Words Ending With L
Welcome to the land of words that end with a delightful "L!" Get ready to uncover a treasure trove of playful, musical, and whimsical words that all share this charming ending. Whether you're a wordsmith or just curious, dive in and let the magic of "L" enchant you!
2 letter words
| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| al | 2 | a silvery ductile metallic element found primarily in bauxite | - |
| el | 2 | angular distance above the horizon (especially of a celestial object) | - |
3 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| all | 3 | to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (`whole' is often used informally for `wholly') | a totally new situation |
| ill | 3 | affected by an impairment of normal physical or mental function | ill from the monotony of his suffering |
| oil | 3 | oil paint containing pigment that is used by an artist | - |
| pal | 5 | a close friend who accompanies his buddies in their activities | - |
| mel | 5 | - | - |
| sal | 3 | - | - |
| del | 4 | - | - |
| til | 3 | - | - |
| gal | 4 | United States liquid unit equal to 4 quarts or 3.785 liters | - |
| cal | 5 | - | - |
| owl | 6 | nocturnal bird of prey with hawk-like beak and claws and large head with front-facing eyes | - |
| ail | 3 | cause bodily suffering to and make sick or indisposed | - |
| sol | 3 | a colloid that has a continuous liquid phase in which a solid is suspended in a liquid | - |
| mal | 5 | - | - |
| mil | 5 | a Swedish unit of length equivalent to 10 km | - |
| tel | 3 | - | - |
| ell | 3 | an extension at the end and at right angles to the main building | - |
| nil | 3 | a quantity of no importance | reduced to nil all the work we had done |
| gel | 4 | a thin translucent membrane used over stage lights for color effects | - |
| eel | 3 | the fatty flesh of eel; an elongate fish found in fresh water in Europe and America; large eels are usually smoked or pickled | - |
| dal | 4 | a metric unit of volume or capacity equal to 10 liters | - |
| pol | 5 | a person active in party politics | - |
| bel | 5 | a logarithmic unit of sound intensity equal to 10 decibels | - |
| col | 5 | a pass between mountain peaks | - |
| vol | 6 | - | - |
| dol | 4 | the federal department responsible for promoting the working conditions of wage earners in the United States; created in 1913 | - |
| bal | 5 | - | - |
| fil | 6 | - | - |
| mol | 5 | the molecular weight of a substance expressed in grams; the basic unit of amount of substance adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites | - |
| awl | 6 | a pointed tool for marking surfaces or for punching small holes | - |
| pul | 5 | 100 puls equal 1 afghani in Afghanistan | - |
| pel | 5 | (computer science) the smallest discrete component of an image or picture on a CRT screen (usually a colored dot) | - |
| sel | 3 | - | - |
| gul | 4 | - | - |
| aal | 3 | - | - |
| cel | 5 | - | - |
| jol | 10 | - | - |
| zel | 12 | - | - |
| zol | 12 | - | - |
4 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| will | 7 | a legal document declaring a person's wishes regarding the disposal of their property when they die | - |
| well | 7 | in a manner affording benefit or advantage | she married well |
| tell | 4 | give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority | - |
| call | 6 | assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to | - |
| girl | 5 | a girl or young woman with whom a man is romantically involved | his girlfriend kicked him out |
| feel | 7 | the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people | the feel of the city excited him |
| kill | 8 | mark for deletion, rub off, or erase | kill these lines in the President's speech |
| hell | 7 | (Christianity) the abode of Satan and the forces of evil; where sinners suffer eternal punishment | - |
| real | 4 | being or reflecting the essential or genuine character of something | - |
| deal | 5 | an agreement between parties (usually arrived at after discussion) fixing obligations of each | he rose to prominence through a series of shady deals |
| cool | 6 | great coolness and composure under strain | keep your cool |
| full | 7 | increase in phase | - |
| till | 4 | a treasury for government funds | - |
| fall | 7 | move downward and lower, but not necessarily all the way | The barometer is falling |
| pull | 6 | strip of feathers | pull a chicken |
| sell | 4 | deliver to an enemy by treachery | - |
| ball | 6 | a lavish dance requiring formal attire | - |
| fool | 7 | a person who lacks good judgment | - |
| fell | 7 | pass away rapidly | - |
| soul | 4 | the immaterial part of a person; the actuating cause of an individual life | - |
| paul | 6 | United States feminist (1885-1977) | - |
| bill | 6 | a statute in draft before it becomes law | they held a public hearing on the bill |
| cell | 6 | a room where a prisoner is kept | - |
| wall | 7 | an embankment built around a space for defensive purposes | they blew the trumpet and the walls came tumbling down |
| evil | 7 | morally objectionable behavior | - |
| jail | 11 | lock up or confine, in or as in a jail | - |
| roll | 4 | a list of names | his name was struck off the rolls |
| bell | 6 | the shape of a bell | - |
| hall | 7 | United States chemist who developed an economical method of producing aluminum from bauxite (1863-1914) | - |
| fill | 7 | make full, also in a metaphorical sense | fill a container |
| pool | 6 | something resembling a pool of liquid | he stood in a pool of light |
| 6 | cause to be directed or transmitted to another place | I'll mail you the paper when it's written | |
| goal | 5 | the state of affairs that a plan is intended to achieve and that (when achieved) terminates behavior intended to achieve it | - |
| meal | 6 | the food served and eaten at one time | - |
| hill | 7 | United States railroad tycoon (1838-1916) | - |
| tall | 4 | too improbable to admit of belief | a tall story |
| carl | 6 | - | - |
| fail | 7 | disappoint, prove undependable to; abandon, forsake | His sense of smell failed him this time |
| bull | 6 | (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Taurus | - |
| tail | 4 | a spy employed to follow someone and report their movements | - |
| doll | 5 | informal terms for a (young) woman | - |
| bowl | 9 | a small round container that is open at the top for holding tobacco | - |
| hail | 7 | praise vociferously | The critics hailed the young pianist as a new Rubinstein |
| nail | 4 | hit hard | - |
| fuel | 7 | provide with fuel | - |
| seal | 4 | a member of a Naval Special Warfare unit who is trained for unconventional warfare | - |
| weil | 7 | United States mathematician (born in France) (1906-1998) | - |
| yell | 7 | utter a sudden loud cry | I yelled to her from the window but she couldn't hear me |
| mall | 6 | mercantile establishment consisting of a carefully landscaped complex of shops representing leading merchandisers; usually includes restaurants and a convenient parking area; a modern version of the traditional marketplace | they spent their weekends at the local malls |
| pill | 6 | a contraceptive in the form of a pill containing estrogen and progestin to inhibit ovulation and so prevent conception | - |
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5 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| still | 5 | to a greater degree or extent; used with comparisons | an even (or still) more interesting problem |
| until | 5 | As far as; to the place or degree that; especially, up to the time that; till. | - |
| shall | 8 | - | - |
| small | 7 | not large but sufficient in size or amount | helped in my own small way |
| hotel | 8 | a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services | - |
| smell | 7 | any property detected by the olfactory system | - |
| steal | 5 | move stealthily | - |
| level | 8 | a specific identifiable position in a continuum or series or especially in a process | - |
| final | 8 | not to be altered or undone | the judge's decision is final |
| angel | 6 | the highest waterfall; has more than one leap; flow varies seasonally | - |
| devil | 9 | (Judeo-Christian and Islamic religions) chief spirit of evil and adversary of God; tempter of mankind; master of Hell | - |
| total | 5 | determine the sum of | - |
| local | 7 | anesthetic that numbs a particular area of the body | - |
| awful | 11 | offensive or even (of persons) malicious | - |
| usual | 5 | commonly encountered | the usual greeting |
| model | 8 | a person who poses for a photographer or painter or sculptor | the president didn't have time to be a model so the artist worked from photos |
| trial | 5 | trying something to find out about it | a sample for ten days free trial |
| legal | 6 | having legal efficacy or force | - |
| royal | 8 | belonging to or befitting a supreme ruler | treated with royal acclaim |
| spell | 7 | indicate or signify | I'm afraid this spells trouble! |
| metal | 7 | containing or made of or resembling or characteristic of a metal | a metallic compound |
| wheel | 11 | move along on or as if on wheels or a wheeled vehicle | - |
| steel | 5 | get ready for something difficult or unpleasant | - |
| chill | 10 | coldness due to a cold environment | - |
| cruel | 7 | (of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering | cruel tortures |
| novel | 8 | original and of a kind not seen before | the computer produced a completely novel proof of a well-known theorem |
| civil | 10 | not rude; marked by satisfactory (or especially minimal) adherence to social usages and sufficient but not noteworthy consideration for others | even if he didn't like them he should have been civil |
| equal | 14 | a person who is of equal standing with another in a group | - |
| skull | 9 | the bony skeleton of the head of vertebrates | - |
| moral | 7 | the significance of a story or event | the moral of the story is to love thy neighbor |
| towel | 8 | a rectangular piece of absorbent cloth (or paper) for drying or wiping | - |
| shell | 8 | remove the husks from | - |
| trail | 5 | to lag or linger behind | - |
| motel | 7 | a motor hotel | - |
| loyal | 8 | inspired by love for your country | - |
| pearl | 7 | a shape that is spherical and small | - |
| carol | 7 | joyful religious song celebrating the birth of Christ | - |
| ideal | 6 | of or relating to the philosophical doctrine of the reality of ideas | - |
| spoil | 7 | make a mess of, destroy or ruin | - |
| drill | 6 | make a hole, especially with a pointed power or hand tool | don't drill here, there's a gas pipe |
| skill | 9 | an ability that has been acquired by training | - |
| vital | 8 | urgently needed; absolutely necessary | vital for a healthy society |
| medal | 8 | an award for winning a championship or commemorating some other event | - |
| label | 7 | trade name of a company that produces musical recordings | the artists and repertoire department of a recording label is responsible for finding new talent |
| crawl | 10 | show submission or fear | - |
| fatal | 8 | (of events) having extremely unfortunate or dire consequences; bringing ruin | such doctrines, if true, would be absolutely fatal to my theory |
| spill | 7 | flow, run or fall out and become lost | The milk spilled across the floor |
| rebel | 7 | break with established customs | - |
| kneel | 9 | supporting yourself on your knees | - |
| swell | 8 | expand abnormally | The bellies of the starving children are swelling |
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6 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| school | 11 | a large group of fish | a school of small glittering fish swam by |
| normal | 8 | something regarded as a normative example | - |
| animal | 8 | marked by the appetites and passions of the body | animal instincts |
| travel | 9 | change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically | We travelled from Rome to Naples by bus |
| social | 8 | a party of people assembled to promote sociability and communal activity | - |
| signal | 7 | be a signal for or a symptom of | The economic indicators signal that the euro is undervalued |
| sexual | 13 | involved in a sexual relationship | the intimate (or sexual) relations between husband and wife |
| mental | 8 | of or relating to the chin or median part of the lower jaw | - |
| useful | 9 | being of use or service | the girl felt motherly and useful |
| global | 9 | involving the entire earth; not limited or provincial in scope | global war |
| detail | 7 | a small part that can be considered separately from the whole | it was perfect in all details |
| cancel | 10 | declare null and void; make ineffective | - |
| 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 | - |
| recall | 8 | cause to be returned | recall the defective auto tires |
| tunnel | 6 | move through by or as by digging | - |
| actual | 8 | being or reflecting the essential or genuine character of something | her actual motive |
| symbol | 13 | something visible that by association or convention represents something else that is invisible | the eagle is a symbol of the United States |
| patrol | 8 | maintain the security of by carrying out a patrol | - |
| serial | 6 | of or relating to the sequential performance of multiple operations | serial processing |
| reveal | 9 | make visible | - |
| ritual | 6 | any customary observance or practice | - |
| appeal | 10 | attractiveness that interests or pleases or stimulates | his smile was part of his appeal to her |
| visual | 9 | visible | a visual presentation |
| rascal | 8 | one who is playfully mischievous | - |
| pistol | 8 | a firearm that is held and fired with one hand | - |
| formal | 11 | a lavish dance requiring formal attire | - |
| pencil | 10 | a cosmetic in a long thin stick; designed to be applied to a particular part of the face | an eyebrow pencil |
| mortal | 8 | causing or capable of causing death | mortal combat |
| brutal | 8 | (of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering | brutal beatings |
| barrel | 8 | a bulging cylindrical shape; hollow with flat ends | - |
| manual | 8 | (military) a prescribed drill in handling a rifle | - |
| annual | 6 | a reference book that is published regularly once every year | - |
| marcel | 10 | a hairdo characterized by deep regular waves that are made by a heated curling iron | - |
| isabel | 8 | - | - |
| petrol | 8 | a volatile flammable mixture of hydrocarbons (hexane and heptane and octane etc.) derived from petroleum; used mainly as a fuel in internal-combustion engines | - |
| chapel | 13 | a service conducted in a place of worship that has its own altar | he was late for chapel |
| mutual | 8 | concerning each of two or more persons or things; especially given or done in return | mutual respect |
| vessel | 9 | a craft designed for water transportation | - |
| burial | 8 | concealing something under the ground | - |
| casual | 8 | hasty and without attention to detail; not thorough | a casual (or cursory) inspection failed to reveal the house's structural flaws |
| lethal | 9 | of an instrument of certain death | lethal weapon |
| thrill | 9 | feel sudden intense sensation or emotion | he was thrilled by the speed and the roar of the engine |
| shovel | 12 | a machine for excavating | - |
| dental | 7 | a consonant articulated with the tip of the tongue near the gum ridge | - |
| facial | 11 | cranial nerve that supplies facial muscles | - |
| fossil | 9 | someone whose style is out of fashion | - |
| cereal | 8 | grass whose starchy grains are used as food: wheat; rice; rye; oats; maize; buckwheat; millet | - |
| gospel | 9 | the four books in the New Testament (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John) that tell the story of Christ's life and teachings | - |
| rental | 6 | the act of paying for the use of something (as an apartment or house or car) | - |
| hostel | 9 | inexpensive supervised lodging (especially for youths on bicycling trips) | - |
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7 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| special | 11 | added to a regular schedule | a special holiday flight |
| careful | 12 | unhurried and with care and dignity | - |
| control | 9 | handle and cause to function | control the lever |
| general | 8 | a general officer of the highest rank | - |
| michael | 14 | (Old Testament) the guardian archangel of the Jews | - |
| several | 10 | considered individually | specialists in their several fields |
| natural | 7 | (of a parent or child) related by blood; genetically related | natural parent |
| medical | 12 | of or belonging to Aesculapius or the healing art | - |
| funeral | 10 | a ceremony at which a dead person is buried or cremated | hundreds of people attended his funeral |
| colonel | 9 | a commissioned military officer in the United States Army or Air Force or Marines who ranks above a lieutenant colonel and below a brigadier general | - |
| illegal | 8 | prohibited by law or by official or accepted rules | an illegal chess move |
| central | 9 | a workplace that serves as a telecommunications facility where lines from telephones can be connected together to permit communication | - |
| alcohol | 12 | a liquor or brew containing alcohol as the active agent | alcohol (or drink) ruined him |
| channel | 12 | transmit or serve as the medium for transmission | - |
| painful | 12 | causing physical discomfort | bites of black flies are more than irritating; they can be very painful |
| federal | 11 | any federal law-enforcement officer | - |
| council | 11 | a body serving in an administrative capacity | student council |
| unusual | 7 | being definitely out of the ordinary and unexpected; slightly odd or even a bit weird | - |
| capital | 11 | the upper part of a column that supports the entablature | - |
| eternal | 7 | tiresomely long; seemingly without end | the wait seemed eternal |
| typical | 14 | of a feature that helps to distinguish a person or thing | that is typical of you! |
| crystal | 12 | colorless glass made of almost pure silica | - |
| martial | 9 | (of persons) befitting a warrior | - |
| musical | 11 | containing or constituting or characterized by pleasing melody | - |
| magical | 12 | possessing or using or characteristic of or appropriate to supernatural powers | a magical spell |
| arrival | 10 | accomplishment of an objective | - |
| helpful | 15 | providing assistance or serving a useful function | - |
| fulfill | 13 | fill, satisfy or meet a want or need or condtion ro restriction | - |
| counsel | 9 | a lawyer who pleads cases in court | - |
| marshal | 12 | a law officer having duties similar to those of a sheriff in carrying out the judgments of a court of law | - |
| journal | 14 | a ledger in which transactions have been recorded as they occurred | - |
| scandal | 10 | a disgraceful event | - |
| admiral | 10 | the supreme commander of a fleet; ranks above a vice admiral and below a fleet admiral | - |
| crucial | 11 | of the greatest importance | crucial information |
| radical | 10 | (used of opinions and actions) far beyond the norm | radical opinions on education |
| digital | 9 | of a circuit or device that represents magnitudes in digits | digital computer |
| logical | 10 | based on known statements or events or conditions | rain was a logical expectation, given the time of year |
| initial | 7 | mark with one's initials | - |
| handful | 14 | a small number or amount | only a handful of responses were received |
| quarrel | 16 | an angry dispute | they had a quarrel |
| pitiful | 12 | bad; unfortunate | - |
| liberal | 9 | given or giving freely | a liberal backer of the arts |
| neutral | 7 | having no personal preference | a neutral observer |
| brothel | 12 | a building where prostitutes are available | - |
| overall | 10 | a loose protective coverall or smock worn over ordinary clothing for dirty work | - |
| mineral | 9 | composed of matter other than plant or animal | the inorganic mineral world |
| partial | 9 | (followed by `of' or `to') having a strong preference or liking for | partial to horror movies |
| virtual | 10 | being actually such in almost every respect | the once elegant temple lay in virtual ruin |
| trivial | 10 | of little substance or significance | only trivial objections |
| cynical | 14 | believing the worst of human nature and motives; having a sneering disbelief in e.g. selflessness of others | - |
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8 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| hospital | 13 | a health facility where patients receive treatment | - |
| personal | 10 | a short newspaper article about a particular person or group | - |
| national | 8 | a person who owes allegiance to that nation | - |
| powerful | 16 | strong enough to knock down or overwhelm | - |
| 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 | - |
| criminal | 12 | someone who has committed a crime or has been legally convicted of a crime | - |
| original | 9 | something that serves as a model or a basis for making copies | this painting is a copy of the original |
| official | 16 | conforming to set usage, procedure, or discipline | - |
| physical | 18 | impelled by physical force especially against resistance | a real cop would get physical |
| material | 10 | artifact made by weaving or felting or knitting or crocheting natural or synthetic fibers | she measured off enough material for a dress |
| grateful | 12 | feeling or showing gratitude | a grateful heart |
| festival | 14 | an organized series of acts and performances (usually in one place) | a drama festival |
| 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 |
| farewell | 14 | an acknowledgment or expression of goodwill at parting | - |
| peaceful | 15 | peacefully resistant in response to injustice | - |
| proposal | 12 | an offer of marriage | - |
| chemical | 17 | relating to or used in chemistry | chemical engineer |
| survival | 14 | a natural process resulting in the evolution of organisms best adapted to the environment | - |
| internal | 8 | inside the country | the nation's internal politics |
| critical | 12 | forming or having the nature of a turning point or crisis | a critical point in the campaign |
| faithful | 17 | marked by fidelity to an original | a faithful copy of the portrait |
| doorbell | 11 | a push button at an outer door that gives a ringing or buzzing signal when pushed | - |
| marshall | 13 | a law officer having duties similar to those of a sheriff in carrying out the judgments of a court of law | - |
| cultural | 10 | denoting or deriving from or distinctive of the ways of living built up by a group of people | influenced by ethnic and cultural ties |
| imperial | 12 | belonging to or befitting a supreme ruler | golden age of imperial splendor |
| approval | 15 | the formal act of approving | his decision merited the approval of any sensible person |
| cocktail | 16 | an appetizer served as a first course at a meal | - |
| corporal | 12 | possessing or existing in bodily form | what seemed corporal melted as breath into the wind |
| immortal | 12 | any supernatural being worshipped as controlling some part of the world or some aspect of life or who is the personification of a force | - |
| dreadful | 13 | causing fear or dread or terror | a dreadful storm |
| memorial | 12 | a structure erected to commemorate persons or events | - |
| betrayal | 13 | an act of deliberate betrayal | - |
| squirrel | 17 | a kind of arboreal rodent having a long bushy tail | - |
| protocol | 12 | (computer science) rules determining the format and transmission of data | - |
| carnival | 13 | a frenetic disorganized (and often comic) disturbance suggestive of a large public entertainment | the whole occasion had a carnival atmosphere |
| thankful | 18 | feeling or showing gratitude | a thankful smile |
| terminal | 10 | a contact on an electrical device (such as a battery) at which electric current enters or leaves | - |
| parallel | 10 | something having the property of being analogous to something else | - |
| cheerful | 16 | pleasantly (even unrealistically) optimistic | - |
| rational | 8 | of or associated with or requiring the use of the mind | the triumph of the rational over the animal side of man |
| cardinal | 11 | crested thick-billed North American finch having bright red plumage in the male | - |
| merciful | 15 | showing or giving mercy | sought merciful treatment for the captives |
| external | 15 | from or between other countries | external commerce |
| regional | 9 | related or limited to a particular region | a regional dialect |
| tropical | 12 | relating to or situated in or characteristic of the tropics (the region on either side of the equator) | tropical islands |
| disposal | 11 | a method of tending to or managing the affairs of a some group of people (especially the group's business affairs) | - |
| shameful | 16 | (used of conduct or character) deserving or bringing disgrace or shame | a shameful display of cowardice |
| colorful | 13 | striking in variety and interest | a colorful period of history |
| medieval | 14 | relating to or belonging to the Middle Ages | - |
| abnormal | 12 | not normal; not typical or usual or regular or conforming to a norm | abnormal powers of concentration |
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9 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| beautiful | 14 | delighting the senses or exciting intellectual or emotional admiration | a beautiful child |
| wonderful | 16 | extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers | - |
| political | 13 | involving or characteristic of politics or parties or politicians | calling a meeting is a political act in itself |
| emotional | 11 | (of persons) excessively affected by emotion | he would become emotional over nothing at all |
| principal | 15 | the educator who has executive authority for a school | she sent unruly pupils to see the principal |
| potential | 11 | the difference in electrical charge between two points in a circuit expressed in volts | - |
| financial | 14 | involving financial matters | - |
| spiritual | 11 | a kind of religious song originated by Blacks in the southern United States | - |
| rehearsal | 12 | a practice session in preparation for a public performance (as of a play or speech or concert) | he missed too many rehearsals |
| practical | 15 | guided by practical experience and observation rather than theory | completely practical in his approach to business |
| technical | 16 | of or relating to a practical subject that is organized according to scientific principles | technical college |
| scoundrel | 12 | a wicked or evil person; someone who does evil deliberately | - |
| essential | 9 | anything indispensable | the essentials of the good life |
| personnel | 11 | group of people willing to obey orders | - |
| classical | 13 | of or pertaining to or characteristic of the ancient Greeks and Romans, especially their art, literature, or culture | classical mythology |
| blackmail | 19 | exert pressure on someone through threats | - |
| universal | 12 | (linguistics) a grammatical rule (or other linguistic feature) that is found in all languages | - |
| identical | 12 | being the exact same one; not any other: | this is the identical room we stayed in before |
| waterfall | 15 | a steep descent of the water of a river | - |
| cathedral | 15 | the principal Christian church building of a bishop's diocese | - |
| unnatural | 9 | speaking or behaving in an artificial way to make an impression | - |
| stressful | 12 | extremely irritating to the nerves | the stressful days before a war |
| celestial | 11 | relating to or inhabiting a divine heaven | celestial beings |
| perpetual | 13 | uninterrupted in time and indefinitely long continuing | the perpetual struggle to maintain standards in a democracy |
| nightfall | 16 | the time of day immediately following sunset | - |
| voicemail | 16 | a computerized system for answering and routing telephone calls; telephone messages can be recorded and stored and relayed | - |
| municipal | 15 | of or relating to the government of a municipality | international law...only authorizes a belligerent to punish a spy under its municipal law |
| ancestral | 11 | inherited or inheritable by established rules (usually legal rules) of descent | ancestral home |
| colourful | 14 | striking in variety and interest | - |
| editorial | 10 | an article giving opinions or perspectives | - |
| fictional | 14 | formed or conceived by the imagination | a fictional character |
| stairwell | 12 | a vertical well around which there is a stairway | - |
| dismissal | 12 | official notice that you have been fired from your job | - |
| skeptical | 17 | marked by or given to doubt | a skeptical attitude |
| nocturnal | 11 | belonging to or active during the night | nocturnal animals are active at night |
| abdominal | 14 | the muscles of the abdomen | - |
| medicinal | 14 | having the properties of medicine | medicinal herbs |
| forgetful | 16 | failing to keep in mind | forgetful of her responsibilities |
| unethical | 14 | not conforming to approved standards of social or professional behavior | unethical business practices |
| umbilical | 15 | membranous duct connecting the fetus with the placenta | - |
| plentiful | 14 | producing in abundance | a plentiful year |
| deceitful | 15 | intended to deceive | deceitful advertising |
| paintball | 13 | a capsule filled with water-soluble dye used as a projectile in playing the game of paintball | - |
| illogical | 12 | lacking in correct logical relation | - |
| archangel | 15 | a biennial cultivated herb; its stems are candied and eaten and its roots are used medicinally | - |
| botanical | 13 | of or relating to plants or botany | botanical garden |
| homicidal | 17 | characteristic of or capable of or having a tendency toward killing another human being | a homicidal rage |
| sorrowful | 15 | experiencing or marked by or expressing sorrow especially that associated with irreparable loss | sorrowful widows |
| elemental | 11 | of or being the essential or basic part | - |
| acquittal | 20 | a judgment of not guilty | - |
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10 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| successful | 17 | having succeeded or being marked by a favorable outcome | a successful architect |
| individual | 15 | characteristic of or meant for a single person or thing | an individual serving |
| commercial | 18 | a commercially sponsored ad on radio or television | - |
| 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 | - |
| electrical | 14 | using or providing or producing or transmitting or operated by electricity | electrical appliances |
| historical | 15 | belonging to the past; of what is important or famous in the past | historical (or historic) times |
| industrial | 11 | employed in industry | the industrial classes |
| biological | 15 | (of a parent or child) related by blood; genetically related | biological child |
| artificial | 15 | artificially formal | that artificial humility that her husband hated |
| homosexual | 22 | someone who is sexually attracted to persons of the same sex | - |
| hysterical | 18 | characterized by or arising from psychoneurotic hysteria | during hysterical conditions various functions of the human body are disordered |
| mechanical | 19 | relating to or concerned with machinery or tools | mechanical arts |
| ungrateful | 14 | not feeling or showing gratitude | ungrateful heirs |
| additional | 12 | further or added | called for additional troops |
| delightful | 18 | greatly pleasing or entertaining | a delightful surprise |
| thoughtful | 20 | acting with or showing thought and good sense | - |
| unfaithful | 19 | having the character of, or characteristic of, a traitor | - |
| meaningful | 16 | having a meaning or purpose | a meaningful explanation |
| collateral | 12 | occurring with or following as a consequence | collateral target damage from a bombing run |
| occasional | 14 | occurring on a temporary or irregular basis | an occasional worker |
| respectful | 17 | feeling or manifesting veneration | - |
| withdrawal | 20 | a method of birth control in which coitus is initiated but the penis is deliberately withdrawn before ejaculation | - |
| accidental | 15 | happening by chance or unexpectedly or unintentionally | accidental poisoning |
| delusional | 11 | suffering from or characterized by delusions | - |
| volleyball | 18 | a game in which two teams hit an inflated ball over a high net using their hands | - |
| irrational | 10 | a real number that cannot be expressed as a rational number | - |
| phenomenal | 17 | exceedingly or unbelievably great | phenomenal feats of memory |
| provincial | 17 | a country person | - |
| functional | 15 | fit or ready for use or service | the toaster was still functional even after being dropped |
| structural | 12 | pertaining to geological structure | structural effects of folding and faulting of the earth's surface |
| theatrical | 15 | a performance of a play | - |
| horizontal | 22 | parallel to or in the plane of the horizon or a base line | a horizontal surface |
| paranormal | 14 | seemingly outside normal sensory channels | - |
| geological | 14 | of or relating to or based on geology | geological formations |
| beneficial | 17 | promoting or enhancing well-being | an arms limitation agreement beneficial to all countries |
| behavioral | 18 | of or relating to behavior | behavioral sciences |
| diabolical | 15 | showing the cunning or ingenuity or wickedness typical of a devil | the diabolical expression on his face |
| monumental | 14 | imposing in size or bulk or solidity | a monumental scale |
| schoolgirl | 16 | a girl attending school | - |
| ecological | 15 | of or relating to the science of ecology | ecological research |
| ceremonial | 14 | a formal event performed on a special occasion | - |
| supermodel | 15 | a fashion model who has attained the status of a celebrity | - |
| cannonball | 14 | a solid projectile that in former times was fired from a cannon | - |
| rhetorical | 15 | given to rhetoric, emphasizing style at the expense of thought | mere rhetorical frippery |
| orchestral | 15 | relating to or composed for an orchestra | orchestral score |
| economical | 16 | using the minimum of time or resources necessary for effectiveness | a modern economical heating system |
| unofficial | 18 | not having official authority or sanction | a sort of unofficial mayor |
| judgmental | 21 | depending on judgment | a judgmental error |
| fingernail | 14 | the nail at the end of a finger | - |
| standstill | 11 | a situation in which no progress can be made or no advancement is possible | - |
Load more words
Imagine walking through a whimsical forest of words, each tree laden with leaves that end in the letter "L". These words are more than just simple foliage; they're linguistic gems waiting to be discovered. Words ending with L have a certain flair, a rhythm that can make speech more captivating and writing more vibrant. From the everyday to the extraordinary, these words sprinkle our language with a touch of magic. Ready to explore this intriguing world? Let’s dive into the lush landscape where the last letter is always L, and uncover some fascinating examples along the way.
About words ending with L
Words that end with L are more common in English than you might initially think. This final letter can dramatically affect the pronunciation and meaning of words, often adding a smooth, flowing sound that can make phrases more melodious. For instance, consider the difference between "canal" and "can". Adding the L not only changes the meaning entirely but also alters the way your tongue moves, creating a more elegant closure to the word.
The placement of L at the end of a word can also influence its function and usage. Many adjectives, such as "formal" and "final", end with L, giving them a definitive quality. Other words like "tunnel" or "label" are nouns that encapsulate specific objects or concepts. The versatility of this letter makes it indispensable in word formation, enriching our vocabulary and enhancing communication.
Popular word examples
Here are ten popular examples of words ending with L, each bringing its own unique flavor to the table:
Final
- Definition: The last part or conclusion of something.
- Example in a Sentence: "The final chapter of the book was incredibly thrilling."
- Fun Fact: "Final" comes from the Latin word "finalis", meaning "of an end".
Label
- Definition: A piece of paper, cloth, or similar material attached to an object to identify it.
- Example in a Sentence: "She read the label on the jar to check for allergens."
- Fun Fact: Labels have been used since ancient times, with early examples found in Egyptian tombs.
Towel
- Definition: A piece of absorbent fabric used for drying or wiping.
- Example in a Sentence: "He grabbed a towel to dry off after his swim."
- Fun Fact: Towels have been around since at least the 17th century, originating in Turkey.
Animal
- Definition: A living organism that feeds on organic matter.
- Example in a Sentence: "The lion is a majestic animal."
- Fun Fact: The word "animal" comes from the Latin "animalis", meaning "having breath".
Signal
- Definition: A gesture, action, or sound that conveys information.
- Example in a Sentence: "The green light is a signal to go."
- Fun Fact: The word "signal" has its roots in the Latin "signum", meaning "sign".
Pencil
- Definition: An instrument for writing or drawing, typically consisting of a thin stick of graphite.
- Example in a Sentence: "She sketched the outline with a pencil."
- Fun Fact: Pencils were first mass-produced in Germany in the 17th century.
Funnel
- Definition: A tube or pipe that is wide at the top and narrow at the bottom.
- Example in a Sentence: "Use a funnel to pour the liquid into the bottle."
- Fun Fact: Funnels can be traced back to ancient Egypt, where they were used in winemaking.
Travel
- Definition: To make a journey, typically of some length.
- Example in a Sentence: "They plan to travel across Europe next summer."
- Fun Fact: The word "travel" comes from the Old French "travailler", meaning "to work or toil".
Journal
- Definition: A daily record of news and events of a personal nature.
- Example in a Sentence: "She kept a journal of her travels."
- Fun Fact: The concept of journaling dates back to ancient Egypt and Rome.
Novel
- Definition: A long narrative work of fiction.
- Example in a Sentence: "Her latest novel became an instant bestseller."
- Fun Fact: The word "novel" comes from the Italian "novella", meaning "new story".
High-scoring scrabble examples
For those who love the game of Scrabble, here are some high-scoring words ending with L that could give you the edge:
| Word | Scrabble Points | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| Quetzal | 25 | A brightly colored bird found in Central America |
| Jackal | 19 | A wild dog found in Africa and Asia |
| Jovial | 16 | Cheerful and friendly |
| Frugal | 10 | Sparing or economical with regard to money |
| Foxtail | 15 | A type of grass with bushy spikes |
Popular 5-letter words for Wordle
Wordle fans, take note! Here are some five-letter words ending with L to enhance your gameplay:
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Basil | An aromatic herb used in cooking |
| Feral | In a wild state, especially after escape from captivity |
| Medal | A metal disc given as an award |
| Petal | Each of the segments of the corolla of a flower |
| Loyal | Giving or showing firm and constant support |
Unusual and rare word examples
Let’s delve into some rare and unusual words that end with L, each with its own unique charm:
Wendell
- Definition: A male given name.
- Interesting Fact: The name "Wendell" has Germanic origins, meaning "wanderer".
- Example in a Sentence: "Wendell was known for his adventurous spirit."
Chancel
- Definition: The part of a church near the altar, reserved for the clergy and choir.
- Interesting Fact: The word "chancel" comes from the Latin "cancellus", meaning "lattice".
- Example in a Sentence: "The choir took their places in the chancel."
Nostril
- Definition: Either of the two external openings of the nose.
- Interesting Fact: The word "nostril" is derived from the Old English "nosuþyrl", meaning "nose hole".
- Example in a Sentence: "He flared his nostrils in anger."
Snaffle
- Definition: A simple bit for a horse, typically with a single jointed mouthpiece.
- Interesting Fact: "Snaffle" is believed to come from the Dutch word "snavel", meaning "beak".
- Example in a Sentence: "She adjusted the snaffle before mounting the horse."
Wendell
- Definition: A male given name.
- Interesting Fact: The name "Wendell" has Germanic origins, meaning "wanderer".
- Example in a Sentence: "Wendell was known for his adventurous spirit."
Final words
We've journeyed through the captivating world of words ending with L, exploring their unique characteristics, popular examples, high-scoring Scrabble words, and even some rare finds. Whether you're enhancing your vocabulary, strategizing for word games, or simply enjoying the quirks of English, these words add a special flair to our language. So, next time you encounter a word ending with L, take a moment to appreciate its contribution to the rich tapestry of communication.
