Words Ending With W
Get ready to dive into the world of words that end with a surprising twist—'W'! Whether you’re a word nerd or just love quirky endings, this page is packed with fascinating finds. From common terms to rare gems, let's explore the whimsical words that wrap up with a 'W'!
2 letter words
| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| ow | 5 | - | - |
| aw | 5 | - | - |
| ew | 5 | military action involving the use of electromagnetic energy to determine or exploit or reduce or prevent hostile use of the electromagnetic spectrum | - |
3 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| how | 9 | - | - |
| now | 6 | in these times | it is solely by their language that the upper classes nowadays are distinguished |
| new | 6 | original and of a kind not seen before | - |
| saw | 6 | a power tool for cutting wood | - |
| few | 9 | a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by `a'; a small but indefinite number | a few weeks ago |
| wow | 9 | a joke that seems extremely funny | - |
| law | 6 | the learned profession that is mastered by graduate study in a law school and that is responsible for the judicial system | he studied law at Yale |
| low | 6 | no longer sufficient | supplies are low |
| cow | 8 | female of domestic cattle: | `moo-cow' is a child's term |
| row | 6 | (construction) a layer of masonry | - |
| bow | 8 | a knot with two loops and loose ends; used to tie shoelaces | - |
| jew | 13 | a person belonging to the worldwide group claiming descent from Jacob (or converted to it) and connected by cultural or religious ties | - |
| raw | 6 | informal terms for nakedness | in the raw |
| jaw | 13 | talk socially without exchanging too much information | - |
| sew | 6 | create (clothes) with cloth | Can the seamstress sew me a suit by next week? |
| vow | 9 | dedicate to a deity by a vow | - |
| tow | 6 | the act of hauling something (as a vehicle) by means of a hitch or rope | the truck gave him a tow to the garage |
| paw | 8 | the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb | - |
| sow | 6 | place seeds in or on (the ground) | sow the ground with sunflower seeds |
| pow | 8 | a person who surrenders to (or is taken by) the enemy in time of war | - |
| dow | 7 | - | - |
| dew | 7 | water that has condensed on a cool surface overnight from water vapor in the air | in the morning the grass was wet with dew |
| mow | 8 | a loft in a barn where hay is stored | - |
| haw | 9 | a spring-flowering shrub or small tree of the genus Crataegus | - |
| mew | 8 | the common gull of Eurasia and northeastern North America | - |
| pew | 8 | long bench with backs; used in church by the congregation | - |
| lew | 6 | - | - |
| yew | 9 | any of numerous evergreen trees or shrubs having red cup-shaped berries and flattened needlelike leaves | - |
| caw | 8 | the sound made by corvine birds | - |
| maw | 8 | informal terms for the mouth | - |
| yaw | 9 | an erratic deflection from an intended course | - |
| hew | 9 | make or shape as with an axe | hew out a path in the rock |
| taw | 6 | a large marble used for shooting in the game of marbles | - |
| daw | 7 | common black-and-grey Eurasian bird noted for thievery | - |
| waw | 9 | the 6th letter of the Hebrew alphabet | - |
| gaw | 7 | - | - |
| eew | 6 | - | - |
| faw | 9 | - | - |
| rew | 6 | - | - |
| vaw | 9 | - | - |
| tew | 6 | - | - |
| kaw | 10 | - | - |
| jow | 13 | - | - |
| kow | 10 | - | - |
| naw | 6 | - | - |
| yow | 9 | - | - |
4 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| show | 10 | provide evidence for | The blood test showed that he was the father |
| knew | 11 | - | - |
| blow | 9 | make a mess of, destroy or ruin | - |
| slow | 7 | cause to proceed more slowly | The illness slowed him down |
| grow | 8 | pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become | - |
| view | 10 | the act of looking or seeing or observing | he tried to get a better view of it |
| draw | 8 | thread on or as if on a string | - |
| snow | 7 | English writer of novels about moral dilemmas in academe (1905-1980) | - |
| crew | 9 | an informal body of friends | - |
| grew | 8 | - | - |
| blew | 9 | - | - |
| drew | 8 | United States actor (born in Ireland); father of Georgiana Emma Barrymore (1827-1862) | - |
| flow | 10 | something that resembles a flowing stream in moving continuously | the museum had planned carefully for the flow of visitors |
| flew | 10 | - | - |
| chew | 12 | a wad of something chewable as tobacco | - |
| chow | 12 | informal terms for a meal | - |
| shaw | 10 | United States humorist who wrote about rural life (1818-1885) | - |
| crow | 9 | dwell on with satisfaction | - |
| glow | 8 | light from nonthermal sources | - |
| stew | 7 | be in a huff; be silent or sullen | - |
| claw | 9 | a mechanical device that is curved or bent to suspend or hold or pull something | - |
| whew | 13 | - | - |
| flaw | 10 | an imperfection in an object or machine | a flaw caused the crystal to shatter |
| brew | 9 | drink made by steeping and boiling and fermenting rather than distilling | - |
| meow | 9 | the sound made by a cat (or any sound resembling this) | - |
| phew | 12 | - | - |
| brow | 9 | the arch of hair above each eye | - |
| anew | 7 | again but in a new or different way | wanted to write the story anew |
| plow | 9 | to break and turn over earth especially with a plow | Farmer Jones plowed his east field last week |
| thaw | 10 | the process whereby heat changes something from a solid to a liquid | the thawing of a frozen turkey takes several hours |
| stow | 7 | fill by packing tightly | stow the cart |
| slew | 7 | move obliquely or sideways, usually in an uncontrolled manner | - |
| spew | 9 | expel or eject (saliva or phlegm or sputum) from the mouth | - |
| gnaw | 8 | become ground down or deteriorate | - |
| slaw | 7 | basically shredded cabbage | - |
| skew | 11 | having an oblique or slanting direction or position | the picture was skew |
| prow | 9 | front part of a vessel or aircraft | - |
| chaw | 12 | a wad of something chewable as tobacco | - |
| craw | 9 | a pouch in many birds and some lower animals that resembles a stomach for storage and preliminary maceration of food | - |
| alow | 7 | - | - |
| dhow | 11 | a lateen-rigged sailing vessel used by Arabs | - |
| clew | 9 | roll into a ball | - |
| staw | 7 | - | - |
| shew | 10 | establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment | - |
| scow | 9 | a barge carrying bulk materials in an open hold | - |
| braw | 9 | brightly colored and showy | `braw' is a Scottish word |
| thew | 10 | - | - |
| avow | 10 | admit openly and bluntly; make no bones about | - |
| frow | 10 | - | - |
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5 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| throw | 11 | cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation | throw the lever |
| allow | 8 | give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause | - |
| screw | 10 | someone who guards prisoners | - |
| threw | 11 | - | - |
| below | 10 | further down | - |
| widow | 12 | a woman whose husband is dead especially one who has not remarried | - |
| arrow | 8 | a mark to indicate a direction or relation | - |
| straw | 8 | spread by scattering ( | - |
| elbow | 10 | hinge joint between the forearm and upper arm and the corresponding joint in the forelimb of a quadruped | - |
| renew | 8 | cause to appear in a new form | - |
| shrew | 11 | a scolding nagging bad-tempered woman | - |
| squaw | 17 | derogatory terms for an American Indian woman | - |
| aglow | 9 | softly bright or radiant | a house aglow with lights |
| askew | 12 | turned or twisted to one side | rugs lying askew |
| sinew | 8 | possessing muscular strength | - |
| bylaw | 13 | a rule adopted by an organization in order to regulate its own affairs and the behavior of its members | - |
| macaw | 12 | long-tailed brilliantly colored parrot of Central America and South America; among the largest and showiest of parrots | - |
| pshaw | 13 | - | - |
| strew | 8 | spread by scattering ( | strew toys all over the carpet |
| miaow | 10 | make a cat-like sound | - |
| nohow | 11 | - | - |
| endow | 9 | furnish with an endowment | - |
| unsaw | 8 | - | - |
| kapow | 14 | - | - |
| yakow | 15 | - | - |
| oxbow | 17 | a U-shaped curve in a stream | - |
| pawaw | 13 | - | - |
| papaw | 12 | fruit with yellow flesh; related to custard apples | - |
| unmew | 10 | - | - |
| unsew | 8 | - | - |
| unlaw | 8 | - | - |
| upbow | 12 | - | - |
| vrouw | 11 | - | - |
| vinew | 11 | - | - |
| theow | 11 | - | - |
| thraw | 11 | - | - |
| sybow | 13 | - | - |
| sprew | 10 | - | - |
| strow | 8 | - | - |
| shrow | 11 | - | - |
| serow | 8 | short-horned dark-coated goat antelope of mountain areas of southern and southeastern Asia | - |
| scrow | 10 | - | - |
| scraw | 10 | - | - |
| resaw | 8 | - | - |
| resew | 8 | sew again | The cuff of the coat had been resewn |
| resow | 8 | - | - |
| pilaw | 10 | rice cooked in well-seasoned broth with onions or celery and usually poultry or game or shellfish and sometimes tomatoes | - |
| pilow | 10 | - | - |
| advew | 12 | - | - |
| ablow | 10 | - | - |
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6 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| follow | 12 | be later in time | Tuesday always follows Monday |
| window | 13 | a pane of glass in a window | the ball shattered the window |
| fellow | 12 | one of a pair | one eye was blue but its fellow was brown |
| yellow | 12 | of the color intermediate between green and orange in the color spectrum; of something resembling the color of an egg yolk | - |
| borrow | 11 | take up and practice as one's own | - |
| shadow | 13 | a spy employed to follow someone and report their movements | - |
| nephew | 14 | a son of your brother or sister | - |
| sorrow | 9 | something that causes great unhappiness | - |
| review | 12 | a variety show with topical sketches and songs and dancing and comedians | - |
| pillow | 11 | rest on or as if on a pillow | pillow your head |
| anyhow | 15 | in any way whatsoever | they came anyhow they could |
| narrow | 9 | become tight or as if tight | - |
| hollow | 12 | remove the inner part or the core of | - |
| curfew | 14 | an order that after a specific time certain activities (as being outside on the streets) are prohibited | - |
| warsaw | 12 | the capital and largest city of Poland; located in central Poland | - |
| marrow | 11 | any of various squash plants grown for their elongated fruit with smooth dark green skin and whitish flesh | - |
| willow | 12 | any of numerous deciduous trees and shrubs of the genus Salix | - |
| meadow | 12 | a field where grass or alfalfa are grown to be made into hay | - |
| mellow | 11 | slightly and pleasantly intoxicated from alcohol or a drug (especially marijuana) | - |
| outlaw | 9 | contrary to or forbidden by law | an outlaw strike |
| burrow | 11 | move through by or as by digging | burrow through the forest |
| jigsaw | 17 | a portable power saw with a reciprocating blade; can be used with a variety of blades depending on the application and kind of cut; generally have a plate that rides on the surface that is being cut | - |
| bestow | 11 | present | bestow an honor on someone |
| barlow | 11 | - | - |
| barrow | 11 | the quantity that a barrow will hold | - |
| morrow | 11 | the next day | whenever he arrives she leaves on the morrow |
| escrow | 11 | a written agreement (or property or money) delivered to a third party or put in trust by one party to a contract to be returned after fulfillment of some condition | - |
| wallow | 12 | rise up as if in waves | - |
| farrow | 12 | the production of a litter of pigs | - |
| harrow | 12 | draw a harrow over (land) | - |
| bellow | 11 | shout loudly and without restraint | - |
| furrow | 12 | a slight depression or fold in the smoothness of a surface | - |
| kowtow | 16 | bend the knees and bow in a servile manner | - |
| powwow | 17 | (informal) a quick private conference | - |
| cashew | 14 | kidney-shaped nut edible only when roasted | - |
| fallow | 12 | cultivated land that is not seeded for one or more growing seasons | - |
| hallow | 12 | render holy by means of religious rites | - |
| seesaw | 9 | a plaything consisting of a board balanced on a fulcrum; the board is ridden up and down by children at either end | - |
| minnow | 11 | very small European freshwater fish common in gravelly streams | - |
| mildew | 12 | the process of becoming mildewed | - |
| pawpaw | 16 | tropical American shrub or small tree having huge deeply palmately cleft leaves and large oblong yellow fruit | - |
| callow | 11 | young and inexperienced | - |
| bowwow | 17 | - | - |
| tallow | 9 | obtained from suet and used in making soap, candles and lubricants | - |
| yarrow | 12 | ubiquitous strong-scented mat-forming Eurasian herb of wasteland, hedgerow or pasture having narrow serrate leaves and small usually white florets; widely naturalized in North America | - |
| billow | 11 | rise up as if in waves | smoke billowed up into the sky |
| mallow | 11 | any of various plants of the family Malvaceae | - |
| redraw | 10 | - | - |
| guffaw | 16 | a burst of deep loud hearty laughter | - |
| inflow | 12 | the process of flowing in | - |
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7 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| somehow | 15 | in some unspecified way or manner; or by some unspecified means | they managed somehow |
| swallow | 13 | the act of swallowing | one swallow of the liquid was enough |
| rainbow | 12 | an arc of colored light in the sky caused by refraction of the sun's rays by rain | - |
| shallow | 13 | become shallow | the lake shallowed over time |
| sparrow | 12 | any of several small dull-colored singing birds feeding on seeds or insects | - |
| eyebrow | 15 | the arch of hair above each eye | - |
| preview | 15 | an advertisement consisting of short scenes from a motion picture that will appear in the near future | - |
| unscrew | 12 | loosen by turning | unscrew the bottle cap |
| hacksaw | 19 | saw used with one hand for cutting metal | - |
| foresaw | 13 | - | - |
| lockjaw | 23 | an acute and serious infection of the central nervous system caused by bacterial infection of open wounds; spasms of the jaw and laryngeal muscles may occur during the late stages | - |
| oversaw | 13 | - | - |
| outgrow | 11 | grow faster than | - |
| purview | 15 | the range of interest or activity that can be anticipated | - |
| airflow | 13 | the flow of air | she adjusted the fan so that the airflow was directed right at her |
| lowbrow | 15 | a person who is uninterested in intellectual pursuits | - |
| outgrew | 11 | - | - |
| handsaw | 14 | a saw used with one hand for cutting wood | - |
| choctaw | 17 | the Muskhogean language of the Choctaw | - |
| outflow | 13 | a natural flow of ground water | - |
| aircrew | 12 | the crew of an aircraft | - |
| disavow | 14 | refuse to acknowledge; disclaim knowledge of; responsibility for, or association with | Her husband disavowed her after 30 years of marriage and six children |
| outdrew | 11 | - | - |
| preshow | 15 | - | - |
| whipsaw | 18 | a saw with handles at both ends; intended for use by two people | - |
| rikshaw | 17 | - | - |
| salchow | 15 | - | - |
| beshrew | 15 | wish harm upon; invoke evil upon | - |
| downbow | 16 | - | - |
| dewclaw | 16 | - | - |
| danelaw | 11 | - | - |
| dayglow | 15 | - | - |
| cumshaw | 17 | - | - |
| concrew | 14 | - | - |
| cornrow | 12 | - | - |
| outflew | 13 | - | - |
| outgnaw | 11 | - | - |
| outglow | 11 | - | - |
| outdraw | 11 | draw a gun faster, or best someone in a gunfight | - |
| outcrow | 12 | - | - |
| overnew | 13 | - | - |
| reendow | 11 | - | - |
| poursew | 12 | - | - |
| pilcrow | 14 | - | - |
| pickmaw | 20 | - | - |
| oversew | 13 | sew (two edges) with close stitches that pass over them both | - |
| oversow | 13 | - | - |
| moonbow | 14 | - | - |
| morphew | 17 | - | - |
| mudflow | 16 | - | - |
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8 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| tomorrow | 13 | the day after today | what are our tasks for tomorrow? |
| withdraw | 18 | break from a meeting or gathering | - |
| bungalow | 14 | a small house with a single story | - |
| rickshaw | 20 | a small two-wheeled cart for one passenger; pulled by one person | - |
| chainsaw | 16 | portable power saw; teeth linked to form an endless chain | - |
| withdrew | 18 | - | - |
| overflow | 17 | flow or run over (a limit or brim) | - |
| sideshow | 15 | a minor show that is part of a larger one (as at the circus) | - |
| overview | 17 | a general summary of a subject | the treasurer gave a brief overview of the financial consequences |
| crossbow | 15 | a bow fixed transversely on a wooden stock grooved to direct the arrow (quarrel) | - |
| coleslaw | 13 | basically shredded cabbage | - |
| undertow | 12 | the seaward undercurrent created after waves have broken on the shore | - |
| highbrow | 20 | highly cultured or educated | highbrow events such as the ballet or opera |
| southpaw | 16 | a person who uses the left hand with greater skill than the right | their pitcher was a southpaw |
| hedgerow | 16 | a fence formed by a row of closely planted shrubs or bushes | - |
| snowplow | 16 | a vehicle used to push snow from roads | - |
| honeydew | 18 | the fruit of a variety of winter melon vine; a large smooth greenish-white melon with pale green flesh | - |
| lakeview | 18 | - | - |
| hoosegow | 15 | slang for a jail | - |
| homebrew | 18 | an alcoholic beverage (especially beer) made at home | - |
| peepshow | 18 | an exhibition of pictures or objects viewed through a small hole or magnifying glass | - |
| overdraw | 15 | to enlarge beyond bounds or the truth | - |
| disallow | 12 | command against | - |
| cockcrow | 21 | the first light of day | - |
| foofaraw | 17 | - | - |
| overgrow | 15 | grow beyond or across | - |
| workflow | 21 | progress (or rate of progress) in work being done | - |
| undersow | 12 | - | - |
| unfollow | 14 | - | - |
| gameshow | 17 | - | - |
| dumbshow | 19 | - | - |
| carassow | 13 | - | - |
| dataflow | 15 | - | - |
| curassow | 13 | large crested arboreal game bird of warm parts of the Americas having long legs and tails; highly esteemed as game and food | - |
| crenshaw | 16 | - | - |
| crackjaw | 26 | - | - |
| clerihew | 16 | a witty satiric verse containing two rhymed couplets and mentioning a famous person | `The president is George W. Bush, Who is happy to sit on his tush, While sending his armies to fight, For anything he thinks is right' is a clerihew |
| checkrow | 22 | plant in checkrows | - |
| chowchow | 24 | a Chinese preserve of mixed fruits and ginger | - |
| lobbygow | 19 | - | - |
| oldsquaw | 21 | - | - |
| monobrow | 15 | - | - |
| misthrow | 16 | - | - |
| misthrew | 16 | - | - |
| mackinaw | 19 | a short plaid coat made of made of thick woolen material | - |
| maccabaw | 19 | - | - |
| kickshaw | 24 | something considered choice to eat | - |
| interrow | 11 | - | - |
| hernshaw | 17 | - | - |
| heronsew | 14 | - | - |
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9 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| interview | 15 | conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting | - |
| scarecrow | 16 | an effigy in the shape of a man to frighten birds away from seeds | - |
| overthrow | 18 | the act of disturbing the mind or body | she was unprepared for this sudden overthrow of their normal way of living |
| corkscrew | 20 | a bottle opener that pulls corks | - |
| afterglow | 16 | a glow sometimes seen in the sky after sunset | - |
| deathblow | 18 | the blow that kills (usually mercifully) | - |
| floorshow | 18 | a series of acts at a night club | - |
| eyeshadow | 19 | makeup consisting of a cosmetic substance used to darken the eyes | - |
| bedfellow | 18 | a person with whom you share a bed | - |
| slideshow | 16 | - | - |
| oceanview | 17 | - | - |
| aftershow | 18 | - | - |
| alpenglow | 15 | - | - |
| downthrow | 19 | - | - |
| dishallow | 16 | - | - |
| heronshaw | 18 | - | - |
| leadscrew | 15 | - | - |
| jackscrew | 27 | screw-operated jack | - |
| jackstraw | 25 | a thin strip of wood used in playing the game of jackstraws | - |
| kabeljouw | 25 | - | - |
| interflow | 15 | - | - |
| intergrow | 13 | - | - |
| intergrew | 13 | - | - |
| reswallow | 15 | - | - |
| prereview | 17 | - | - |
| supershow | 17 | - | - |
| underdrew | 14 | - | - |
| underdraw | 14 | - | - |
| underflow | 16 | - | - |
| ultraslow | 12 | - | - |
| topminnow | 16 | freshwater fish of Central America having a long swordlike tail; popular aquarium fish | - |
| saddlebow | 16 | handgrip formed by the raised front part of a saddle | - |
| scrimshaw | 19 | a carving (or engraving) on whalebone, whale ivory, walrus tusk, etc., usually by American whalers | - |
| wapinshaw | 20 | - | - |
| wapenshaw | 20 | - | - |
| worldview | 19 | - | - |
| woodscrew | 18 | a metal screw that tapers to a point so that it can be driven into wood with a screwdriver | - |
| windthrow | 19 | - | - |
| microbrew | 18 | - | - |
| peachblow | 21 | - | - |
| overthrew | 18 | - | - |
| overstrew | 15 | - | - |
| oakenshaw | 19 | - | - |
| nightglow | 17 | - | - |
| misbestow | 16 | - | - |
10 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| overshadow | 20 | be greater in significance than | the tragedy overshadowed the couple's happiness |
| foreshadow | 20 | indicate, as with a sign or an omen | - |
| shopwindow | 22 | a window of a store facing onto the street; used to display merchandise for sale in the store | - |
| overborrow | 18 | - | - |
| middlebrow | 19 | someone who is neither a highbrow nor a lowbrow | - |
| restharrow | 16 | Eurasian plant having loose racemes of pink or purple flowers and spiny stems and tough roots | - |
| quartersaw | 22 | - | - |
| playfellow | 21 | a companion at play | - |
| workfellow | 23 | an associate that one works with | - |
| yokefellow | 23 | - | - |
| whillywhaw | 28 | - | - |
| wapenschaw | 23 | - | - |
| wappenshaw | 23 | - | - |
| wapinschaw | 23 | - | - |
| thumbscrew | 22 | instrument of torture that crushes the thumb | - |
| goodfellow | 18 | - | - |
| hurlbarrow | 18 | - | - |
| handbarrow | 19 | a rectangular frame with handles at both ends; carried by two people | - |
| contraflow | 18 | - | - |
| underthrew | 17 | - | - |
| underthrow | 17 | - | - |
| pikeminnow | 21 | - | - |
Find more words ending with W
Welcome to the fascinating world of words ending with W! These unique combinations of letters not only influence the way we speak and write but also add a quirky charm to our language. From common everyday terms to obscure gems that might surprise you, these words showcase the delightful diversity of English. Today, we're diving into the significance, pronunciation quirks, and playful examples that make these words so intriguing.
About words ending with W
In the English language, words ending with the letter "W" are like hidden treasures. They often hold a distinctive place in our vocabulary, carrying meanings and sounds that can be both familiar and exotic. The presence of "W" at the tail end of words typically gives them a unique pronunciation, often adding a smoother, flowing quality to the word. For instance, consider the word "meow" – its ending "W" mimics the very sound it’s meant to describe, making it onomatopoeic.
Moreover, the frequency of these words is relatively low compared to other endings, making each one stand out even more. This rarity can make them powerful tools in language games and puzzles, where their unique endings might give you the upper hand. Words like "snow" and "shadow" are everyday examples that highlight how a simple "W" at the end can transform a word into something special, both in meaning and sound.
Popular word examples
Let's explore some of the most popular words ending with W that you likely use in your daily life. Each of these words brings its own flavor and utility to our conversations.
Snow
- Definition: Frozen precipitation in the form of small white ice crystals.
- Example in a Sentence: "Children love to play in the snow during winter."
- Fun Fact: The largest snowflake ever recorded reportedly measured 15 inches wide!
Shadow
- Definition: A dark area or shape produced by a body coming between rays of light and a surface.
- Example in a Sentence: "The tree cast a long shadow in the late afternoon sun."
- Fun Fact: In mythology, shadows are often considered as a representation of the soul or a spirit.
Glow
- Definition: A steady radiance of light or heat.
- Example in a Sentence: "The campfire gave off a warm glow."
- Fun Fact: Some animals, like fireflies and certain jellyfish, have natural bioluminescence which makes them glow in the dark.
Blow
- Definition: To move air, especially when expelled from the mouth.
- Example in a Sentence: "She had to blow out all the candles on her birthday cake."
- Fun Fact: Wind speeds are described in terms of "blows" in nautical terms, with different adjectives for various strengths of wind.
Brow
- Definition: The eyebrow; the part of the face above the eyes.
- Example in a Sentence: "He raised an inquisitive brow."
- Fun Fact: The phrase "knit your brows" means to frown or show concern.
Claw
- Definition: A curved, pointed appendage found at the end of a limb of some animals.
- Example in a Sentence: "The eagle's claw gripped the branch tightly."
- Fun Fact: Some animals, like crabs, can regenerate their claws if they lose them.
Chew
- Definition: To bite and grind food with the teeth.
- Example in a Sentence: "Remember to chew your food properly before swallowing."
- Fun Fact: Chewing gum has been around since the ancient Greeks used tree resin as a form of gum.
Meow
- Definition: The sound made by a cat.
- Example in a Sentence: "The cat meowed loudly for attention."
- Fun Fact: Cats meow mostly to communicate with humans, not with other cats.
Plow
- Definition: An agricultural tool used for cutting, lifting, turning over, and partially pulverizing soil.
- Example in a Sentence: "Farmers use plows to prepare the fields for planting."
- Fun Fact: The plow is considered one of the most important inventions in the history of agriculture.
Thaw
- Definition: To melt or cause to melt; to warm up gradually.
- Example in a Sentence: "The ice began to thaw as the temperature rose."
- Fun Fact: In meteorology, a thaw is a period of warmer weather that melts snow and ice.
High-scoring scrabble examples
If you're a Scrabble enthusiast, you know that high-scoring words can be game-changers. Here are some top-notch words ending with W that could give you a winning edge.
| Word | Scrabble Points | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| Buzzsaw | 29 | A power-driven circular saw. |
| Jigsaw | 19 | A puzzle consisting of various pieces that fit together. |
| Knowhow | 20 | Practical knowledge or expertise. |
| Flyblow | 18 | To taint or spoil, especially by laying eggs. |
| Bowwow | 14 | An imitation of a dog's bark. |
Popular 5-letter words for Wordle
Wordle enthusiasts rejoice! Here are some five-letter words ending with W that might just help you crack the daily puzzle.
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Allow | To give permission for something to happen. |
| Below | At a lower level or layer. |
| Drawn | Past participle of draw. |
| Flown | Past participle of fly. |
| Grown | Past participle of grow. |
| Shrew | A small insectivorous mammal. |
| Throw | To propel something with force through the air. |
Unusual and rare word examples
Let's delve into the world of rare and unusual words ending with W. These words might not pop up in everyday conversation, but they surely add a touch of intrigue.
Macaw
- Definition: A large, colorful parrot native to Central and South America.
- Interesting Fact: Macaws are known for their vibrant plumage and can live up to 50 years in the wild.
- Example in a Sentence: "The macaw's bright feathers were a stunning sight."
Undraw
- Definition: To open (a curtain) by pulling it aside.
- Interesting Fact: The term is rarely used in modern English but can be found in literary texts.
- Example in a Sentence: "She undrew the curtains to let the morning light in."
Jackdaw
- Definition: A small, black crow with grey nape and distinctive social behavior.
- Interesting Fact: Jackdaws are known for their intelligence and ability to mimic sounds.
- Example in a Sentence: "A jackdaw perched on the fence, eyeing the shiny trinket."
Knawe
- Definition: An old-fashioned term for a young boy or servant.
- Interesting Fact: The word is now archaic and rarely used in contemporary English.
- Example in a Sentence: "The knave was quick to fetch water for his master."
Pshaw
- Definition: An expression of contempt or disbelief.
- Interesting Fact: This interjection is often used in literature to convey disdain.
- Example in a Sentence: "Pshaw! I don't believe a word of it."
Final words
Thank you for joining us on this whimsical journey through words ending with W. Whether for their unique sounds, high Scrabble scores, or rare appearances, these words add a splash of fun and fascination to our language. Keep an ear out for them in your daily conversations—they’re bound to make you smile!
