Words Containing N
Welcome to a world where the letter "N" takes center stage! Dive into a lively collection of words that buzz with energy, charm, and a sprinkle of mystery. Whether you're a wordsmith or just curious, get ready to explore how "N" adds flair and fun to our everyday language!
2 letter words
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| in | 2 | a state in midwestern United States | - |
| on | 2 | with a forward motion | we drove along admiring the view |
| no | 2 | a radioactive transuranic element synthesized by bombarding curium with carbon ions; 7 isotopes are known | - |
| an | 2 | an associate degree in nursing | - |
| 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) | - |
| un | 2 | an organization of independent states formed in 1945 to promote international peace and security | - |
| en | 2 | half the width of an em | - |
| ne | 2 | the compass point midway between north and east; at 45 degrees | - |
| nu | 2 | the 13th letter of the Greek alphabet | - |
| ny | 5 | a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies | - |
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. | - |
| not | 3 | negation of a word or group of words | he does not speak French |
| can | 5 | a buoy with a round bottom and conical top | - |
| one | 3 | (informal) very; used informally as an intensifier | that is one fine dog |
| now | 6 | in these times | it is solely by their language that the upper classes nowadays are distinguished |
| man | 5 | someone who serves in the armed forces; a member of a military force | - |
| any | 6 | one or some or every or all without specification | give me any peaches you don't want |
| won | 6 | the basic unit of money in North Korea | - |
| new | 6 | original and of a kind not seen before | - |
| son | 3 | the divine word of God; the second person in the Trinity (incarnate in Jesus) | - |
| own | 6 | have ownership or possession of | He owns three houses in Florida |
| run | 3 | a small stream | - |
| end | 4 | a piece of cloth that is left over after the rest has been used or sold | - |
| men | 5 | the force of workers available | - |
| fun | 6 | activities that are enjoyable or amusing | I do it for the fun of it |
| gun | 4 | a hand-operated pump that resembles a pistol; forces grease into parts of a machine | - |
| win | 6 | attain success or reach a desired goal | - |
| ten | 3 | one of four playing cards in a deck with ten pips on the face | - |
| sun | 3 | first day of the week; observed as a day of rest and worship by most Christians | - |
| ran | 3 | - | - |
| ben | 5 | a mountain or tall hill | they were climbing the ben |
| san | 3 | - | - |
| nor | 3 | A negative connective or particle, introducing the second member or clause of a negative proposition, following neither, or not, in the first member or clause (as or in affirmative propositions follows either). Nor is also used sometimes in the first member for neither, and sometimes the neither is omitted and implied by the use of nor. | - |
| van | 6 | the leading units moving at the head of an army | - |
| mon | 5 | the second day of the week; the first working day | - |
| fan | 6 | an enthusiastic devotee of sports | - |
| non | 3 | negation of a word or group of words | - |
| sin | 3 | estrangement from god | - |
| jin | 10 | - | - |
| nah | 6 | - | - |
| pen | 5 | a correctional institution for those convicted of major crimes | - |
| dan | 4 | - | - |
| ken | 7 | range of what one can know or understand | beyond my ken |
| net | 3 | the excess of revenues over outlays in a given period of time (including depreciation and other non-cash expenses) | - |
| yen | 6 | have a desire for something or someone who is not present | - |
| ana | 3 | a collection of anecdotes about a person or place | - |
| han | 6 | imperial dynasty that ruled China (most of the time from 206 BC to AD 220) and expanded its boundaries and developed its bureaucracy; remembered as one of the great eras of Chinese civilization | - |
| ann | 3 | - | - |
| pan | 5 | cooking utensil consisting of a wide metal vessel | - |
| nut | 3 | someone who is so ardently devoted to something that it resembles an addiction | a car nut |
| 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 | - |
| jun | 10 | - | - |
| con | 5 | commit to memory; learn by heart | - |
| pin | 5 | a holder attached to the gunwale of a boat that holds the oar in place and acts as a fulcrum for rowing | - |
| tin | 3 | a silvery malleable metallic element that resists corrosion; used in many alloys and to coat other metals to prevent corrosion; obtained chiefly from cassiterite where it occurs as tin oxide | - |
| hon | 6 | - | - |
| nap | 5 | the yarn (as in a rug or velvet or corduroy) that stands up from the weave | - |
| bon | 5 | - | - |
| ton | 3 | a British unit of weight equivalent to 2240 pounds | - |
| lin | 3 | United States sculptor and architect whose public works include the memorial to veterans of the Vietnam War in Washington (born in 1959) | - |
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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 |
| want | 7 | have need of | This piano wants the attention of a competent tuner |
| when | 10 | - | - |
| then | 7 | subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors) | then he left |
| been | 6 | - | - |
| down | 8 | English physician who first described Down's syndrome (1828-1896) | - |
| need | 5 | have need of | - |
| only | 7 | without any others being included or involved | a privilege granted only to him |
| mean | 6 | (used of sums of money) so small in amount as to deserve contempt | - |
| even | 7 | to a greater degree or extent; used with comparisons | looked sick and felt even worse |
| find | 8 | the act of discovering something | - |
| into | 4 | To the inside of; within. It is used in a variety of applications. | - |
| 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 |
| long | 5 | good at remembering | - |
| name | 6 | assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to | They named their son David |
| nice | 6 | done with delicacy and skill | a nice bit of craft |
| fine | 7 | money extracted as a penalty | - |
| done | 5 | having finished or arrived at completion | certain to make history before he's done |
| 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 |
| kind | 9 | agreeable, conducive to comfort | a dry climate kind to asthmatics |
| next | 11 | immediately following in time or order | next in line |
| went | 7 | - | - |
| mind | 7 | pay close attention to; give heed to | - |
| seen | 4 | - | - |
| once | 6 | on one occasion | once I ran into her |
| open | 6 | (of textures) full of small openings or gaps | an open texture |
| knew | 11 | - | - |
| turn | 4 | to break and turn over earth especially with a plow | turn the earth in the Spring |
| damn | 7 | something of little value | his promise is not worth a damn |
| gone | 5 | drained of energy or effectiveness; extremely tired; completely exhausted | - |
| soon | 4 | in the near future | the doctor will soon be here |
| hand | 8 | the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb | he had the hands of a surgeon |
| mine | 6 | excavation in the earth from which ores and minerals are extracted | - |
| town | 7 | an administrative division of a county | the town is responsible for snow removal |
| send | 5 | transfer | - |
| line | 4 | a course of reasoning aimed at demonstrating a truth or falsehood; the methodical process of logical reasoning | I can't follow your line of reasoning |
| news | 7 | information about recent and important events | they awaited news of the outcome |
| king | 9 | a male sovereign; ruler of a kingdom | - |
| plan | 6 | an arrangement scheme | a plan for seating guests |
| sing | 5 | make a whining, ringing, or whistling sound | the kettle was singing |
| sent | 4 | 100 senti equal 1 kroon in Estonia | - |
| john | 14 | a room or building equipped with one or more toilets | - |
| hang | 8 | fall or flow in a certain way | This dress hangs well |
| sign | 5 | structure displaying a board on which advertisements can be posted | the highway was lined with signboards |
| song | 5 | the act of singing | with a shout and a song they marched up to the gates |
| born | 6 | being talented through inherited qualities | a born musician |
| pain | 6 | cause emotional anguish or make miserable | It pains me to see my children not being taught well in school |
| land | 5 | material in the top layer of the surface of the earth in which plants can grow (especially with reference to its quality or use) | the land had never been plowed |
| none | 4 | a canonical hour that is the ninth hour of the day counting from sunrise | - |
| near | 4 | with or in a close or intimate relationship | my sisters and brothers are near and dear |
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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 |
| going | 7 | the act of departing | - |
| gonna | 6 | - | - |
| never | 8 | not ever; at no time in the past or future | I have never been to China |
| doing | 7 | - | - |
| thank | 12 | express gratitude or show appreciation to | - |
| thing | 9 | a vaguely specified concern | things are going well |
| again | 6 | anew | she tried again |
| money | 10 | the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender | we tried to collect the money he owed us |
| night | 9 | the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside | - |
| wrong | 9 | that which is contrary to the principles of justice or law | he feels that you are in the wrong |
| being | 8 | the state or fact of existing | a point of view gradually coming into being |
| woman | 10 | a human female employed to do housework | I have a woman who comes in four hours a day while I write |
| found | 9 | use as a basis for; found on | - |
| wanna | 8 | - | - |
| alone | 5 | without anybody else or anything else | the child stayed home alone |
| bring | 8 | bestow a quality on | She brings a special atmosphere to our meetings |
| haven | 11 | a sheltered port where ships can take on or discharge cargo | - |
| since | 7 | From a definite past time until now. | he went a month ago, and I have not seen him since |
| phone | 10 | (phonetics) an individual sound unit of speech without concern as to whether or not it is a phoneme of some language | - |
| drink | 10 | propose a toast to | Let's drink to the New Year |
| young | 9 | (of crops) harvested at an early stage of development; before complete maturity | young corn |
| until | 5 | As far as; to the place or degree that; especially, up to the time that; till. | - |
| hands | 9 | the force of workers available | - |
| under | 6 | further down | see under for further discussion |
| women | 10 | - | - |
| means | 7 | considerable capital (wealth or income) | he is a man of means |
| point | 7 | be oriented | The weather vane points North |
| stand | 6 | put up with something or somebody unpleasant | - |
| honey | 11 | a beloved person; used as terms of endearment | - |
| front | 8 | the side that is forward or prominent | - |
| funny | 11 | an account of an amusing incident (usually with a punch line) | she told a funny story |
| uncle | 7 | a source of help and advice and encouragement | he played uncle to lonely students |
| along | 6 | with a forward motion | we drove along admiring the view |
| needs | 6 | in such a manner as could not be otherwise | we must needs by objective |
| 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 | - |
| taken | 9 | understood in a certain way; made sense of | a word taken literally |
| sound | 6 | (phonetics) an individual sound unit of speech without concern as to whether or not it is a phoneme of some language | - |
| learn | 5 | commit to memory; learn by heart | - |
| clean | 7 | make clean by removing dirt, filth, or unwanted substances from | The dentist cleaned my teeth |
| sense | 5 | the meaning of a word or expression; the way in which a word or expression or situation can be interpreted | the dictionary gave several senses for the word |
| month | 10 | one of the twelve divisions of the calendar year | he paid the bill last month |
| known | 12 | apprehended with certainty | a known quantity |
| given | 9 | an assumption that is taken for granted | - |
| train | 5 | teach and supervise (someone); act as a trainer or coach (to), as in sports | He is training our Olympic team |
| seven | 8 | the cardinal number that is the sum of six and one | - |
| round | 6 | a regular route for a sentry or policeman | - |
| spend | 8 | pay out | spend money |
| lying | 9 | the deliberate act of deviating from the truth | - |
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6 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| things | 10 | any movable possession (especially articles of clothing) | she packed her things and left |
| thanks | 13 | an acknowledgment of appreciation | - |
| around | 7 | used of movement to or among many different places or in no particular direction | news gets around (or about) |
| coming | 11 | the act of drawing spatially closer to something | - |
| listen | 6 | pay close attention to; give heed to | - |
| wanted | 10 | characterized by feeling or showing fond affection for | so good to feel wanted |
| enough | 10 | an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose | enough is as good as a feast |
| friend | 10 | a member of the Religious Society of Friends founded by George Fox (the Friends have never called themselves Quakers) | - |
| trying | 10 | extremely irritating to the nerves | a trying day at the office |
| 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 |
| second | 9 | an indefinitely short time | - |
| inside | 7 | on the inside | inside, the car is a mess |
| person | 8 | a human being | there was too much for one person to do |
| happen | 13 | come upon, as if by accident; meet with | I happened upon the most wonderful bakery not very far from here |
| having | 13 | - | - |
| anyway | 15 | in any way whatsoever | get it done anyway you can |
| number | 10 | put into a group | - |
| nobody | 12 | a person of no influence | - |
| minute | 8 | an indefinitely short time | it only takes a minute |
| 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 |
| moment | 10 | having important effects or influence | virtue is of more moment than security |
| behind | 12 | of timepieces | my watch is running behind |
| 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 |
| reason | 6 | present reasons and arguments | - |
| living | 10 | the experience of being alive; the course of human events and activities | - |
| dinner | 7 | a party of people assembled to have dinner together | guests should never be late to a dinner party |
| cannot | 8 | - | - |
| return | 6 | the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property | the average return was about 5% |
| asking | 11 | the verbal act of requesting | - |
| longer | 7 | a person with a strong desire for something | a longer for money |
| finish | 12 | a decorative texture or appearance of a surface (or the substance that gives it that appearance) | the boat had a metallic finish |
| seeing | 7 | normal use of the faculty of vision | - |
| strong | 7 | immune to attack; incapable of being tampered with | - |
| moving | 12 | arousing or capable of arousing deep emotion | she laid her case of destitution before him in a very moving letter |
| giving | 11 | given or giving freely | Saturday's child is loving and giving |
| turned | 7 | in an unpalatable state | - |
| during | 8 | In the time of; as long as the action or existence of. | during life |
| wonder | 10 | something that causes feelings of wonder | the wonders of modern science |
| normal | 8 | something regarded as a normative example | - |
| needed | 8 | necessary for relief or supply | - |
| single | 7 | characteristic of or meant for a single person or thing | single occupancy |
| hungry | 13 | (usually followed by `for') extremely desirous | hungry for recognition |
| handle | 10 | touch, lift, or hold with the hands | Don't handle the merchandise |
| crying | 12 | demanding attention | a crying need |
| entire | 6 | constituting the full quantity or extent; complete | an entire town devastated by an earthquake |
| broken | 12 | out of working order (`busted' is an informal substitute for `broken') | a broken washing machine |
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7 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| nothing | 11 | a quantity of no importance | it looked like nothing I had ever seen before |
| someone | 9 | a human being | - |
| fucking | 17 | informal intensifiers | - |
| 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 | - |
| looking | 12 | appearing to be as specified; usually used as combining forms | left their clothes dirty looking |
| morning | 10 | the time period between dawn and noon | I spent the morning running errands |
| getting | 9 | the act of acquiring something | he's much more interested in the getting than in the giving |
| tonight | 11 | during the night of the present day | drop by tonight |
| working | 15 | actively engaged in paid work | the working population |
| waiting | 11 | being and remaining ready and available for use | waiting cars and limousines lined the curb |
| minutes | 9 | a written account of what transpired at a meeting | - |
| 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 |
| between | 12 | in the interval | dancing all the dances with little rest between |
| country | 12 | the territory occupied by a nation | - |
| playing | 13 | the performance of a part or role in a drama | - |
| leaving | 11 | the act of departing | - |
| telling | 8 | powerfully persuasive | a telling presentation |
| feeling | 11 | the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people | - |
| company | 16 | a social or business visitor | the room was a mess because he hadn't expected company |
| million | 9 | the number that is represented as a one followed by 6 zeros | - |
| running | 8 | the act of participating in an athletic competition involving running on a track | - |
| anybody | 16 | Any one out of an indefinite number of persons; anyone; any person. | - |
| control | 9 | handle and cause to function | control the lever |
| evening | 11 | the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall) | he enjoyed the evening light across the lake |
| changed | 14 | changed in constitution or structure or composition by metamorphism | - |
| strange | 8 | not known before | used many strange words |
| meeting | 10 | the social act of assembling for some common purpose | his meeting with the salesmen was the high point of his day |
| finally | 13 | the item at the end | - |
| 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 |
| kidding | 14 | - | - |
| imagine | 10 | form a mental image of something that is not present or that is not the case | - |
| wedding | 13 | the social event at which the ceremony of marriage is performed | - |
| missing | 10 | nonexistent | - |
| station | 7 | assign to a station | - |
| darling | 9 | an Australian river; tributary of the Murray River | - |
| present | 9 | perform (a play), especially on a stage | - |
| 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 | - |
| sitting | 8 | a meeting of spiritualists | - |
| hundred | 12 | ten 10s | - |
| english | 11 | an Indo-European language belonging to the West Germanic branch; the official language of Britain and the United States and most of the commonwealth countries | - |
| certain | 9 | having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured | felt certain of success |
| neither | 10 | not either; not one or the other | - |
| killing | 12 | very funny | a killing joke |
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8 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| anything | 15 | - | - |
| everyone | 14 | Everybody; commonly separated, every one. | - |
| business | 10 | a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it | he bought his brother's business |
| thinking | 16 | endowed with the capacity to reason | - |
| children | 14 | - | - |
| question | 17 | uncertainty about the truth or factuality or existence of something | there is no question about the validity of the enterprise |
| laughing | 13 | showing or feeling mirth or pleasure or happiness | laughing children |
| finished | 15 | brought to ruin | after the revolution the aristocracy was finished |
| watching | 17 | the act of observing; taking a patient look | - |
| building | 12 | the commercial activity involved in repairing old structures or constructing new ones | workers in the building trades |
| accident | 13 | anything that happens suddenly or by chance without an apparent cause | winning the lottery was a happy accident |
| 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 | - |
| sleeping | 11 | quiet and inactive restfulness | - |
| continue | 10 | continue a certain state, condition, or activity | We continued to work into the night |
| fighting | 16 | engaged in or ready for military or naval operations | review the fighting forces |
| evidence | 14 | provide evidence for | - |
| standing | 10 | an ordered listing of scores or results showing the relative positions of competitors (individuals or teams) in a sporting event | - |
| suddenly | 13 | on impulse; without premeditation | he made up his mind suddenly |
| personal | 10 | a short newspaper article about a particular person or group | - |
| position | 10 | a condition or position in which you find yourself | the unpleasant situation (or position) of having to choose between two evils |
| 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 | - |
| involved | 15 | highly complex or intricate and occasionally devious | the plot was too involved |
| drinking | 14 | the act of drinking alcoholic beverages to excess | - |
| decision | 11 | the act of making up your mind about something | the burden of decision was his |
| princess | 12 | a female member of a royal family other than the queen (especially the daughter of a sovereign) | - |
| shooting | 12 | the act of firing a projectile | his shooting was slow but accurate |
| feelings | 12 | emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity) | the remark hurt his feelings |
| interest | 8 | be on the mind of | - |
| language | 10 | a systematic means of communicating by the use of sounds or conventional symbols | he taught foreign languages |
| nonsense | 8 | ornamental objects of no great value | - |
| national | 8 | a person who owes allegiance to that nation | - |
| innocent | 10 | not knowledgeable about something specified | American tourists wholly innocent of French |
| handsome | 14 | given or giving freely | a handsome allowance |
| consider | 11 | show consideration for; take into account | You must consider her age |
| mountain | 10 | a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill | - |
| medicine | 13 | treat medicinally, treat with medicine | - |
| training | 9 | activity leading to skilled behavior | - |
| strength | 12 | capability in terms of personnel and materiel that affect the capacity to fight a war | we faced an army of great strength |
| whenever | 17 | - | - |
| minister | 10 | a person authorized to conduct religious worship | clergymen are usually called ministers in Protestant churches |
| sergeant | 9 | a lawman with the rank of sergeant | - |
| criminal | 12 | someone who has committed a crime or has been legally convicted of a crime | - |
| breaking | 15 | the act of breaking something | - |
| universe | 11 | everything stated or assumed in a given discussion | - |
| 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 |
| shouting | 12 | uttering a loud inarticulate cry as of pain or excitement | - |
| bringing | 12 | the act of delivering or distributing something (as goods or mail) | - |
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9 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| something | 15 | An indeterminate or unknown event. | - |
| different | 16 | differing from all others; not ordinary | advertising that strives continually to be different |
| important | 13 | having authority or ascendancy or influence | an important official |
| wonderful | 16 | extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers | - |
| president | 12 | the officer who presides at the meetings of an organization | - |
| happening | 17 | an event that happens | - |
| 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 |
| dangerous | 11 | involving or causing danger or risk; liable to hurt or harm | a dangerous criminal |
| situation | 9 | a condition or position in which you find yourself | the unpleasant situation (or position) of having to choose between two evils |
| attention | 9 | the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others | - |
| 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 |
| beginning | 13 | serving to begin | the beginning canto of the poem |
| listening | 10 | the act of hearing attentively | you can learn a lot by just listening |
| 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 | - |
| excellent | 18 | very good; of the highest quality | made an excellent speech |
| fantastic | 14 | ludicrously odd | fantastic Halloween costumes |
| following | 16 | a group of followers or enthusiasts | - |
| according | 15 | (followed by `to') as reported or stated by | according to historians |
| wondering | 14 | showing curiosity | - |
| forgotten | 13 | not noticed inadvertently | her aching muscles forgotten she danced all night |
| 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 |
| introduce | 12 | bring something new to an environment | A new word processor was introduced |
| expensive | 21 | high in price or charging high prices | expensive clothes |
| recognize | 21 | express greetings upon meeting someone | - |
| 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 | - |
| emergency | 17 | a brake operated by hand; usually operates by mechanical linkage | - |
| condition | 12 | the procedure that is varied in order to estimate a variable's effect by comparison with a control condition | - |
| interview | 15 | conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting | - |
| insurance | 11 | written contract or certificate of insurance | - |
| gentleman | 12 | a manservant who acts as a personal attendant to his employer | - |
| breathing | 15 | the bodily process of inhalation and exhalation; the process of taking in oxygen from inhaled air and releasing carbon dioxide by exhalation | - |
| expecting | 21 | - | - |
| concerned | 14 | involved in or affected by or having a claim to or share in | a memorandum to those concerned |
| community | 18 | a district where people live; occupied primarily by private residences | - |
| commander | 16 | an officer in the airforce | - |
| mountains | 11 | - | - |
| assistant | 9 | a person who contributes to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose | my invaluable assistant |
| suffering | 16 | feelings of mental or physical pain | - |
| treatment | 11 | the management of someone or something | the treatment of water sewage |
| knowledge | 18 | the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning | - |
| inspector | 13 | an investigator who observes carefully | - |
| telephone | 14 | electronic equipment that converts sound into electrical signals that can be transmitted over distances and then converts received signals back into sounds | I talked to him on the telephone |
| christian | 14 | a religious person who believes Jesus is the Christ and who is a member of a Christian denomination | - |
| including | 13 | - | - |
| direction | 12 | the act of setting and holding a course | a new council was installed under the direction of the king |
| challenge | 15 | take exception to | She challenged his claims |
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10 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| everything | 20 | - | - |
| understand | 12 | believe to be the case | I understand you have no previous experience? |
| girlfriend | 15 | a girl or young woman with whom a man is romantically involved | his girlfriend kicked him out |
| government | 16 | the act of governing; exercising authority | he had considerable experience of government |
| interested | 11 | involved in or affected by or having a claim to or share in | the interested parties met to discuss the business |
| definitely | 17 | without question and beyond doubt | - |
| difference | 19 | a variation that deviates from the standard or norm | - |
| experience | 21 | go through (mental or physical states or experiences) | experience vertigo |
| understood | 12 | implied by or inferred from actions or statements | the understood provisos of a custody agreement |
| 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 |
| incredible | 15 | beyond belief or understanding | at incredible speed |
| lieutenant | 10 | an officer in a police force | - |
| university | 16 | a large and diverse institution of higher learning created to educate for life and for a profession and to grant degrees | - |
| apparently | 17 | unmistakably (`plain' is often used informally for `plainly') | she has apparently been living here for some time |
| disgusting | 13 | highly offensive; arousing aversion or disgust | a disgusting smell |
| downstairs | 14 | on or of lower floors of a building | the downstairs (or downstair) phone |
| television | 13 | broadcasting visual images of stationary or moving objects | - |
| permission | 14 | the act of giving a formal (usually written) authorization | - |
| 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 | - |
| connection | 14 | the process of bringing ideas or events together in memory or imagination | - |
| friendship | 19 | the state of being friends (or friendly) | - |
| protection | 14 | payment extorted by gangsters on threat of violence | every store in the neighborhood had to pay him protection |
| production | 15 | an artifact that has been created by someone or some process | they export most of their agricultural production |
| considered | 14 | carefully weighed | a considered opinion |
| revolution | 13 | a single complete turn (axial or orbital) | the revolution of the earth about the sun takes one year |
| technology | 19 | the discipline dealing with the art or science of applying scientific knowledge to practical problems | - |
| confidence | 18 | a trustful relationship | he took me into his confidence |
| conference | 17 | an association of sports teams that organizes matches for its members | - |
| punishment | 17 | the act of punishing | - |
| reputation | 12 | the state of being held in high esteem and honor | - |
| generation | 11 | a coming into being | - |
| background | 20 | understate the importance or quality of | - |
| conditions | 13 | the atmospheric conditions that comprise the state of the atmosphere in terms of temperature and wind and clouds and precipitation | every day we have weather conditions and yesterday was no exception |
| chattering | 16 | the high-pitched continuing noise made by animals (birds or monkeys) | - |
| collection | 14 | request for a sum of money | - |
| frightened | 18 | made afraid | the frightened child cowered in the corner |
| surrounded | 12 | confined on all sides | a camp surrounded by enemies |
| indistinct | 13 | not clearly defined or easy to perceive or understand | indistinct shapes in the gloom |
| 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 |
| pretending | 14 | the act of giving a false appearance | his conformity was only pretending |
| experiment | 21 | the testing of an idea | it was an experiment in living |
| impression | 14 | a concavity in a surface produced by pressing | he left the impression of his fingers in the soft mud |
| conscience | 16 | motivation deriving logically from ethical or moral principles that govern a person's thoughts and actions | - |
| individual | 15 | characteristic of or meant for a single person or thing | an individual serving |
| whispering | 19 | speaking softly without vibration of the vocal cords | - |
| underneath | 14 | - | - |
| invitation | 13 | a request (spoken or written) to participate or be present or take part in something | an invitation to lunch |
| incredibly | 18 | not easy to believe | incredibly, she survived the crash |
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Welcome to the vibrant and dynamic world of words containing N, where linguistic charm meets phonetic flair! The inclusion of 'N' in a word often brings with it a nasal resonance and a touch of the familiar. From common companions like "banana" to the mystique of "phantom," these words have a special place in our vocabulary. As we journey through this article, you’ll encounter captivating examples that will not only enhance your appreciation for these words but also add a sprinkle of fun to your linguistic repertoire.
About words containing N
The letter 'N' is a frequent flyer in the English language, boasting a respectable presence in the alphabet lineup. It often graces the middle of words, creating a seamless bridge between consonants and vowels. Whether starting, ending, or nestled snugly within, its presence can alter pronunciation, turning potential tongue twisters into melodious utterances. Take "ant" and "net," for example; the 'N' provides a nasal sound that balances the other letters, making the words crisp and clear when spoken.
The beauty of 'N' lies in its ability to shape meaning, adding depth and nuance to words. Consider the difference between "can" and "can't"—a single 'N' transforms possibility into negation. The versatility of 'N' is further illustrated in words like "landscape," where it helps paint vivid mental imagery, or in "ponder," where it invites contemplation. The role of 'N' in these words is more than functional; it's transformative, proving its mettle as a linguistic powerhouse.
Popular word examples
Words containing N are not just abundant; they are pivotal in communication. Here’s a closer look at some popular examples:
Banana
- Definition: A long, curved fruit with a yellow skin.
- Example in a Sentence: She packed a banana in her lunchbox for a healthy snack.
- Fun Fact: The word "banana" is derived from the Arabic word "banan," meaning finger.
Elephant
- Definition: A large mammal with a trunk and tusks.
- Example in a Sentence: The elephant gracefully moved through the savannah.
- Fun Fact: The word "elephant" has been around since the 14th century, derived from Latin and Greek origins.
Phantom
- Definition: A ghost or apparition.
- Example in a Sentence: The old castle was rumored to be haunted by a phantom.
- Fun Fact: The word "phantom" comes from the Greek "phantasma," meaning an image or illusion.
Instant
- Definition: A very short period of time.
- Example in a Sentence: She made an instant decision to go on the trip.
- Fun Fact: The word "instant" is related to the Latin "instans," which means urgent or pressing.
Lantern
- Definition: A portable light source with a protective enclosure.
- Example in a Sentence: They carried a lantern to light their way through the dark forest.
- Fun Fact: The design of lanterns has been found in ancient Chinese and Roman artifacts.
Jungle
- Definition: A dense forest in a tropical region.
- Example in a Sentence: The explorers ventured deep into the jungle.
- Fun Fact: "Jungle" entered the English language from the Hindi word "jangal."
Unicorn
- Definition: A mythical creature resembling a horse with a single horn on its forehead.
- Example in a Sentence: Legends say that the unicorn possesses magical powers.
- Fun Fact: Unicorns have been depicted in art dating back to Mesopotamian times.
Vintage
- Definition: Characteristic of the high quality of a past time.
- Example in a Sentence: She collects vintage dresses from the 1950s.
- Fun Fact: "Vintage" originally referred to the harvest of grapes.
Ninja
- Definition: A skilled Japanese warrior specializing in stealth and espionage.
- Example in a Sentence: The ninja moved silently across the rooftops.
- Fun Fact: The romanticized image of ninjas often seen in movies is largely fictional.
Penguin
- Definition: A flightless seabird with flippers and tuxedo-like coloring.
- Example in a Sentence: The penguin waddled across the icy landscape.
- Fun Fact: Penguins can be found in the Southern Hemisphere, particularly in Antarctica.
High-scoring scrabble examples
Scrabble enthusiasts rejoice! Words containing N can boost your score significantly. Here's a look at some high-scoring options:
| Word | Scrabble Points | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| Quinine | 16 | A bitter compound used to treat malaria. |
| Quinsy | 18 | An abscess in the region around a tonsil. |
| Zoning | 16 | The act of dividing land into zones for specific use. |
| Sphinx | 18 | A mythical creature with a lion's body and human head. |
| Jinxing | 22 | The act of bringing bad luck. |
Popular 5-letter words for Wordle
For the Wordle wizards out there, these five-letter words containing N are perfect contenders:
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Antic | A playful trick or prank. |
| Angel | A spiritual being or messenger. |
| Brink | The edge or verge of something. |
| Crank | A handle or lever for turning. |
| Flank | The side of a person's or animal's body. |
| Glint | A small flash of light. |
| Knack | A natural skill or talent. |
Unusual and rare word examples
Delve into the peculiar and unique world of unusual words containing N that are sure to spark curiosity:
Anemone
- Definition: A type of brightly colored sea creature or flower.
- Interesting Fact: The name comes from the Greek "anemos," meaning wind, as the flowers were thought to bloom only when the wind blew.
- Example in a Sentence: The anemone swayed gently with the ocean currents.
Nincompoop
- Definition: A silly or foolish person.
- Interesting Fact: The origin of "nincompoop" is uncertain, though it has been used in English since the 17th century.
- Example in a Sentence: Despite his mistakes, he was no nincompoop when it came to solving puzzles.
Pneumatic
- Definition: Operated by air or gas under pressure.
- Interesting Fact: The word "pneumatic" has its roots in the Greek word "pneuma," meaning breath or wind.
- Example in a Sentence: The pneumatic drill made quick work of the concrete.
Quincunx
- Definition: An arrangement of five objects in a square or rectangle, with one at each corner and one in the center.
- Interesting Fact: The quincunx pattern has been used in gardening and architecture for centuries.
- Example in a Sentence: The ancient garden featured a quincunx layout of trees.
Tantalize
- Definition: To tease or torment by offering something desirable but keeping it out of reach.
- Interesting Fact: The word comes from the Greek myth of Tantalus, who was punished by being unable to reach food and water.
- Example in a Sentence: The sight of the delicious cake tantalized him from across the room.
Final words
In the rich tapestry of the English language, words containing N hold a special place, weaving through our conversations with ease and elegance. Whether you're playing games, crafting sentences, or simply enjoying the rhythm of language, these words bring a unique flair to our daily lives. So, next time you stumble upon a word with an N, take a moment to appreciate its contribution to the melody of speech.
