or the gentle hum of "humble." These words not only tickle our tongues but also enrich our conversations, adding texture and depth to our daily dialogue. Prepare to unravel the magic of B-laden words and explore why these letters create an indelible impact on our linguistic landscape.
About words containing B
The letter B is a mighty force within the English language, often serving as a bridge between vowels and consonants, shaping the rhythm and flow of our speech. Its presence can transform the pronunciation of a word, lending softness, as in "subtle," or creating a playful bounce, as in "bouncy." In many instances, B anchors the structure of a word, making it both meaningful and memorable. Consider "bold," a simple word that conveys strength and confidence with its prominent B at the start.
Interestingly, the placement of B can significantly alter a word's meaning and usage. For example, consider "brake" versus "break." Here, the position of B doesn't just change how we pronounce the word but also defines entirely different concepts. This duality showcases the versatility of B in constructing diverse vocabularies. It’s a letter that thrives in the middle of words like "cobweb" and ends others with a soft flourish, such as "nab." The B holds a unique place in our hearts—and dictionaries—by offering a balance of firmness and flexibility.
Popular word examples
Let’s dive into some popular words that highlight the charm and utility of containing B. Each word brings its own flair to conversations and can be used in various contexts for maximum impact.
Bumblebee
- Definition: A type of large, hairy bee known for its distinctive buzzing sound.
- Example in a Sentence: "The garden was alive with the sound of bumblebees flitting from flower to flower."
- Fun Fact: Bumblebees can beat their wings up to 200 times per second!
Baseball
- Definition: A sport involving two teams who take turns batting and fielding.
- Example in a Sentence: "Every summer, we gather to watch our favorite baseball team play."
- Fun Fact: Baseball is often referred to as America's pastime and has been played since the 19th century.
Bicycle
- Definition: A human-powered vehicle with two wheels, pedals, and a frame.
- Example in a Sentence: "She rode her bicycle through the park every morning."
- Fun Fact: The term "bicycle" was first coined in France in the 1860s.
Bookworm
- Definition: An informal term for someone who loves reading books.
- Example in a Sentence: "As a child, she was a bookworm who devoured every book she could find."
- Fun Fact: The word "bookworm" originally described insects that feasted on the pages of books.
Bubblegum
- Definition: A type of chewing gum designed to be inflated out of the mouth as a bubble.
- Example in a Sentence: "He bought a pack of bubblegum and challenged his friends to a bubble-blowing contest."
- Fun Fact: The largest bubble ever blown was 50.8 cm (20 inches) in diameter!
Blackberry
- Definition: A small, dark purple fruit that grows on brambles.
- Example in a Sentence: "We picked fresh blackberries from the bushes behind the house."
- Fun Fact: Blackberries are packed with vitamins and are technically not berries; they are aggregate fruits.
Barbecue
- Definition: A method of cooking meat over an open flame or hot coals.
- Example in a Sentence: "We gathered in the backyard for a family barbecue."
- Fun Fact: Barbecue styles vary greatly across the United States, with each region having its own unique flavor profile and technique.
Basketball
- Definition: A game played by two teams of five players where points are scored by throwing a ball through an elevated hoop.
- Example in a Sentence: "They played basketball at the local gym every Friday night."
- Fun Fact: Basketball was invented in 1891 by Dr. James Naismith as a way to keep athletes fit indoors during the winter.
Backpack
- Definition: A bag with shoulder straps, carried on the back, used for transporting goods or personal items.
- Example in a Sentence: "He packed his backpack with all the essentials for the hiking trip."
- Fun Fact: The modern backpack was innovated in the 20th century and became essential for students and travelers alike.
Barnacle
- Definition: A small marine crustacean that attaches itself permanently to a variety of surfaces.
- Example in a Sentence: "The hull of the ship was covered in barnacles after months at sea."
- Fun Fact: Barnacles have one of the strongest natural adhesives known to science.
High-scoring scrabble examples
For Scrabble enthusiasts, words containing B can be a treasure trove of points. Here are some high-scoring choices that could lead you to victory.
| Word | Scrabble Points | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| Quibble | 20 | To argue or raise objections about a trivial matter. |
| Zombify | 25 | To make someone appear or behave like a zombie. |
| Backflip | 21 | A backward somersault performed in the air. |
| Jamboree | 19 | A large celebration or party, often involving music and entertainment. |
| Blazing | 18 | Burning brightly or with intensity. |
| Bequest | 18 | A legacy or inheritance left to someone in a will. |
| Cobweb | 16 | A web spun by a spider, often found in corners or neglected areas. |
Popular 5-letter words for Wordle
For those addicted to Wordle, incorporating words with B can up your game. Check out these popular five-letter contenders.
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Blurb | A short description or promotional piece about a product. |
| Blush | To become red in the face due to embarrassment or shame. |
| Bribe | To persuade someone to act in one's favor, typically illicitly. |
| Crumb | A small fragment of bread, cake, or other baked item. |
| Grabs | To seize or snatch something quickly. |
| Braid | To interweave three or more strands of hair or material. |
| Robed | Wearing a robe, typically a long, loose garment. |
Unusual and rare word examples
Some words with B stand out due to their rarity or peculiar usage. Let’s venture into the lesser-known territories of vocabulary.
Gobbledygook
- Definition: Language that is meaningless or hard to understand; jargon.
- Interesting Fact: The term was coined by U.S. Congressman Maury Maverick in 1944 to mock confusing bureaucratic language.
- Example in a Sentence: "His explanation was so full of gobbledygook that nobody understood what he meant."
Bibliopole
- Definition: A person who buys and sells books, particularly rare ones.
- Interesting Fact: Derived from Greek, where "biblion" means book and "polein" means to sell.
- Example in a Sentence: "The bibliopole in the antique shop had a vast collection of first editions."
Bumbershoot
- Definition: An informal term for an umbrella.
- Interesting Fact: The word combines "bumber," a variation of "umbrella," with "shoot," referring to the umbrella's resemblance to a plant shoot.
- Example in a Sentence: "She grabbed her bumbershoot before heading out into the rain."
Bathyscaphe
- Definition: A deep-sea submersible vessel used for underwater exploration.
- Interesting Fact: The most famous bathyscaphe, the Trieste, reached the deepest part of the ocean in 1960.
- Example in a Sentence: "The bathyscaphe descended slowly into the dark depths of the ocean trench."
Absquatulate
- Definition: To leave abruptly or in a hurry.
- Interesting Fact: This humorous word originated in the early 19th century as a playful coinage mimicking Latin.
- Example in a Sentence: "Seeing the storm approach, the picnic-goers decided to absquatulate quickly."
Final words
Words containing B add a delightful twist to our everyday vocabulary, offering a blend of strength, softness, and sometimes silliness. Whether you're playing a game, crafting a sentence, or simply enjoying the sound of language, these words enrich our communication in countless ways. Embrace the B, and let it lead you on new linguistic adventures!
