Words With S In The Middle
Welcome to a world where the middle letter steals the show! Dive into the realm of words where 'S' isn't just a letter, but the centerpiece. Discover quirky, interesting terms that bring zest and spice to everyday language. Let's journey through this linguistic landscape together, uncovering hidden gems!
3 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| ask | 7 | consider obligatory; request and expect | Aren't we asking too much of these children? |
| use | 3 | exerting shrewd or devious influence especially for one's own advantage | - |
| est | 3 | standard time in the 5th time zone west of Greenwich, reckoned at the 75th meridian; used in the eastern United States | - |
| ash | 6 | any of various deciduous pinnate-leaved ornamental or timber trees of the genus Fraxinus | - |
| tsk | 7 | utter `tsk,' `tut,' or `tut-tut,' as in disapproval | - |
| psi | 5 | a unit of pressure | - |
| ism | 5 | a belief (or system of beliefs) accepted as authoritative by some group or school | - |
| asp | 5 | of southern Europe; similar to but smaller than the adder | - |
| pst | 5 | standard time in the 8th time zone west of Greenwich, reckoned at the 120th meridian west; used in far western states of the United States | - |
| iso | 3 | - | - |
| dso | 4 | - | - |
| ish | 6 | - | - |
| ose | 3 | - | - |
4 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| just | 11 | (used for emphasis) absolutely | I just can't take it anymore |
| must | 6 | the quality of smelling or tasting old or stale or mouldy | - |
| last | 4 | persist for a specified period of time | The bad weather lasted for three days |
| else | 4 | - | - |
| best | 6 | Canadian physiologist (born in the United States) who assisted F. G. Banting in research leading to the discovery of insulin (1899-1978) | - |
| also | 4 | in addition | - |
| most | 6 | (of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but | the baby was almost asleep when the alarm sounded |
| used | 5 | (of persons) taken advantage of | after going out of his way to help his friend get the job he felt not appreciated but used |
| lost | 4 | deeply absorbed in thought | lost in thought |
| easy | 7 | not hurried or forced | an easy walk around the block |
| case | 6 | a specific size and style of type within a type family | - |
| rest | 4 | sit, as on a branch | - |
| wish | 10 | prefer or wish to do something | - |
| lose | 4 | fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind | - |
| fast | 7 | unwavering in devotion to friend or vow or cause | fast friends |
| past | 6 | a verb tense that expresses actions or states in the past | - |
| busy | 9 | (of facilities such as telephones or lavatories) unavailable for use by anyone else or indicating unavailability; (`engaged' is a British term for a busy telephone line) | her line is busy |
| fish | 10 | (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Pisces | - |
| test | 4 | trying something to find out about it | - |
| cash | 9 | money in the form of bills or coins | there is a desperate shortage of hard cash |
| list | 4 | give or make a list of; name individually; give the names of | - |
| push | 9 | press, drive, or impel (someone) to action or completion of an action | He pushed her to finish her doctorate |
| nose | 4 | catch the scent of; get wind of | The dog nosed out the drugs |
| cost | 6 | be priced at | These shoes cost $100 |
| west | 7 | United States film actress (1892-1980) | - |
| wash | 10 | the erosive process of washing away soil or gravel by water (as from a roadway) | from the house they watched the washout of their newly seeded lawn by the water |
| east | 4 | the countries of Asia | - |
| risk | 8 | the probability of becoming infected given that exposure to an infectious agent has occurred | - |
| rose | 4 | any of many shrubs of the genus Rosa that bear roses | - |
| post | 6 | a job in an organization | he occupied a post in the treasury |
| base | 6 | a terrorist network intensely opposed to the United States that dispenses money and logistical support and training to a wide variety of radical Islamic terrorist groups; has cells in more than 50 countries | - |
| rush | 7 | a sudden forceful flow | - |
| rise | 4 | get up and out of bed | - |
| desk | 9 | a piece of furniture with a writing surface and usually drawers or other compartments | - |
| wise | 7 | United States Jewish leader (born in Hungary) (1874-1949) | - |
| gosh | 8 | - | - |
| dust | 5 | the remains of something that has been destroyed or broken up | - |
| bush | 9 | 43rd President of the United States; son of George Herbert Walker Bush (born in 1946) | - |
| cast | 6 | the act of throwing a fishing line out over the water by means of a rod and reel | - |
| mask | 10 | a party of guests wearing costumes and masks | - |
| josh | 14 | be silly or tease one another | - |
| task | 8 | a specific piece of work required to be done as a duty or for a specific fee | the endless task of classifying the samples |
| bust | 6 | an occasion for excessive eating or drinking | they went on a bust that lasted three days |
| ease | 4 | make easier | - |
| dish | 8 | an activity that you like or at which you are superior | marriage was scarcely his dish |
| host | 7 | a person who acts as host at formal occasions (makes an introductory speech and introduces other speakers) | - |
| arse | 4 | vulgar slang for anus | - |
| nest | 4 | move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position | - |
| vast | 7 | unusually great in size or amount or degree or especially extent or scope | at vast (or immense) expense |
| fist | 7 | a hand with the fingers clenched in the palm (as for hitting) | - |
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5 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| these | 8 | - | - |
| first | 8 | the fielding position of the player on a baseball team who is stationed at first of the bases in the infield (counting counterclockwise from home plate) | - |
| those | 8 | - | - |
| house | 8 | provide housing for | The immigrants were housed in a new development outside the town |
| cause | 7 | any entity that produces an effect or is responsible for events or results | - |
| music | 9 | punishment for one's actions | you have to face the music |
| close | 7 | cease to operate or cause to cease operating | The owners decided to move and to close the factory |
| least | 5 | used to form the superlative | The garter snake is the least dangerous snake |
| trust | 5 | complete confidence in a person or plan etc | the doctor-patient relationship is based on trust |
| worse | 8 | changed for the worse in health or fitness | I feel worse today |
| visit | 8 | come to see in an official or professional capacity | The governor visited the prison |
| horse | 8 | a chessman shaped to resemble the head of a horse; can move two squares horizontally and one vertically (or vice versa) | - |
| using | 6 | an act that exploits or victimizes someone (treats them unfairly) | - |
| whose | 11 | The possessive case of who or which. | - |
| upset | 7 | having been turned so that the bottom is no longer the bottom | the upset pitcher of milk |
| taste | 5 | a strong liking | - |
| waste | 8 | cause to grow thin or weak | - |
| worst | 8 | defeat thoroughly | - |
| raise | 5 | call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) | raise a smile |
| fresh | 11 | original and of a kind not seen before | - |
| ghost | 9 | haunt like a ghost; pursue | - |
| exist | 12 | support oneself | he could barely exist on such a low wage |
| usual | 5 | commonly encountered | the usual greeting |
| noise | 5 | the auditory experience of sound that lacks musical quality; sound that is a disagreeable auditory experience | modern music is just noise to me |
| guest | 6 | a visitor to whom hospitality is extended | - |
| issue | 5 | a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon | - |
| based | 8 | having a base | firmly based ice |
| nurse | 5 | a woman who is the custodian of children | - |
| pussy | 10 | containing pus | - |
| loose | 5 | (of textures) full of small openings or gaps | a loose weave |
| loser | 5 | a person with a record of failing; someone who loses consistently | - |
| chest | 10 | the front of the trunk from the neck to the abdomen | - |
| crash | 10 | the act of colliding with something | his crash through the window |
| chose | 10 | - | - |
| toast | 5 | a drink in honor of or to the health of a person or event | - |
| beast | 7 | a cruelly rapacious person | - |
| aside | 6 | out of the way (especially away from one's thoughts) | brush the objections aside |
| chase | 10 | cut a furrow into a columns | - |
| nasty | 8 | offensive or even (of persons) malicious | in a nasty mood |
| trash | 8 | worthless material that is to be disposed of | - |
| curse | 7 | profane or obscene expression usually of surprise or anger | - |
| coast | 7 | the act of moving smoothly along a surface while remaining in contact with it | the children lined up for a coast down the snowy slope |
| false | 8 | adopted in order to deceive | - |
| flesh | 11 | alternative names for the body of a human being | the spirit is willing but the flesh is weak |
| mouse | 7 | to go stealthily or furtively | - |
| jesse | 12 | - | - |
| flash | 11 | a lamp for providing momentary light to take a photograph | - |
| basic | 9 | reduced to the simplest and most significant form possible without loss of generality | a basic story line |
| crush | 10 | temporary love of an adolescent | - |
| lousy | 8 | vile; despicable | a dirty (or lousy) trick |
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6 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| please | 8 | give pleasure to or be pleasing to | These colors please the senses |
| listen | 6 | pay close attention to; give heed to | - |
| course | 8 | general line of orientation | the river takes a southern course |
| excuse | 15 | a defense of some offensive behavior or some failure to keep a promise etc. | he kept finding excuses to stay |
| myself | 14 | I or me in person; used for emphasis. Used also instead of me, as the object of the first person of a reflexive verb, without emphasis. | I will defend myself |
| 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 |
| almost | 8 | (of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but | the baby was almost asleep when the alarm sounded |
| answer | 9 | react verbally | She didn't want to answer |
| reason | 6 | present reasons and arguments | - |
| asking | 11 | the verbal act of requesting | - |
| master | 8 | a combatant who is able to defeat rivals | - |
| finish | 12 | a decorative texture or appearance of a surface (or the substance that gives it that appearance) | the boat had a metallic finish |
| missed | 9 | not caught with the senses or the mind | - |
| prison | 8 | a correctional institution where persons are confined while on trial or for punishment | - |
| passed | 9 | - | - |
| choose | 11 | pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives | - |
| honest | 9 | not disposed to cheat or defraud; not deceptive or fraudulent | honest lawyers |
| island | 7 | a land mass (smaller than a continent) that is surrounded by water | - |
| closed | 9 | blocked against entry | a closed porch |
| asleep | 8 | lacking sensation | my foot is asleep |
| escape | 10 | remove oneself from a familiar environment, usually for pleasure or diversion | We escaped to our summer house for a few days |
| itself | 9 | The neuter reciprocal pronoun of It. | the thing is good in itself |
| faster | 9 | more quickly | - |
| closer | 8 | (baseball) a relief pitcher who can protect a lead in the last inning or two of the game | - |
| arrest | 6 | take into custody | - |
| cousin | 8 | the child of your aunt or uncle | - |
| losing | 7 | - | - |
| mister | 8 | a form of address for a man | - |
| forest | 9 | establish a forest on previously unforested land | afforest the mountains |
| insane | 6 | very foolish | took insane risks behind the wheel |
| priest | 8 | a person who performs religious duties and ceremonies in a non-Christian religion | - |
| easier | 6 | - | - |
| easily | 9 | with ease (`easy' is sometimes used informally for `easily') | she was easily excited |
| artist | 6 | a person whose creative work shows sensitivity and imagination | - |
| lesson | 6 | punishment intended as a warning to others | - |
| cheese | 11 | erect or decumbent Old World perennial with axillary clusters of rosy-purple flowers; introduced in United States | - |
| pissed | 9 | very drunk | - |
| desire | 7 | expect and wish | - |
| result | 6 | a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon | - |
| raised | 7 | embellished with a raised pattern created by pressure or embroidery | raised needlework |
| desert | 7 | desert (a cause, a country or an army), often in order to join the opposing cause, country, or army | If soldiers deserted Hitler's army, they were shot |
| rescue | 8 | recovery or preservation from loss or danger | - |
| refuse | 9 | refuse entrance or membership | - |
| poison | 8 | any substance that causes injury or illness or death of a living organism | - |
| chosen | 11 | an exclusive group of people | - |
| design | 8 | something intended as a guide for making something else | - |
| mostly | 11 | in large part; mainly or chiefly | - |
| castle | 8 | a large and stately mansion | - |
| assume | 8 | make a pretence of | She assumed indifference, even though she was seething with anger |
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7 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| because | 11 | By or for the cause that; on this account that; for the reason that. | - |
| 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 |
| outside | 8 | outside a building | in summer we play outside |
| promise | 11 | make a prediction about; tell in advance | - |
| himself | 15 | An emphasized form of the third person masculine pronoun; used as a subject usually with he; used alone in the predicate, either in the nominative or objective case. | he himself will bear the blame as it is himself who saved himself |
| bastard | 10 | derogatory term for a variation that is not genuine; something irregular or inferior or of dubious origin | the architecture was a kind of bastard suggesting Gothic but not true Gothic |
| asshole | 10 | insulting terms of address for people who are stupid or irritating or ridiculous | - |
| mistake | 13 | a wrong action attributable to bad judgment or ignorance or inattention | he made a bad mistake |
| missing | 10 | nonexistent | - |
| present | 9 | perform (a play), especially on a stage | - |
| message | 10 | what a communication that is about something is about | - |
| instead | 8 | in place of, or as an alternative to | Felix became a herpetologist instead |
| respect | 11 | (usually preceded by `in') a detail or point | it differs in that respect |
| history | 13 | a record or narrative description of past events | a history of France |
| 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 | - |
| usually | 10 | under normal conditions | usually she was late |
| chinese | 12 | of or relating to or characteristic of the island republic on Taiwan or its residents or their language | - |
| mission | 9 | a group of representatives or delegates | - |
| herself | 13 | An emphasized form of the third person feminine pronoun; used as a subject with she; | she herself will bear the blame |
| destroy | 11 | put (an animal) to death | The customs agents destroyed the dog that was found to be rabid |
| dressed | 9 | (of lumber or stone) to trim and smooth | - |
| deserve | 11 | be worthy or deserving | You deserve a promotion after all the hard work you have done |
| awesome | 12 | inspiring awe or admiration or wonder | the awesome complexity of the universe |
| biggest | 11 | - | - |
| release | 7 | part with a possession or right | - |
| monster | 9 | (medicine) a grossly malformed and usually nonviable fetus | - |
| purpose | 11 | reach a decision | - |
| justice | 16 | the quality of being just or fair | - |
| majesty | 19 | impressiveness in scale or proportion | - |
| defense | 11 | the speech act of answering an attack on your assertions | in defense he said the other man started it |
| ashamed | 13 | feeling shame or guilt or embarrassment or remorse | are you ashamed for having lied? |
| destiny | 11 | the ultimate agency regarded as predetermining the course of events (often personified as a woman) | we are helpless in the face of destiny |
| disease | 8 | an impairment of health or a condition of abnormal functioning | - |
| pleased | 10 | feeling pleasurable satisfaction over something by which you measures your self-worth | - |
| request | 16 | express the need or desire for | She requested an extra bed in her room |
| license | 9 | excessive freedom; lack of due restraint | when liberty becomes license dictatorship is near |
| passing | 10 | lasting a very short time | a passing fancy |
| mystery | 15 | something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained | how it got out is a mystery |
| passion | 9 | any object of warm affection or devotion | he has a passion for cock fighting |
| fishing | 14 | the act of someone who fishes as a diversion | - |
| escaped | 12 | having escaped, especially from confinement | searching for two escaped prisoners |
| fashion | 13 | make out of components (often in an improvising manner) | She fashioned a tent out of a sheet and a few sticks |
| closing | 10 | approaching a particular destination; a coming closer; a narrowing of a gap | the ship's rapid rate of closing gave them little time to avoid a collision |
| plastic | 11 | capable of being molded or modeled (especially of earth or clay or other soft material) | plastic substances such as wax or clay |
| despite | 10 | lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike | the despite in which outsiders were held is legendary |
| wasting | 11 | a decrease in size of an organ caused by disease or disuse | - |
| unusual | 7 | being definitely out of the ordinary and unexpected; slightly odd or even a bit weird | - |
| blessed | 10 | Roman Catholic; proclaimed one of the blessed and thus worthy of veneration | - |
| contest | 9 | an occasion on which a winner is selected from among two or more contestants | - |
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8 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| yourself | 14 | An emphasized or reflexive form of the pronoun of the second person; -- used as a subject commonly with you; also, alone in the predicate, either in the nominative or objective case. | you yourself shall see it |
| question | 17 | uncertainty about the truth or factuality or existence of something | there is no question about the validity of the enterprise |
| hospital | 13 | a health facility where patients receive treatment | - |
| possible | 12 | existing in possibility | possible uses of nuclear power |
| finished | 15 | brought to ruin | after the revolution the aristocracy was finished |
| thousand | 12 | denoting a quantity consisting of 1,000 items or units | - |
| bullshit | 13 | speak insincerely or without regard for facts or truths | - |
| pleasure | 10 | a fundamental feeling that is hard to define but that people desire to experience | he was tingling with pleasure |
| 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 |
| promised | 13 | - | - |
| decision | 11 | the act of making up your mind about something | the burden of decision was his |
| interest | 8 | be on the mind of | - |
| nonsense | 8 | ornamental objects of no great value | - |
| consider | 11 | show consideration for; take into account | You must consider her age |
| handsome | 14 | given or giving freely | a handsome allowance |
| pressure | 10 | to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means | - |
| greatest | 9 | highest in quality | - |
| research | 13 | inquire into | the students had to research the history of the Second World War for their history project |
| minister | 10 | a person authorized to conduct religious worship | clergymen are usually called ministers in Protestant churches |
| universe | 11 | everything stated or assumed in a given discussion | - |
| possibly | 15 | by chance | we may possibly run into them at the concert |
| honestly | 14 | in an honest manner | in he can't get it honestly, he is willing to steal it |
| distance | 11 | go far ahead of | He outdistanced the other runners |
| confused | 14 | lacking orderly continuity | a confused set of instructions |
| positive | 13 | involving advantage or good | a plus (or positive) factor |
| treasure | 8 | accumulated wealth in the form of money or jewels etc. | the pirates hid their treasure on a small island in the West Indies |
| physical | 18 | impelled by physical force especially against resistance | a real cop would get physical |
| applause | 12 | a demonstration of approval by clapping the hands together | - |
| presence | 12 | the immediate proximity of someone or something | she blushed in his presence |
| released | 9 | - | - |
| opposite | 12 | directly facing each other | they sat opposite at the table |
| customer | 12 | someone who pays for goods or services | - |
| disaster | 9 | a state of extreme (usually irremediable) ruin and misfortune | his policies were a disaster |
| basement | 12 | the lowermost portion of a structure partly or wholly below ground level; often used for storage | - |
| district | 11 | regulate housing in; of certain areas of towns | - |
| festival | 14 | an organized series of acts and performances (usually in one place) | a drama festival |
| paradise | 11 | any place of complete bliss and delight and peace | - |
| passport | 12 | any quality or characteristic that gains a person a favorable reception or acceptance or admission | his wealth was not a passport into the exclusive circles of society |
| transfer | 11 | transfer from one place or period to another | - |
| industry | 12 | the organized action of making of goods and services for sale | American industry is making increased use of computers to control production |
| prisoner | 10 | a person who is confined; especially a prisoner of war | - |
| exercise | 17 | systematic training by multiple repetitions | - |
| 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 |
| designed | 11 | done or made or performed with purpose and intent | style...is more than the deliberate and designed creation |
| describe | 13 | give a description of | - |
| discover | 14 | discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of | - |
| visiting | 12 | the activity of making visits | the purpose was to promote homes, clubs, visiting, and other services |
| pleasant | 10 | affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings | we had a pleasant evening together |
| division | 12 | a group of ships of similar type | - |
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9 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| yesterday | 16 | the day immediately before today | it was in yesterday's newspapers |
| president | 12 | the officer who presides at the meetings of an organization | - |
| listening | 10 | the act of hearing attentively | you can learn a lot by just listening |
| otherwise | 15 | in another and different manner | she thought otherwise |
| professor | 14 | someone who is a member of the faculty at a college or university | - |
| obviously | 17 | unmistakably (`plain' is often used informally for `plainly') | the answer is obviously wrong |
| necessary | 14 | anything indispensable | - |
| fantastic | 14 | ludicrously odd | fantastic Halloween costumes |
| breakfast | 18 | eat an early morning meal | We breakfast at seven |
| expensive | 21 | high in price or charging high prices | expensive clothes |
| destroyed | 14 | destroyed physically or morally | - |
| insurance | 11 | written contract or certificate of insurance | - |
| basically | 16 | in essence; at bottom or by one's (or its) very nature | He is basically dishonest |
| disappear | 14 | cease to exist | - |
| assistant | 9 | a person who contributes to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose | my invaluable assistant |
| inspector | 13 | an investigator who observes carefully | - |
| christian | 14 | a religious person who believes Jesus is the Christ and who is a member of a Christian denomination | - |
| newspaper | 16 | the physical object that is the product of a newspaper publisher | when it began to rain he covered his head with a newspaper |
| desperate | 12 | fraught with extreme danger; nearly hopeless | a desperate illness |
| terrorist | 9 | a radical who employs terror as a political weapon; usually organizes with other terrorists in small cells; often uses religion as a cover for terrorist activities | - |
| explosion | 18 | a violent release of energy caused by a chemical or nuclear reaction | - |
| miserable | 13 | of very poor quality or condition | - |
| impressed | 14 | deeply or markedly affected or influenced | - |
| existence | 18 | the state or fact of existing | laws in existence for centuries |
| exhausted | 20 | drained of energy or effectiveness; extremely tired; completely exhausted | the day's shopping left her exhausted |
| depressed | 13 | lower than previously | the market is depressed |
| answering | 13 | replying | an answering glance |
| invisible | 14 | not prominent or readily noticeable | the invisible man |
| represent | 11 | perform (a play), especially on a stage | - |
| precisely | 16 | indicating exactness or preciseness | he was doing precisely (or exactly) what she had told him to do |
| communist | 15 | a socialist who advocates communism | - |
| transport | 11 | the act of moving something from one location to another | - |
| rehearsal | 12 | a practice session in preparation for a public performance (as of a play or speech or concert) | he missed too many rehearsals |
| published | 17 | formally made public | published accounts |
| discovery | 18 | the act of discovering something | - |
| elsewhere | 15 | - | - |
| confusion | 14 | a feeling of embarrassment that leaves you confused | - |
| institute | 9 | set up or lay the groundwork for | - |
| requested | 19 | asked for | the requested aid is forthcoming |
| recognise | 12 | express greetings upon meeting someone | - |
| possessed | 12 | influenced or controlled by a powerful force such as a strong emotion | by love possessed |
| finishing | 16 | a decorative texture or appearance of a surface (or the substance that gives it that appearance) | - |
| dismissed | 13 | having lost your job | - |
| respected | 14 | receiving deferential regard | a respected family |
| testimony | 14 | something that serves as evidence | his effort was testimony to his devotion |
| warehouse | 15 | a storehouse for goods and merchandise | - |
| broadcast | 14 | cause to become widely known | broadcast the news |
| fashioned | 16 | planned and made or fashioned artistically | beautifully fashioned dresses |
| described | 15 | represented in words especially with sharpness and detail | the vividly described wars |
| terrorism | 11 | the calculated use of violence (or the threat of violence) against civilians in order to attain goals that are political or religious or ideological in nature; this is done through intimidation or coercion or instilling fear | - |
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10 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| understand | 12 | believe to be the case | I understand you have no previous experience? |
| absolutely | 15 | completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers | an absolutely magnificent painting |
| interested | 11 | involved in or affected by or having a claim to or share in | the interested parties met to discuss the business |
| impossible | 16 | totally unlikely | - |
| especially | 17 | to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common | an especially (or specially) cautious approach to the danger |
| 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 | - |
| university | 16 | a large and diverse institution of higher learning created to educate for life and for a profession and to grant degrees | - |
| disgusting | 13 | highly offensive; arousing aversion or disgust | a disgusting smell |
| discovered | 17 | discovered or determined by scientific observation | the discovered behavior norms |
| permission | 14 | the act of giving a formal (usually written) authorization | - |
| television | 13 | broadcasting visual images of stationary or moving objects | - |
| personally | 15 | in the flesh; without involving anyone else | I went there personally |
| friendship | 19 | the state of being friends (or friendly) | - |
| considered | 14 | carefully weighed | a considered opinion |
| punishment | 17 | the act of punishing | - |
| impressive | 17 | producing a strong effect | gave an impressive performance as Othello |
| atmosphere | 17 | a particular environment or surrounding influence | there was an atmosphere of excitement |
| indistinct | 13 | not clearly defined or easy to perceive or understand | indistinct shapes in the gloom |
| 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 | - |
| whispering | 19 | speaking softly without vibration of the vocal cords | - |
| 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 | - |
| expression | 19 | a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations | pardon the expression |
| commission | 16 | a group of representatives or delegates | - |
| constantly | 15 | without interruption | the world is constantly changing |
| confession | 15 | an admission of misdeeds or faults | - |
| reasonable | 12 | not excessive or extreme | reasonable prices |
| journalist | 17 | someone who keeps a diary or journal | - |
| prostitute | 12 | a woman who engages in sexual intercourse for money | - |
| philosophy | 23 | a belief (or system of beliefs) accepted as authoritative by some group or school | - |
| discussion | 13 | an exchange of views on some topic | we had a good discussion |
| resistance | 12 | an electrical device that resists the flow of electrical current | - |
| prosecutor | 14 | a government official who conducts criminal prosecutions on behalf of the state | - |
| disturbing | 14 | causing distress or worry or anxiety | distressing (or disturbing) news |
| aggressive | 15 | characteristic of an enemy or one eager to fight | aggressive acts against another country |
| investment | 15 | money that is invested with an expectation of profit | - |
| possession | 12 | the trait of resolutely controlling your own behavior | - |
| profession | 15 | an open avowal (true or false) of some belief or opinion | a profession of disagreement |
| discipline | 15 | a branch of knowledge | in what discipline is his doctorate? |
| depression | 13 | a state of depression and anhedonia so severe as to require clinical intervention | - |
| registered | 12 | listed or recorded officially | record is made of `registered mail' at each point on its route to assure safe delivery |
| physically | 23 | in accord with physical laws | it is physically impossible |
| assignment | 13 | a duty that you are assigned to perform (especially in the armed forces) | - |
| ambassador | 15 | a diplomat of the highest rank; accredited as representative from one country to another | - |
| assistance | 12 | a person or thing that is a resource that helps make something easier or possible to do | his job was to give technical assistance over the phone |
| conspiracy | 19 | a secret agreement between two or more people to perform an unlawful act | - |
| passionate | 12 | having or expressing strong emotions | - |
| conclusion | 14 | event whose occurrence ends something | - |
| instrument | 12 | write an instrumental score for | - |
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Ah, the curious case of words with an "S" nestled right in their middle! There’s something delightfully mischievous about these words. Their balanced structure creates a melodious rhythm, adding a sprinkle of surprise to our sentences. As we dive into the world of these words, we find ourselves enchanted by how this simple letter can shift meanings, tickle our tongues, and even score big in games like Scrabble. From everyday favorites to hidden gems, let’s embark on a linguistic adventure exploring words that have the letter "S" snugly situated at their core.
About words in the middle S
The letter "S" is a linguistic chameleon, adept at changing the complexion of a word depending on its placement. When it finds itself at the heart of a word, it often serves as the pivot around which meaning spins. This strategic positioning can alter pronunciation, giving words a sibilant quality that makes them both fun and challenging to articulate. Take, for instance, the word "whisper." The "S" adds a soft, secretive sound that perfectly matches the word’s meaning.
In English, words with a centrally located "S" are more common than you might think. This unassuming consonant bridges vowels and consonants alike, creating a seamless flow. Consider "classic"—without the "S," it's merely "clacic," a nonsensical jumble lacking the sophistication the "S" imparts. The central "S" not only anchors the word but also influences its rhythm, crafting a harmonious blend that delights both the speaker and the listener.
Popular word examples
Words with an "S" nestled in the middle are as varied as they are fascinating. Here are some popular examples:
Whisper
- Definition: To speak very softly using one's breath rather than one's vocal cords.
- Example in a Sentence: She leaned in to whisper a secret in his ear.
- Fun Fact: The word "whisper" is thought to be derived from the Old English "hwisprian," reflecting the sound itself.
Classic
- Definition: Judged over a period of time to be of the highest quality and outstanding of its kind.
- Example in a Sentence: The novel remains a classic in American literature.
- Fun Fact: "Classic" has origins in the Latin word "classicus," meaning belonging to the highest class of citizens.
Listen
- Definition: To give one's attention to a sound.
- Example in a Sentence: She paused to listen to the birds singing outside.
- Fun Fact: Interestingly, the letters in "listen" can be rearranged to spell "silent," showcasing a poetic symmetry between the two actions.
Castle
- Definition: A large building typically of the medieval period, fortified against attack.
- Example in a Sentence: The ancient castle stood proudly on the hill, overlooking the valley.
- Fun Fact: Castles were not just fortifications but also served as symbols of power and authority in medieval times.
Desert
- Definition: A barren area of landscape where little precipitation occurs.
- Example in a Sentence: The Sahara is the largest hot desert in the world.
- Fun Fact: The word "desert" comes from the Latin "desertum," meaning "an abandoned place."
Gossip
- Definition: Casual or unconstrained conversation or reports about other people.
- Example in a Sentence: They met for coffee and indulged in some harmless gossip.
- Fun Fact: Originally, "gossip" referred to a close friend or confidant, especially one present at a birth.
Fossil
- Definition: The remains or impression of a prehistoric organism preserved in petrified form.
- Example in a Sentence: The museum's new exhibit features dinosaur fossils.
- Fun Fact: The term "fossil" is derived from the Latin "fossilis," meaning "dug up."
Basket
- Definition: A container used to hold or carry things, typically made from interwoven strips of cane or wire.
- Example in a Sentence: She filled the basket with fresh apples from the orchard.
- Fun Fact: Baskets have been used since ancient times, with evidence of their existence dating back 12,000 years.
Absent
- Definition: Not present in a place or situation.
- Example in a Sentence: He was absent from the meeting due to illness.
- Fun Fact: The word "absent" can also describe a person's inattentive state of mind, as in "absent-minded."
Lesson
- Definition: An amount of teaching given at one time; a period of learning or instruction.
- Example in a Sentence: Today's lesson focused on the basics of algebra.
- Fun Fact: The origin of "lesson" comes from the Latin "lectio," meaning "reading," reflecting its roots in education and enlightenment.
High-scoring scrabble examples
For Scrabble enthusiasts, words with a middle "S" can be a treasure trove of points! Here are some high-scoring examples:
| Word | Scrabble Points | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| Baster | 8 | A tool used to moisten food with liquid during cooking. |
| Chisel | 11 | A long-bladed hand tool used for cutting or shaping wood, stone, etc. |
| Jester | 13 | A professional joker or fool at a medieval court. |
| Masher | 11 | A kitchen utensil used for mashing food like potatoes. |
| Upshot | 11 | The final or eventual outcome or conclusion of a discussion, action, or series of events. |
Popular 5-letter words for Wordle
Wordle fans know the thrill of finding just the right word! Here are some five-letter options featuring an "S" in the middle:
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Basic | Forming an essential foundation or starting point; fundamental. |
| Asset | A useful or valuable thing, person, or quality. |
| Laser | A device that generates an intense beam of coherent monochromatic light. |
| Oasis | A fertile spot in a desert where water is found. |
| Usual | Habitually or typically occurring or done; customary. |
Unusual and rare word examples
For those with a penchant for the obscure, here are some rare and unusual words with a middle "S":
Tmesis
- Definition: The separation of parts of a compound word by an intervening word or words.
- Interesting Fact: Tmesis is often used for humorous or emphatic purposes, such as in the phrase "un-bloody-believable."
- Example in a Sentence: His use of tmesis added a playful tone to the dialogue.
Isomer
- Definition: Molecules with the same molecular formula but different structures.
- Interesting Fact: Isomers can have drastically different chemical properties despite having identical compositions.
- Example in a Sentence: The two compounds are isomers, leading to varying reactions in the experiment.
Lyssa
- Definition: A genus of moths in the family Uraniidae.
- Interesting Fact: The name "Lyssa" is also associated with the Greek goddess of rage and frenzy.
- Example in a Sentence: The biologist discovered a new species within the Lyssa genus.
Eosine
- Definition: A red fluorescent dye used in cosmetics and as a biological stain.
- Interesting Fact: Eosine gets its name from Eos, the Greek goddess of dawn, due to its vibrant color.
- Example in a Sentence: The scientist applied eosine to the slide to better view the cells under the microscope.
Viscid
- Definition: Having a sticky, adhesive quality.
- Interesting Fact: "Viscid" shares roots with "viscera," reflecting the sticky, internal nature of organs.
- Example in a Sentence: The viscid substance clung to his hands as he worked.
Final words
The world of words with an "S" at their center is full of charm and intrigue. Whether you're hunting for high-scoring Scrabble words, trying to outwit your friends in Wordle, or simply delighting in the quirks of the English language, these words offer endless possibilities. So, the next time you stumble upon a word with an "S" in the middle, take a moment to savor its story and musicality. After all, it's these little wonders that make language a never-ending adventure.
