Words Containing K
Welcome to a world where the letter 'K' kicks things up a notch! Uncover quirky, kooky, and kaleidoscopic words that bring zest to our language. Whether you're a wordsmith or a puzzle enthusiast, dive in and discover how 'K' spices up our vocabulary with its unique charm and character.
2 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| ok | 6 | an endorsement | - |
| ki | 6 | the circulating life energy that in Chinese philosophy is thought to be inherent in all things; in traditional Chinese medicine the balance of negative and positive forms in the body is believed to be essential for good health | - |
| ko | 6 | a blow that renders the opponent unconscious | - |
| ka | 6 | unknown god; an epithet of Prajapati and Brahma | - |
| ky | 9 | a state in east central United States; a border state during the American Civil War; famous for breeding race horses | - |
3 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| ask | 7 | consider obligatory; request and expect | Aren't we asking too much of these children? |
| kid | 8 | be silly or tease one another | After we relaxed, we just kidded around |
| key | 10 | a coral reef off the southern coast of Florida | - |
| sky | 10 | throw or toss with a light motion | - |
| ken | 7 | range of what one can know or understand | beyond my ken |
| kit | 7 | gear consisting of a set of articles or tools for a specified purpose | - |
| ski | 7 | move along on skis | We love to ski the Rockies |
| ink | 7 | a liquid used for printing or writing or drawing | - |
| kay | 10 | - | - |
| ark | 7 | (Judaism) sacred chest where the ancient Hebrews kept the two tablets containing the Ten Commandments | - |
| kin | 7 | a person having kinship with another or others | he's kin |
| oak | 7 | a deciduous tree of the genus Quercus; has acorns and lobed leaves | great oaks grow from little acorns |
| mak | 9 | a terrorist organization founded by Osama bin Laden in the 1980s to provide money and recruit fighters around the world; enlisted and transported thousands of men to Afghanistan to fight the Russians; a split in the group led bin Laden and the extremist faction of MAK to form al-Qaeda | - |
| kat | 7 | the leaves of the shrub Catha edulis which are chewed like tobacco or used to make tea; has the effect of a euphoric stimulant | in Yemen kat is used daily by 85% of adults |
| tsk | 7 | utter `tsk,' `tut,' or `tut-tut,' as in disapproval | - |
| kyu | 10 | - | - |
| yuk | 10 | - | - |
| pak | 9 | - | - |
| bok | 9 | - | - |
| keg | 8 | the quantity contained in a keg | - |
| kip | 9 | be asleep | - |
| oke | 7 | - | - |
| ake | 7 | - | - |
| yak | 10 | noisy talk | - |
| elk | 7 | large North American deer with large much-branched antlers in the male | - |
| oka | 7 | South American wood sorrel cultivated for its edible tubers | - |
| kab | 9 | - | - |
| wok | 10 | pan with a convex bottom; used for frying in Chinese cooking | - |
| lek | 7 | the basic unit of money in Albania | - |
| erk | 7 | - | - |
| ilk | 7 | a kind of person | I can't tolerate people of his ilk |
| kif | 10 | - | - |
| kob | 9 | an orange-brown antelope of southeast Africa | - |
| eke | 7 | - | - |
| kos | 7 | (in India) a unit of length having different values in different localities | - |
| ked | 8 | - | - |
| kea | 7 | large brownish-green New Zealand parrot | - |
| jak | 14 | immense East Indian fruit resembling breadfruit; it contains an edible pulp and nutritious seeds that are commonly roasted | - |
| rok | 7 | - | - |
| kep | 9 | - | - |
| kop | 9 | - | - |
| irk | 7 | irritate or vex | - |
| dak | 8 | East Indian tree bearing a profusion of intense vermilion velvet-textured blooms and yielding a yellow dye | - |
| kas | 7 | - | - |
| kor | 7 | an ancient Hebrew unit of capacity equal to 10 baths or 10 ephahs | - |
| oik | 7 | - | - |
| gak | 8 | - | - |
| awk | 10 | - | - |
| tik | 7 | - | - |
| ewk | 10 | - | - |
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4 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| know | 11 | accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority | The Crown Prince was acknowledged as the true heir to the throne |
| like | 8 | prefer or wish to do something | Would you like to come along to the movies? |
| 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 |
| look | 8 | take charge of or deal with | - |
| 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 |
| work | 11 | make uniform | work the clay until it is soft |
| talk | 8 | exchange thoughts; talk with | We often talk business |
| keep | 10 | the main tower within the walls of a medieval castle or fortress | - |
| fuck | 13 | have sexual intercourse with | - |
| kill | 8 | mark for deletion, rub off, or erase | kill these lines in the President's speech |
| kind | 9 | agreeable, conducive to comfort | a dry climate kind to asthmatics |
| took | 8 | - | - |
| knew | 11 | - | - |
| week | 11 | hours or days of work in a calendar week | they worked a 40-hour week |
| walk | 11 | the act of traveling by foot | walking is a healthy form of exercise |
| book | 10 | physical objects consisting of a number of pages bound together | he used a large book as a doorstop |
| sick | 10 | affected by an impairment of normal physical or mental function | - |
| pick | 12 | the quantity of a crop that is harvested | he sent the first picking of berries to the market |
| king | 9 | a male sovereign; ruler of a kingdom | - |
| luck | 10 | an unknown and unpredictable phenomenon that leads to a favorable outcome | it was my good luck to be there |
| wake | 11 | the consequences of an event (especially a catastrophic event) | in the wake of the accident no one knew how many had been injured |
| jack | 17 | someone who works with their hands; someone engaged in manual labor | - |
| kiss | 8 | the act of caressing with the lips (or an instance thereof) | - |
| rock | 10 | move back and forth or sideways | the ship was rocking |
| dark | 9 | the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside | - |
| kept | 10 | (especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded | promises kept |
| bank | 10 | a financial institution that accepts deposits and channels the money into lending activities | he cashed a check at the bank |
| sake | 8 | Japanese alcoholic beverage made from fermented rice; usually served hot | - |
| york | 11 | the English royal house (a branch of the Plantagenet line) that reigned from 1461 to 1485; its emblem was a white rose | - |
| joke | 15 | a ludicrous or grotesque act done for fun and amusement | - |
| park | 10 | a large area of land preserved in its natural state as public property | there are laws that protect the wildlife in this park |
| mark | 10 | celebrate by some ceremony or observation | The citizens mark the anniversary of the revolution with a march and a parade |
| kick | 14 | the act of delivering a blow with the foot | he gave the ball a powerful kick |
| dick | 11 | someone who is a detective | - |
| mike | 10 | device for converting sound waves into electrical energy | - |
| cook | 10 | tamper, with the purpose of deception | cook the books |
| milk | 10 | a river that rises in the Rockies in northwestern Montana and flows eastward to become a tributary of the Missouri River | - |
| lock | 10 | a restraint incorporated into the ignition switch to prevent the use of a vehicle by persons who do not have the key | - |
| skin | 8 | a member of any of several British or American groups consisting predominantly of young people who shave their heads; some engage in white supremacist and anti-immigrant activities and this leads to the perception that all skinheads are racist and violent | - |
| risk | 8 | the probability of becoming infected given that exposure to an infectious agent has occurred | - |
| neck | 10 | kiss, embrace, or fondle with sexual passion | The couple were necking in the back seat of the car |
| nick | 10 | a small cut | - |
| cake | 10 | small flat mass of chopped food | - |
| pack | 12 | press down tightly | - |
| bike | 10 | ride a bicycle | - |
| jerk | 15 | a dull stupid fatuous person | - |
| jake | 15 | - | - |
| suck | 10 | give suck to | The wetnurse suckled the infant |
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5 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| think | 12 | judge or regard; look upon; judge | I think he is very smart |
| thank | 12 | express gratitude or show appreciation to | - |
| drink | 10 | propose a toast to | Let's drink to the New Year |
| check | 16 | an appraisal of the state of affairs | a check on its dependability under stress |
| speak | 11 | exchange thoughts; talk with | - |
| break | 11 | (tennis) a score consisting of winning a game when your opponent was serving | he was up two breaks in the second set |
| black | 13 | make or become black | The smoke blackened the ceiling |
| taken | 9 | understood in a certain way; made sense of | a word taken literally |
| lucky | 14 | presaging or likely to bring good luck or a good outcome | lucky stars |
| known | 12 | apprehended with certainty | a known quantity |
| works | 12 | the internal mechanism of a device | - |
| quick | 20 | apprehending and responding with speed and sensitivity | a quick mind |
| broke | 11 | lacking funds | - |
| drunk | 10 | a chronic drinker | - |
| smoke | 11 | a hot vapor containing fine particles of carbon being produced by combustion | the fire produced a tower of black smoke that could be seen for miles |
| stick | 11 | marijuana leaves rolled into a cigarette for smoking | - |
| liked | 10 | found pleasant or attractive; often used as a combining form | a well-liked teacher |
| frank | 12 | a smooth-textured sausage of minced beef or pork usually smoked; often served on a bread roll | - |
| clock | 13 | measure the time or duration of an event or action or the person who performs an action in a certain period of time | he clocked the runners |
| truck | 11 | an automotive vehicle suitable for hauling | - |
| stuck | 11 | baffled | this problem has me completely stuck |
| knock | 15 | a vigorous blow | the sudden knock floored him |
| knife | 12 | any long thin projection that is transient | - |
| folks | 12 | people in general (often used in the plural) | folks around here drink moonshine |
| track | 11 | any road or path affording passage especially a rough one | - |
| spoke | 11 | one of the crosspieces that form the steps of a ladder | - |
| naked | 10 | having no protecting or concealing cover | naked to mine enemies |
| trick | 11 | an illusory feat; considered magical by naive observers | - |
| shake | 12 | move back and forth or sideways | - |
| block | 13 | an obstruction in a pipe or tube | we had to call a plumber to clear out the blockage in the drainpipe |
| freak | 12 | someone who is so ardently devoted to something that it resembles an addiction | a bodybuilding freak |
| bucks | 13 | - | - |
| awake | 12 | stop sleeping | - |
| kinda | 10 | to some (great or small) extent | - |
| chick | 16 | informal terms for a (young) woman | - |
| shock | 14 | the violent interaction of individuals or groups entering into combat | the armies met in the shock of battle |
| sucks | 11 | - | - |
| crack | 13 | a purified and potent form of cocaine that is smoked rather than snorted; highly addictive | - |
| talks | 9 | a discussion intended to produce an agreement | talks between Israelis and Palestinians |
| snake | 9 | a tributary of the Columbia River that rises in Wyoming and flows westward; discovered in 1805 by the Lewis and Clark Expedition | - |
| chuck | 16 | informal terms for a meal | - |
| marks | 11 | English businessman who created a retail chain (1888-1964) | - |
| stock | 11 | the handle of a handgun or the butt end of a rifle or shotgun or part of the support of a machine gun or artillery gun | the rifle had been fitted with a special stock |
| prick | 13 | insulting terms of address for people who are stupid or irritating or ridiculous | - |
| kelly | 12 | United States circus clown (1898-1979) | - |
| drank | 10 | - | - |
| banks | 11 | English botanist who accompanied Captain Cook on his first voyage to the Pacific Ocean (1743-1820) | - |
| thick | 14 | hard to pass through because of dense growth | thick woods |
| shark | 12 | any of numerous elongate mostly marine carnivorous fishes with heterocercal caudal fins and tough skin covered with small toothlike scales | - |
| greek | 10 | the Hellenic branch of the Indo-European family of languages | - |
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6 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| thanks | 13 | an acknowledgment of appreciation | - |
| taking | 11 | very attractive; capturing interest | something inexpressibly taking in his manner |
| making | 13 | the act that results in something coming to be | the making of measurements |
| asking | 11 | the verbal act of requesting | - |
| worked | 14 | - | - |
| attack | 12 | ideas or actions intended to deal with a problem or situation | an attack on inflation |
| broken | 12 | out of working order (`busted' is an informal substitute for `broken') | a broken washing machine |
| killer | 10 | predatory black-and-white toothed whale with large dorsal fin; common in cold seas | - |
| picked | 15 | - | - |
| market | 12 | an area in a town where a public mercantile establishment is set up | - |
| ticket | 12 | a label written or printed on paper, cardboard, or plastic that is attached to something to indicate its owner, nature, price, etc. | - |
| strike | 10 | drive something violently into a location | - |
| joking | 18 | characterized by jokes and good humor | - |
| monkey | 15 | one who is playfully mischievous | - |
| 14 | an enclosed space | the trapped miners found a pocket of air | |
| jacket | 19 | (dentistry) dental appliance consisting of an artificial crown for a broken or decayed tooth | - |
| fucker | 15 | a stupid despised man | - |
| spoken | 12 | uttered through the medium of speech or characterized by speech; sometimes used in combination | a spoken message |
| likely | 13 | likely but not certain to be or become true or real | a likely result |
| worker | 13 | a member of the working class (not necessarily employed) | workers of the world--unite! |
| packed | 15 | extremely crowed or filled to capacity | stands jam-packed with fans |
| turkey | 13 | an event that fails badly or is totally ineffectual | the first experiment was a real turkey |
| struck | 12 | (used in combination) affected by something overwhelming | awe-struck |
| tracks | 12 | - | - |
| unlike | 10 | not equal in amount | they distributed unlike (or unequal) sums to the various charities |
| mickey | 17 | (ethnic slur) offensive term for a person of Irish descent | - |
| backup | 16 | a musical part (vocal or instrumental) that supports or provides background for other musical parts | - |
| wicked | 16 | having committed unrighteous acts | - |
| cooked | 13 | having been prepared for eating by the application of heat | - |
| skinny | 13 | being very thin | a child with skinny freckled legs |
| reckon | 12 | have faith or confidence in | - |
| donkey | 14 | domestic beast of burden descended from the African wild ass; patient but stubborn | - |
| rocket | 12 | sends a firework display high into the sky | - |
| stroke | 10 | a light touch with the hands | - |
| knight | 14 | a chessman shaped to resemble the head of a horse; can move two squares horizontally and one vertically (or vice versa) | - |
| makeup | 14 | cosmetics applied to the face to improve or change your appearance | - |
| parker | 12 | United States writer noted for her sharp wit (1893-1967) | - |
| hooked | 14 | curved down like an eagle's beak | - |
| locker | 12 | a storage compartment for clothes and valuables; usually it has a lock | - |
| cookie | 12 | the cook on a ranch or at a camp | - |
| sucker | 12 | a person who is gullible and easy to take advantage of | - |
| bucket | 14 | the quantity contained in a bucket | - |
| booked | 13 | reserved in advance | - |
| hooker | 13 | a prostitute who attracts customers by walking the streets | - |
| walker | 13 | an enclosing framework on casters or wheels; helps babies learn to walk | - |
| parked | 13 | that have been left | there were four parked cars across the street |
| marked | 13 | strongly marked; easily noticeable | walked with a marked limp |
| basket | 12 | horizontal circular metal hoop supporting a net through which players try to throw the basketball | - |
| smoked | 13 | (used especially of meats and fish) dried and cured by hanging in wood smoke | - |
| shrink | 13 | become smaller or draw together | - |
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7 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| fucking | 17 | informal intensifiers | - |
| talking | 12 | an exchange of ideas via conversation | - |
| looking | 12 | appearing to be as specified; usually used as combining forms | left their clothes dirty looking |
| working | 15 | actively engaged in paid work | the working population |
| kidding | 14 | - | - |
| mistake | 13 | a wrong action attributable to bad judgment or ignorance or inattention | he made a bad mistake |
| quickly | 25 | without taking pains | - |
| killing | 12 | very funny | a killing joke |
| walking | 15 | the act of traveling by foot | walking is a healthy form of exercise |
| chicken | 18 | a domestic fowl bred for flesh or eggs; believed to have been developed from the red jungle fowl | - |
| kitchen | 16 | a room equipped for preparing meals | - |
| weekend | 15 | a time period usually extending from Friday night through Sunday; more loosely defined as any period of successive days including one and only one Sunday | - |
| keeping | 14 | the responsibility of a guardian or keeper | he left his car in my keeping |
| knowing | 15 | characterized by conscious design or purpose | a knowing act of fraud |
| smoking | 14 | a hot vapor containing fine particles of carbon being produced by combustion | - |
| checked | 19 | patterned with alternating squares of color | - |
| picking | 16 | the quantity of a crop that is harvested | he sent the first picking of berries to the market |
| cooking | 14 | the act of preparing something (as food) by the application of heat | cooking can be a great art |
| parking | 14 | space in which vehicles can be parked | there is plenty of parking behind the store |
| kingdom | 15 | the domain ruled by a king or queen | - |
| unknown | 14 | being or having an unknown or unnamed source | a poem by an unknown author |
| kissing | 12 | affectionate play (or foreplay without contact with the genital organs) | - |
| patrick | 15 | Apostle and patron saint of Ireland; an English missionary to Ireland in the 5th century | - |
| package | 16 | put into a box | - |
| network | 14 | an open fabric of string or rope or wire woven together at regular intervals | - |
| barking | 14 | - | - |
| frankly | 17 | (used as intensives reflecting the speaker's attitude) it is sincerely the case that | frankly, my dear, I don't give a damn |
| kicking | 18 | the act of delivering a blow with the foot | the team's kicking was excellent |
| shocked | 17 | struck with fear, dread, or consternation | - |
| shaking | 15 | a shaky motion | the shaking of his fingers as he lit his pipe |
| cookies | 13 | - | - |
| blanket | 13 | bedding that keeps a person warm in bed | - |
| awkward | 18 | socially uncomfortable; unsure and constrained in manner | awkward and reserved at parties |
| blocked | 16 | completely obstructed or closed off | the storm was responsible for many blocked roads and bridges |
| whiskey | 20 | a liquor made from fermented mash of grain | - |
| mankind | 14 | all of the living human inhabitants of the earth | she always used `humankind' because `mankind' seemed to slight the women |
| packing | 16 | carrying something in a pack on the back | the backpacking of oxygen is essential for astronauts |
| luckily | 16 | by good fortune | - |
| seeking | 12 | the act of searching for something | - |
| sucking | 14 | the act of sucking | - |
| cracked | 16 | of paint or varnish; having the appearance of alligator hide | - |
| freaked | 15 | - | - |
| quicker | 22 | more quickly | - |
| cricket | 15 | a game played with a ball and bat by two teams of 11 players; teams take turns trying to score runs | - |
| pumpkin | 17 | a coarse vine widely cultivated for its large pulpy round orange fruit with firm orange skin and numerous seeds; subspecies of Cucurbita pepo include the summer squashes and a few autumn squashes | - |
| karaoke | 15 | singing popular songs accompanied by a recording of an orchestra (usually in bars or nightclubs) | - |
| unlucky | 16 | marked by or promising bad fortune | the unlucky prisoner was again put in irons |
| speaker | 13 | electro-acoustic transducer that converts electrical signals into sounds loud enough to be heard at a distance | - |
| jackass | 20 | male donkey | - |
| skating | 12 | the sport of gliding on skates | - |
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8 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| thinking | 16 | endowed with the capacity to reason | - |
| speaking | 15 | delivering an address to a public audience | - |
| drinking | 14 | the act of drinking alcoholic beverages to excess | - |
| breaking | 15 | the act of breaking something | - |
| darkness | 13 | absence of light or illumination | - |
| homework | 20 | preparatory school work done outside school (especially at home) | - |
| knocking | 19 | the sound of knocking (as on a door or in an engine or bearing) | the knocking grew louder |
| mistaken | 14 | wrong in e.g. opinion or judgment | a mistaken belief |
| necklace | 16 | jewelry consisting of a cord or chain (often bearing gems) worn about the neck as an ornament (especially by women) | - |
| sticking | 15 | extending out above or beyond a surface or boundary | a pile of boards sticking over the end of his truck |
| weakness | 15 | a flaw or weak point | - |
| tracking | 15 | the pursuit (of a person or animal) by following tracks or marks they left behind | - |
| kindness | 13 | tendency to be kind and forgiving | - |
| nickname | 16 | a familiar name for a person (often a shortened version of a person's given name) | Joe's mother would not use his nickname and always called him Joseph |
| lipstick | 16 | makeup that is used to color the lips | - |
| bollocks | 16 | make a mess of, destroy or ruin | - |
| dickhead | 19 | insulting terms of address for people who are stupid or irritating or ridiculous | - |
| franklin | 15 | printer whose success as an author led him to take up politics; he helped draw up the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution; he played a major role in the American Revolution and negotiated French support for the colonists; as a scientist he is remembered particularly for his research in electricity (1706-1790) | - |
| weekends | 16 | - | - |
| sickness | 14 | impairment of normal physiological function affecting part or all of an organism | - |
| shocking | 18 | giving offense to moral sensibilities and injurious to reputation | the most shocking book of its time |
| stinking | 13 | offensively malodorous | - |
| cocktail | 16 | an appetizer served as a first course at a meal | - |
| cracking | 17 | a sudden sharp noise | he heard the cracking of the ice |
| workshop | 20 | small workplace where handcrafts or manufacturing are done | - |
| notebook | 14 | a small compact portable computer | - |
| backyard | 20 | the grounds in back of a house | - |
| blocking | 17 | the act of obstructing or deflecting someone's movements | - |
| unlikely | 15 | not likely to be true or to occur or to have occurred | legislation on the question is highly unlikely |
| sneaking | 13 | not openly expressed | a sneaking suspicion |
| backpack | 24 | a bag carried by a strap on your back or shoulder | - |
| bankrupt | 16 | someone who has insufficient assets to cover their debts | - |
| thankful | 18 | feeling or showing gratitude | a thankful smile |
| skeleton | 12 | a scandal that is kept secret | there must be a skeleton somewhere in that family's closet |
| stalking | 13 | a hunt for game carried on by following it stealthily or waiting in ambush | - |
| creaking | 15 | a squeaking sound | - |
| reckless | 14 | marked by defiant disregard for danger or consequences | became the fiercest and most reckless of partisans |
| sneakers | 12 | - | - |
| striking | 13 | the physical coming together of two or more things | - |
| barracks | 16 | - | - |
| likewise | 15 | in like or similar manner | some people have little power to do good, and have likewise little strength to resist evil |
| sidewalk | 16 | walk consisting of a paved area for pedestrians; usually beside a street or roadway | - |
| blackout | 16 | partial or total loss of memory | he has a total blackout for events of the evening |
| panicked | 17 | thrown into a state of intense fear or desperation | felt panicked before each exam |
| backward | 20 | in a manner or order or direction the reverse of normal | it's easy to get the `i' and the `e' backward in words like `seize' and `siege' |
| crackers | 16 | informal or slang terms for mentally irregular | - |
| comeback | 20 | a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one) | - |
| keyboard | 18 | device consisting of a set of keys on a piano or organ or typewriter or typesetting machine or computer or the like | - |
| feedback | 20 | response to an inquiry or experiment | - |
| paycheck | 24 | a check issued in payment of wages or salary | - |
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9 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| breakfast | 18 | eat an early morning meal | We breakfast at seven |
| knowledge | 18 | the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning | - |
| kidnapped | 19 | - | - |
| chuckling | 21 | - | - |
| backwards | 21 | in a manner or order or direction the reverse of normal | - |
| attacking | 16 | disposed to attack | - |
| paperwork | 20 | work that involves handling papers: forms or letters or reports etc. | - |
| fireworks | 19 | - | - |
| marketing | 16 | the exchange of goods for an agreed sum of money | - |
| blackmail | 19 | exert pressure on someone through threats | - |
| breakdown | 19 | the act of disrupting an established order so it fails to continue | his warning came after the breakdown of talks in London |
| squeaking | 23 | having or making a high-pitched sound such as that made by a mouse or a rusty hinge | - |
| cockroach | 22 | any of numerous chiefly nocturnal insects; some are domestic pests | - |
| backstage | 18 | concealed from public view or attention | - |
| kidnapper | 18 | someone who unlawfully seizes and detains a victim (usually for ransom) | - |
| caretaker | 15 | a custodian who is hired to take care of something (property or a person) | - |
| motorbike | 17 | ride a motorcycle | - |
| filmmaker | 20 | a producer of motion pictures | - |
| bookstore | 15 | a shop where books are sold | - |
| crackling | 18 | the sharp sound of snapping noises | - |
| sparkling | 16 | used of wines and waters; charged naturally or artificially with carbon dioxide | sparkling wines |
| handshake | 20 | grasping and shaking a person's hand (as to acknowledge an introduction or to agree on a contract) | - |
| shrieking | 17 | sharp piercing cry | - |
| skinheads | 17 | a youth subculture that appeared first in England in the late 1960s as a working-class reaction to the hippies; hair was cropped close to the scalp; wore work-shirts and short jeans (supported by suspenders) and heavy red boots; involved in attacks against Asians and football hooliganism | - |
| talkative | 16 | friendly and open and willing to talk | - |
| outskirts | 13 | outlying areas (as of a city or town) | they lived on the outskirts of Houston |
| clockwork | 24 | any mechanism of geared wheels that is driven by a coiled spring; resembles the works of a mechanical clock | - |
| frankfurt | 19 | a German city; an industrial and commercial and financial center | - |
| workplace | 20 | a place where work is done | - |
| provoking | 19 | causing or tending to cause anger or resentment | a provoking delay at the airport |
| checkmate | 22 | a chess move constituting an inescapable and indefensible attack on the opponent's king | - |
| birthmark | 20 | a blemish on the skin that is formed before birth | - |
| livestock | 18 | any animals kept for use or profit | - |
| horseback | 20 | on the back of a horse | he rode horseback to town |
| spokesman | 17 | a male spokesperson | - |
| shrinking | 17 | process or result of becoming less or smaller | - |
| awakening | 17 | the act of waking | it was an early awakening |
| taekwondo | 17 | a Korean martial art similar to karate | - |
| roadblock | 18 | a barrier set up by police to stop traffic on a street or road in order to catch a fugitive or inspect traffic etc. | - |
| housework | 19 | the work of cleaning and running a house | - |
| packaging | 19 | a message issued in behalf of some product or cause or idea or person or institution | the packaging of new ideas |
| trademark | 16 | mark with a brand or trademark | - |
| skeptical | 17 | marked by or given to doubt | a skeptical attitude |
| hijacking | 26 | robbery of a traveller or vehicle in transit or seizing control of a vehicle by the use of force | - |
| kilometer | 15 | a metric unit of length equal to 1000 meters (or 0.621371 miles) | - |
| humankind | 19 | all of the living human inhabitants of the earth | she always used `humankind' because `mankind' seemed to slight the women |
| undertake | 14 | enter into a contractual arrangement | - |
| blackjack | 30 | a flag usually bearing a white skull and crossbones on a black background; indicates a pirate ship | - |
| fruitcake | 18 | a whimsically eccentric person | - |
| shipwreck | 23 | an accident that destroys a ship at sea | - |
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View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | - |
| kidnapping | 20 | (law) the unlawful act of capturing and carrying away a person against their will and holding them in false imprisonment | - |
| remarkable | 18 | worthy of attention because interesting, significant, or unusual | a remarkable achievement |
| earthquake | 26 | shaking and vibration at the surface of the earth resulting from underground movement along a fault plane or from volcanic activity | - |
| cocksucker | 24 | insulting terms of address for people who are stupid or irritating or ridiculous | - |
| bankruptcy | 23 | inability to discharge all your debts as they come due | the company had to declare bankruptcy |
| blacksmith | 23 | a smith who forges and shapes iron with a hammer and anvil | - |
| skateboard | 17 | a board with wheels that is ridden in a standing or crouching position and propelled by foot | - |
| chopsticks | 23 | - | - |
| checkpoint | 23 | a place (as at a frontier) where travellers are stopped for inspection and clearance | - |
| remarkably | 21 | to a remarkable degree or extent | - |
| overlooked | 18 | not taken into account | - |
| undertaker | 15 | one whose business is the management of funerals | - |
| blackboard | 21 | sheet of slate; for writing with chalk | - |
| goalkeeper | 17 | the defensive position on an ice hockey or soccer or lacrosse team who stands in front of the goal and tries to prevent opposing players from scoring | - |
| heartbreak | 19 | intense sorrow caused by loss of a loved one (especially by death) | - |
| thankfully | 23 | in a thankful manner; with thanks | he accepted thankfully my apologies |
| cheesecake | 21 | a photograph of an attractive woman in minimal attire | - |
| soundtrack | 17 | sound recording on a narrow strip of a motion picture film | - |
| blackberry | 23 | bramble with sweet edible black or dark purple berries that usually do not separate from the receptacle | - |
| backgammon | 23 | a board game for two players; pieces move according to throws of the dice | - |
| cheapskate | 21 | a miserly person | - |
| filmmaking | 22 | - | - |
| buttermilk | 18 | residue from making butter from sour raw milk; or pasteurized milk curdled by adding a culture | - |
| wickedness | 20 | estrangement from god | - |
| schoolwork | 22 | a school task performed by a student to satisfy the teacher | - |
| likelihood | 18 | the probability of a specified outcome | - |
| shopkeeper | 21 | a merchant who owns or manages a shop | - |
| sauerkraut | 14 | shredded cabbage fermented in brine | - |
| pickpocket | 26 | a thief who steals from the pockets or purses of others in public places | - |
| goldilocks | 18 | early-flowering perennial of southern and southeastern Europe with flower heads resembling those of goldenrod | - |
| workaholic | 22 | person with a compulsive need to work | - |
| mistakenly | 19 | in a mistaken or erroneous manner | he mistakenly believed it |
| skyscraper | 21 | a very tall building with many stories | - |
| nutcracker | 18 | any of various small short-tailed songbirds with strong feet and a sharp beak that feed on small nuts and insects | - |
| matchmaker | 23 | someone who arranges (or tries to arrange) marriages for others | - |
| bolsheviks | 22 | - | - |
| flickering | 20 | shining unsteadily | - |
| painkiller | 16 | a medicine used to relieve pain | - |
| broomstick | 20 | the handle of a broom | - |
| hitchhiker | 25 | a person who travels by getting free rides from passing vehicles | - |
| lovemaking | 20 | sexual activities (often including sexual intercourse) between two people | his lovemaking disgusted her |
| jackhammer | 30 | a hammer driven by compressed air | - |
| bricklayer | 21 | a craftsman skilled in building with bricks | - |
| bookkeeper | 22 | someone who records the transactions of a business | - |
| dressmaker | 17 | someone who makes or mends dresses | - |
| cornflakes | 19 | - | - |
| recklessly | 19 | in a reckless manner | - |
| gatekeeper | 17 | someone who guards an entrance | - |
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Find more words containing K
Step into the delightful world of words containing the letter K, where language takes on a quirky twist and pronunciation dances on your tongue. The K isn't just another consonant; it adds character, charm, and sometimes a bit of chaos to our speech. Whether it's the crisp "kick" of a K at the start or the silent elegance in the middle of words like "knight," this letter has a way of grabbing attention and leaving a lasting impression. Prepare to be intrigued as we explore a variety of words that showcase the versatility and vivacity of K, from common favorites to rare gems.
About words containing K
The letter K is not just a linguistic wallflower; it’s a pivotal player in many English words, often taking center stage with its striking presence. While it's not among the most frequently used letters, its impact can be quite profound, especially considering its sharp, cutting sound. The placement of K within a word can drastically alter its pronunciation and meaning. For instance, consider the difference between "knock" and "nock." Here, K's presence changes the game entirely, turning a simple action into a complex maneuver.
K's importance is also seen in the way it transforms the rhythm and flow of speech. Words like "kite," "kangaroo," and "kaleidoscope" have an unmistakable cadence that makes them fun to say and hear. The letter K imbues words with an energy that can evoke vivid imagery or convey specific emotions. Its appearance can signify everything from the majestic to the mundane, showing just how versatile this letter truly is.
Popular word examples
Words containing K are not only fun to pronounce but are also rich in meaning and cultural significance. Here are some popular examples that highlight K's unique contributions to the English language:
Kite
- Definition: A lightweight frame covered with paper or cloth, flown in the wind at the end of a string.
- Example in a Sentence: The children spent the afternoon flying a colorful kite in the park.
- Fun Fact: The word "kite" also refers to a type of bird known for its soaring flight.
Kangaroo
- Definition: A large marsupial from Australia known for its powerful hind legs and hopping movement.
- Example in a Sentence: We were thrilled to see a kangaroo bounding across the Australian outback.
- Fun Fact: The word "kangaroo" comes from the Guugu Yimithirr word "gangurru."
Karaoke
- Definition: A form of entertainment where people sing along to recorded music using a microphone.
- Example in a Sentence: Every Friday night, the local bar hosts a lively karaoke session.
- Fun Fact: Karaoke means "empty orchestra" in Japanese, combining "kara" (empty) and "oke" (orchestra).
Knight
- Definition: A mounted soldier in armor, historically associated with the medieval period.
- Example in a Sentence: The knight swore an oath of loyalty to his king.
- Fun Fact: The K in knight is famously silent, a relic from Middle English pronunciation.
Koala
- Definition: A tree-dwelling marsupial native to Australia, known for its bear-like appearance.
- Example in a Sentence: The koala clung to the eucalyptus tree, munching on leaves.
- Fun Fact: Despite their nickname "koala bears," koalas are not bears at all!
Kettle
- Definition: A container used for boiling water, typically made of metal and equipped with a lid, spout, and handle.
- Example in a Sentence: She put the kettle on to make a cup of tea.
- Fun Fact: The phrase "a watched kettle never boils" is a humorous take on the perception of time.
Kingdom
- Definition: A country, state, or territory ruled by a king or queen.
- Example in a Sentence: The kingdom flourished under the wise rule of the young queen.
- Fun Fact: The animal kingdom is one of the major groups into which all living organisms are classified.
Kiwi
- Definition: A flightless bird native to New Zealand, also a term for a New Zealander.
- Example in a Sentence: The kiwi is a national symbol of New Zealand.
- Fun Fact: Kiwi is also the name for a brown, fuzzy fruit with bright green flesh.
Karaoke
- Definition: A form of interactive entertainment where individuals sing along to recorded music.
- Example in a Sentence: Every Friday night, the local bar hosts a lively karaoke session.
- Fun Fact: The word "karaoke" is a combination of the Japanese words "kara" (empty) and "oke" (orchestra).
Karate
- Definition: A martial art developed in Japan, characterized by punching, kicking, and open-handed techniques.
- Example in a Sentence: He earned a black belt in karate after years of dedicated training.
- Fun Fact: Karate was heavily influenced by Chinese martial arts and the indigenous martial arts of Okinawa.
High-scoring Scrabble examples
In the world of Scrabble, words containing K can score big points and turn the tide of the game. Here's a selection of high-scoring words that every Scrabble enthusiast should know:
| Word | Scrabble Points | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| Quokka | 22 | A small marsupial native to Australia. |
| Quark | 14 | A fundamental particle in physics. |
| Kabuki | 18 | A traditional Japanese drama style. |
| Kafkaesque | 24 | Something complex, bizarre, or illogical. |
| Kumquat | 22 | A small citrus fruit with a sweet rind. |
Popular 5-letter words for Wordle
For Wordle enthusiasts, these five-letter words featuring K can offer both challenge and excitement. Check out these playful picks:
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Knack | A special skill or talent for doing something. |
| Kinky | Unconventional or eccentric. |
| Knoll | A small hill or mound. |
| Kiosk | A small open-fronted hut or cubicle. |
| Kraut | A derogatory term for a German, or sauerkraut. |
Unusual and rare word examples
Dive into the depths of the dictionary to discover some rare and unusual words containing K. These words are sure to fascinate and spark curiosity:
Kakistocracy
- Definition: Government by the least qualified or most unprincipled citizens.
- Interesting Fact: The word combines the Greek "kakistos" (worst) with "-cracy" (rule).
- Example in a Sentence: Many feared that the new regime would devolve into a kakistocracy.
Kerfuffle
- Definition: A commotion or fuss, especially one caused by conflicting views.
- Interesting Fact: The word has Scottish origins and has been used since the early 19th century.
- Example in a Sentence: There was quite a kerfuffle over the new policies.
Kintsugi
- Definition: The Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with gold or silver lacquer.
- Interesting Fact: Kintsugi is a metaphor for embracing flaws and imperfections.
- Example in a Sentence: The kintsugi vase was more beautiful for having been broken.
Knackered
- Definition: British slang for being extremely tired or exhausted.
- Interesting Fact: The term comes from the occupation of knackers who slaughter worn-out horses.
- Example in a Sentence: After the marathon, she was completely knackered.
Kvetch
- Definition: To complain persistently.
- Interesting Fact: This word comes from Yiddish, reflecting the rich influence of Jewish culture on English.
- Example in a Sentence: He tends to kvetch about the smallest inconveniences.
Final words
Words containing K are a testament to the beauty and complexity of language, adding flair and flavor to our everyday conversations. Whether they're enhancing our vocabulary in games or sparking joy with their unique sounds, these words remind us of the playful nature of language itself.
