Words Starting With A
Welcome to an awesome adventure through the alphabet’s first letter! Dive into a world where 'A' words come alive, from amazing animals to astonishing actions. Whether you’re aiming to amplify your vocabulary or just adore alliteration, get ready for some A+ fun that’s absolutely addictive!
2 letter words
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| at | 2 | a highly unstable radioactive element (the heaviest of the halogen series); a decay product of uranium and thorium | - |
| as | 2 | a United States territory on the eastern part of the island of Samoa | - |
| an | 2 | an associate degree in nursing | - |
| am | 4 | a radioactive transuranic metallic element; discovered by bombarding uranium with helium atoms | - |
| ah | 5 | - | - |
| al | 2 | a silvery ductile metallic element found primarily in bauxite | - |
| aw | 5 | - | - |
| ad | 3 | in the Christian era; used before dates after the supposed year Christ was born | - |
| ay | 5 | - | - |
| ai | 2 | an agency of the United States Army responsible for providing timely and relevant and accurate and synchronized intelligence to tactical and operational and strategic level commanders | - |
| ar | 2 | a unit of surface area equal to 100 square meters | - |
| ax | 9 | terminate | The NSF axed the research program and stopped funding it |
| aa | 2 | an associate degree in arts | - |
| ab | 4 | the eleventh month of the civil year; the fifth month of the ecclesiastical year in the Jewish calendar (in July and August) | - |
| ae | 2 | - | - |
| ag | 3 | a soft white precious univalent metallic element having the highest electrical and thermal conductivity of any metal; occurs in argentite and in free form; used in coins and jewelry and tableware and photography | - |
3 letter words
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| and | 4 | A particle which expresses the relation of connection or addition. It is used to conjoin a word with a word, a clause with a clause, or a sentence with a sentence. | - |
| are | 3 | a unit of surface area equal to 100 square meters | - |
| all | 3 | to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (`whole' is often used informally for `wholly') | a totally new situation |
| any | 6 | one or some or every or all without specification | give me any peaches you don't want |
| ask | 7 | consider obligatory; request and expect | Aren't we asking too much of these children? |
| ago | 4 | gone by; or in the past | two years ago |
| ass | 3 | slang for sexual intercourse | - |
| air | 3 | expose to fresh air | - |
| age | 4 | a time of life (usually defined in years) at which some particular qualification or power arises | she was now of school age |
| act | 5 | pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind | He acted the idiot |
| art | 3 | the products of human creativity; works of art collectively | an art exhibition |
| arm | 5 | any instrument or instrumentality used in fighting or hunting | - |
| aah | 6 | express admiration and pleasure by uttering `ooh' or `aah' | They oohed and aahed when they unwrapped the presents |
| add | 5 | determine the sum of | - |
| ate | 3 | goddess of criminal rashness and its punishment | - |
| aye | 6 | - | - |
| aim | 5 | the direction or path along which something moves or along which it lies | - |
| aid | 4 | improve the condition of | - |
| ana | 3 | a collection of anecdotes about a person or place | - |
| ann | 3 | - | - |
| ace | 5 | a major strategic headquarters of NATO; safeguards an area extending from Norway to Turkey | - |
| ash | 6 | any of various deciduous pinnate-leaved ornamental or timber trees of the genus Fraxinus | - |
| aha | 6 | - | - |
| ant | 3 | social insect living in organized colonies; characteristically the males and fertile queen have wings during breeding season; wingless sterile females are the workers | - |
| ape | 5 | someone who copies the words or behavior of another | - |
| axe | 10 | terminate | The NSF axed the research program and stopped funding it |
| ail | 3 | cause bodily suffering to and make sick or indisposed | - |
| ark | 7 | (Judaism) sacred chest where the ancient Hebrews kept the two tablets containing the Ten Commandments | - |
| ale | 3 | a general name for beer made with a top fermenting yeast; in some of the United States an ale is (by law) a brew of more than 4% alcohol by volume | - |
| awe | 6 | a feeling of profound respect for someone or something | - |
| arc | 5 | electrical conduction through a gas in an applied electric field | - |
| ave | 6 | - | - |
| ami | 5 | - | - |
| ava | 6 | - | - |
| abs | 5 | any of a class of composite plastics used to make car bodies and cases for computers and other appliances | - |
| apt | 5 | being of striking appropriateness and pertinence | an apt reply |
| ado | 4 | a rapid active commotion | - |
| aft | 6 | at or near or toward the stern of a ship or tail of an airplane | stow the luggage aft |
| amu | 5 | - | - |
| ake | 7 | - | - |
| amp | 7 | a nucleotide found in muscle cells and important in metabolism; reversibly convertible to ADP and ATP | - |
| alf | 6 | - | - |
| ala | 3 | a flat wing-shaped process or winglike part of an organism | the alae of the nose |
| aba | 5 | a fabric woven from goat hair and camel hair | - |
| aga | 4 | title for a civil or military leader (especially in Turkey) | - |
| ans | 3 | the part of the nervous system of vertebrates that controls involuntary actions of the smooth muscles and heart and glands | - |
| als | 3 | thickening of tissue in the motor tracts of the lateral columns and anterior horns of the spinal cord; results in progressive muscle atrophy that starts in the limbs | - |
| apo | 5 | - | - |
| awa | 6 | - | - |
| abo | 5 | - | - |
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4 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| away | 10 | out of the way (especially away from one's thoughts) | pushed all doubts away |
| also | 4 | in addition | - |
| able | 6 | having a strong healthy body | an able seaman |
| army | 9 | the army of the United States of America; the agency that organizes and trains soldiers for land warfare | - |
| area | 4 | a part of an animal that has a special function or is supplied by a given artery or nerve | - |
| arms | 6 | the official symbols of a family, state, etc. | - |
| aunt | 4 | the sister of your father or mother; the wife of your uncle | - |
| anna | 4 | a former copper coin of Pakistan and India | - |
| amen | 6 | a primeval Egyptian personification of air and breath; worshipped especially at Thebes | - |
| alan | 4 | - | - |
| anti | 4 | a person who is opposed (to an action or policy or practice etc.) | the antis smelled victory after a long battle |
| arts | 4 | studies intended to provide general knowledge and intellectual skills (rather than occupational or professional skills) | the college of arts and sciences |
| acts | 6 | a New Testament book describing the development of the early church from Christ's Ascension to Paul's sojourn at Rome | - |
| arse | 4 | vulgar slang for anus | - |
| acid | 7 | street name for lysergic acid diethylamide | - |
| auto | 4 | a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine | - |
| aged | 6 | (used of tobacco) aging as a preservative process (`aged' is pronounced as one syllable) | - |
| ahem | 9 | the utterance of a sound similar to clearing the throat; intended to get attention, express hesitancy, fill a pause, hide embarrassment, warn a friend, etc. | - |
| alas | 4 | by bad luck | alas, I cannot stay |
| ammo | 8 | projectiles to be fired from a gun | - |
| ache | 9 | feel physical pain | - |
| ally | 7 | an associate who provides cooperation or assistance | he's a good ally in fight |
| anal | 4 | a stage in psychosexual development when the child's interest is concentrated on the anal region; fixation at this stage is said to result in orderliness, meanness, stubbornness, compulsiveness, etc. | - |
| arch | 9 | a passageway under a curved masonry construction | they built a triumphal arch to memorialize their victory |
| atom | 6 | (nontechnical usage) a tiny piece of anything | - |
| axel | 11 | - | - |
| ares | 4 | (Greek mythology) Greek god of war; son of Zeus and Hera; identified with Roman Mars | - |
| aids | 5 | a serious (often fatal) disease of the immune system transmitted through blood products especially by sexual contact or contaminated needles | - |
| anus | 4 | the excretory opening at the end of the alimentary canal | - |
| alma | 6 | - | - |
| afar | 7 | - | - |
| alps | 6 | a large mountain system in south-central Europe; scenic beauty and winter sports make them a popular tourist attraction | - |
| alec | 6 | - | - |
| abba | 8 | - | - |
| afro | 7 | a rounded thickly curled hairdo | - |
| acre | 6 | a town and port in northwestern Israel in the eastern Mediterranean | - |
| anew | 7 | again but in a new or different way | wanted to write the story anew |
| alms | 6 | money or goods contributed to the poor | - |
| aida | 5 | - | - |
| airs | 4 | affected manners intended to impress others | don't put on airs with me |
| aqua | 13 | a shade of blue tinged with green | - |
| ante | 4 | place one's stake | - |
| alfa | 7 | - | - |
| amin | 6 | - | - |
| amir | 6 | an independent ruler or chieftain (especially in Africa or Arabia) | - |
| awol | 7 | absent without permission | - |
| ames | 6 | - | - |
| amid | 7 | - | - |
| aide | 5 | an officer who acts as military assistant to a more senior officer | - |
| ahoy | 10 | - | - |
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5 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| about | 7 | used of movement to or among many different places or in no particular direction | wandering about with no place to go |
| again | 6 | anew | she tried again |
| after | 8 | happening at a time subsequent to a reference time | it didn't happen until afterward |
| alone | 5 | without anybody else or anything else | the child stayed home alone |
| ahead | 9 | having the leading position or higher score in a contest | he is ahead by a pawn |
| alive | 8 | capable of erupting | the volcano is very much alive |
| along | 6 | with a forward motion | we drove along admiring the view |
| angry | 9 | (of the elements) as if showing violent anger | angry clouds on the horizon |
| agree | 6 | go together | - |
| agent | 6 | the semantic role of the animate entity that instigates or causes the happening denoted by the verb in the clause | - |
| allow | 8 | give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause | - |
| above | 10 | (in writing) at an earlier place | see above |
| apart | 7 | placed or kept separate and distinct as for a purpose | had a feeling of being set apart |
| angel | 6 | the highest waterfall; has more than one leap; flow varies seasonally | - |
| admit | 8 | allow participation in or the right to be part of; permit to exercise the rights, functions, and responsibilities of | admit someone to the profession |
| among | 8 | - | - |
| awful | 11 | offensive or even (of persons) malicious | - |
| aware | 8 | bearing in mind; attentive to | - |
| avoid | 9 | prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening | Let's avoid a confrontation |
| awake | 12 | stop sleeping | - |
| actor | 7 | a person who acts and gets things done | he's a principal actor in this affair |
| alarm | 7 | fear resulting from the awareness of danger | - |
| aside | 6 | out of the way (especially away from one's thoughts) | brush the objections aside |
| anger | 6 | become angry | He angers easily |
| armed | 8 | having arms or arms as specified; used especially in combination | the many-armed goddess Shiva |
| apple | 9 | native Eurasian tree widely cultivated in many varieties for its firm rounded edible fruits | - |
| argue | 6 | present reasons and arguments | - |
| alien | 5 | transfer property or ownership | The will aliened the property to the heirs |
| adult | 6 | designed to arouse lust | adult movies |
| album | 9 | one or more recordings issued together; originally released on 12-inch phonograph records (usually with attractive record covers) and later on cassette audiotape and compact disc | - |
| alert | 5 | condition of heightened watchfulness or preparation for action | bombers were put on alert during the crisis |
| apply | 12 | be pertinent or relevant or applicable | The same laws apply to you! |
| asses | 5 | - | - |
| angle | 6 | a biased way of looking at or presenting something | - |
| award | 9 | give, especially as an honor or reward | - |
| abuse | 7 | cruel or inhumane treatment | the child showed signs of physical abuse |
| alike | 9 | having the same or similar characteristics | all politicians are alike |
| alley | 8 | a narrow street with walls on both sides | - |
| alpha | 10 | early testing stage of a software or hardware product | alpha version |
| adore | 6 | love intensely | he just adored his wife |
| amber | 9 | of a medium to dark brownish yellow color | - |
| aunty | 8 | the sister of your father or mother; the wife of your uncle | - |
| ankle | 9 | a gliding joint between the distal ends of the tibia and fibula and the proximal end of the talus | - |
| armor | 7 | tough more-or-less rigid protective covering of an animal or plant | - |
| alibi | 7 | a defense of some offensive behavior or some failure to keep a promise etc. | every day he had a new alibi for not getting a job |
| adopt | 8 | put into dramatic form | adopt a book for a screenplay |
| arrow | 8 | a mark to indicate a direction or relation | - |
| altar | 5 | the table in Christian churches where communion is given | - |
| attic | 7 | informal terms for a human head | - |
| agony | 9 | intense feelings of suffering; acute mental or physical pain | an agony of doubt |
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6 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| always | 12 | at all times; all the time and on every occasion | I will always be there to help you |
| around | 7 | used of movement to or among many different places or in no particular direction | news gets around (or about) |
| anyone | 9 | One taken at random rather than by selection; anybody. | - |
| anyway | 15 | in any way whatsoever | get it done anyway you can |
| afraid | 10 | feeling worry or concern or insecurity | She was afraid that I might be embarrassed |
| 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 |
| asking | 11 | the verbal act of requesting | - |
| attack | 12 | ideas or actions intended to deal with a problem or situation | an attack on inflation |
| across | 8 | transversely | the marble slabs were cut across |
| accept | 12 | give an affirmative reply to; respond favorably to | I cannot accept your invitation |
| action | 8 | a military engagement | he saw action in Korea |
| asleep | 8 | lacking sensation | my foot is asleep |
| acting | 9 | the performance of a part or role in a drama | - |
| animal | 8 | marked by the appetites and passions of the body | animal instincts |
| arrest | 6 | take into custody | - |
| agreed | 8 | united by being of the same opinion | agreed in their distrust of authority |
| advice | 12 | a proposal for an appropriate course of action | - |
| afford | 13 | be the cause or source of | Our meeting afforded much interesting information |
| arrive | 9 | succeed in a big way; get to the top | After he published his book, he had arrived |
| artist | 6 | a person whose creative work shows sensitivity and imagination | - |
| amount | 8 | how much there is or how many there are of something that you can quantify | - |
| appear | 10 | give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect | This appears to be a very difficult problem |
| affair | 12 | a usually secretive or illicit sexual relationship | - |
| access | 10 | reach or gain access to | How does one access the attic in this house? |
| agency | 12 | the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent | - |
| assume | 8 | make a pretence of | She assumed indifference, even though she was seething with anger |
| auntie | 6 | the sister of your father or mother; the wife of your uncle | - |
| attend | 7 | take charge of or deal with | I must attend to this matter |
| august | 7 | profoundly honored | - |
| albert | 8 | prince consort of Queen Victoria of England (1819-1861) | - |
| accent | 10 | special importance or significance | the room was decorated in shades of grey with distinctive red accents |
| abroad | 9 | far away from home or one's usual surroundings | - |
| assure | 6 | cause to feel sure; give reassurance to | The airline tried to reassure the customers that the planes were safe |
| actual | 8 | being or reflecting the essential or genuine character of something | her actual motive |
| active | 11 | engaged in or ready for military or naval operations | on active duty |
| absurd | 9 | a situation in which life seems irrational and meaningless | The absurd is the essential concept and the first truth |
| affect | 14 | have an effect upon | Will the new rules affect me? |
| aboard | 9 | side by side | anchored close aboard another ship |
| admire | 9 | feel admiration for | - |
| appeal | 10 | attractiveness that interests or pleases or stimulates | his smile was part of his appeal to her |
| apples | 10 | - | - |
| author | 9 | someone who originates or causes or initiates something | - |
| autumn | 8 | the season when the leaves fall from the trees | - |
| avenue | 9 | a wide street or thoroughfare | - |
| advise | 10 | inform (somebody) of something | I advised him that the rent was due |
| arabic | 10 | the Semitic language of the Arabs; spoken in a variety of dialects | - |
| anyhow | 15 | in any way whatsoever | they came anyhow they could |
| agenda | 8 | a list of matters to be taken up (as at a meeting) | - |
| awhile | 12 | for a short time | sit down and stay awhile |
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7 letter words
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| another | 10 | any of various alternatives; some other | put it off to another (or some other) day |
| already | 11 | - | - |
| anymore | 12 | at the present or from now on; usually used with a negative | Alice doesn't live here anymore |
| against | 8 | Abreast; opposite to; facing; towards; in this sense often preceded by over. | against the mouth of a river |
| alright | 11 | in a satisfactory or adequate manner | - |
| anybody | 16 | Any one out of an indefinite number of persons; anyone; any person. | - |
| asshole | 10 | insulting terms of address for people who are stupid or irritating or ridiculous | - |
| amazing | 19 | inspiring awe or admiration or wonder | New York is an amazing city |
| arrived | 11 | - | - |
| allowed | 11 | - | - |
| address | 9 | put an address on (an envelope) | - |
| awesome | 12 | inspiring awe or admiration or wonder | the awesome complexity of the universe |
| account | 11 | an itemized statement of money owed for goods shipped or services rendered | send me an account of what I owe |
| airport | 9 | an airfield equipped with control tower and hangars as well as accommodations for passengers and cargo | - |
| ancient | 9 | a very old person | - |
| ashamed | 13 | feeling shame or guilt or embarrassment or remorse | are you ashamed for having lied? |
| alcohol | 12 | a liquor or brew containing alcohol as the active agent | alcohol (or drink) ruined him |
| actress | 9 | a female actor | - |
| ability | 12 | possession of the qualities (especially mental qualities) required to do something or get something done | - |
| advance | 13 | move forward, also in the metaphorical sense | - |
| arrange | 8 | plan, organize, and carry out (an event) | - |
| article | 9 | a separate section of a legal document (as a statute or contract or will) | - |
| average | 11 | lacking special distinction, rank, or status; commonly encountered | average people |
| anytime | 12 | - | - |
| attempt | 11 | make an effort or attempt | The police attempted to stop the thief |
| affairs | 13 | matters of personal concern | get his affairs in order |
| accused | 12 | a defendant in a criminal proceeding | - |
| achieve | 15 | to gain with effort | she achieved her goal despite setbacks |
| assault | 7 | the crime of forcing a person to submit to sexual intercourse against his or her will | - |
| academy | 15 | an institution for the advancement of art or science or literature | - |
| abandon | 10 | a feeling of extreme emotional intensity | - |
| apology | 13 | a formal written defense of something you believe in strongly | - |
| awkward | 18 | socially uncomfortable; unsure and constrained in manner | awkward and reserved at parties |
| adopted | 11 | acquired as your own by free choice | my adopted state |
| anyways | 16 | used to indicate that a statement explains or supports a previous statement | - |
| arguing | 9 | a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement | - |
| anxious | 14 | eagerly desirous | anxious to see the new show at the museum |
| amongst | 10 | - | - |
| arrival | 10 | accomplishment of an objective | - |
| applied | 12 | concerned with concrete problems or data rather than with fundamental principles | applied physics |
| assumed | 10 | adopted in order to deceive | an assumed name |
| attract | 9 | be attractive to | The beautiful garden attracted many people |
| autopsy | 12 | an examination and dissection of a dead body to determine cause of death or the changes produced by disease | - |
| approve | 14 | give sanction to | I approve of his educational policies |
| awfully | 16 | used as intensifiers | - |
| absence | 11 | the occurrence of an abrupt, transient loss or impairment of consciousness (which is not subsequently remembered), sometimes with light twitching, fluttering eyelids, etc.; common in petit mal epilepsy | - |
| anxiety | 17 | (psychiatry) a relatively permanent state of worry and nervousness occurring in a variety of mental disorders, usually accompanied by compulsive behavior or attacks of panic | - |
| amateur | 9 | lacking professional skill or expertise | a very amateurish job |
| amusing | 10 | providing enjoyment; pleasantly entertaining | an amusing speaker |
| admiral | 10 | the supreme commander of a fleet; ranks above a vice admiral and below a fleet admiral | - |
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8 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| anything | 15 | - | - |
| actually | 13 | in actual fact | to be nominally but not actually independent |
| accident | 13 | anything that happens suddenly or by chance without an apparent cause | winning the lottery was a happy accident |
| anywhere | 17 | at or in or to any place | you can find this food anywhere |
| although | 15 | - | - |
| audience | 11 | an opportunity to state your case and be heard | he saw that he had lost his audience |
| applause | 12 | a demonstration of approval by clapping the hands together | - |
| attitude | 9 | the arrangement of the body and its limbs | he assumed an attitude of surrender |
| accepted | 15 | generally approved or compelling recognition | several accepted techniques for treating the condition |
| attorney | 11 | a professional person authorized to practice law; conducts lawsuits or gives legal advice | - |
| approach | 17 | the act of drawing spatially closer to something | the hunter's approach scattered the geese |
| arranged | 10 | disposed or placed in a particular kind of order | the carefully arranged chessmen |
| activity | 16 | an organic process that takes place in the body | respiratory activity |
| absolute | 10 | not capable of being violated or infringed | - |
| annoying | 12 | causing irritation or annoyance | tapping an annoying rhythm on his glass with his fork |
| argument | 11 | a course of reasoning aimed at demonstrating a truth or falsehood; the methodical process of logical reasoning | - |
| audition | 9 | perform in order to get a role | She auditioned for a role on Broadway |
| airplane | 10 | an aircraft that has a fixed wing and is powered by propellers or jets | the flight was delayed due to trouble with the airplane |
| advanced | 15 | far along in time | a man of advanced age |
| attached | 14 | being joined in close association | all art schools whether independent or attached to universities |
| arriving | 12 | - | - |
| announce | 10 | announce publicly or officially | - |
| admitted | 12 | - | - |
| abortion | 10 | failure of a plan | - |
| appetite | 12 | a feeling of craving something | an appetite for life |
| almighty | 17 | having unlimited power | - |
| analysis | 11 | a set of techniques for exploring underlying motives and a method of treating various mental disorders; based on the theories of Sigmund Freud | his physician recommended psychoanalysis |
| arrogant | 9 | having or showing feelings of unwarranted importance out of overbearing pride | an arrogant official |
| addition | 10 | something added to what you already have | he was a new addition to the staff |
| affected | 17 | speaking or behaving in an artificial way to make an impression | - |
| adorable | 11 | lovable especially in a childlike or naive way | - |
| allergic | 11 | having an allergy or peculiar or excessive susceptibility (especially to a specific factor) | allergic children |
| alliance | 10 | the state of being allied or confederated | - |
| accurate | 12 | (of ideas, images, representations, expressions) characterized by perfect conformity to fact or truth; strictly correct | - |
| aircraft | 13 | a vehicle that can fly | - |
| assigned | 10 | appointed to a post or duty | assigned personnel |
| achieved | 17 | - | - |
| approved | 16 | established by authority; given authoritative approval | a list of approved candidates |
| approval | 15 | the formal act of approving | his decision merited the approval of any sensible person |
| assuming | 11 | excessively forward | on a subject like this it would be too assuming for me to decide |
| assembly | 15 | the act of constructing something (as a piece of machinery) | - |
| artistic | 10 | aesthetically pleasing | an artistic flower arrangement |
| ambition | 12 | a cherished desire | his ambition is to own his own business |
| addicted | 13 | compulsively or physiologically dependent on something habit-forming | she is addicted to chocolate |
| accusing | 13 | containing or expressing accusation | his accusing glare |
| attended | 10 | having a caretaker or other watcher | - |
| antidote | 9 | a remedy that stops or controls the effects of a poison | - |
| academic | 15 | an educator who works at a college or university | - |
| adoption | 11 | the appropriation (of ideas or words etc) from another source | - |
| acquired | 20 | gotten through environmental forces | acquired characteristics (such as a suntan or a broken nose) cannot be passed on |
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9 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| attention | 9 | the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others | - |
| afternoon | 12 | a conventional expression of greeting or farewell | - |
| apartment | 13 | a suite of rooms usually on one floor of an apartment house | - |
| according | 15 | (followed by `to') as reported or stated by | according to historians |
| apologize | 21 | acknowledge faults or shortcomings or failing | I apologized for being late |
| assistant | 9 | a person who contributes to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose | my invaluable assistant |
| agreement | 12 | the statement (oral or written) of an exchange of promises | they had an agreement that they would not interfere in each other's business |
| available | 14 | convenient for use or disposal | the house is available after July 1 |
| ambulance | 15 | a vehicle that takes people to and from hospitals | - |
| advantage | 14 | benefit resulting from some event or action | it turned out to my advantage |
| abandoned | 13 | forsaken by owner or inhabitants | weed-grown yard of an abandoned farmhouse |
| authority | 15 | official permission or approval | authority for the program was renewed several times |
| answering | 13 | replying | an answering glance |
| adventure | 13 | take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome | - |
| affection | 17 | a positive feeling of liking | he had trouble expressing the affection he felt |
| alexander | 17 | king of Macedon; conqueror of Greece and Egypt and Persia; founder of Alexandria (356-323 BC) | - |
| accompany | 20 | be present or associated with an event or entity | - |
| attacking | 16 | disposed to attack | - |
| announcer | 11 | reads news, commercials on radio or television | - |
| autograph | 15 | mark with one's signature | The author autographed his book |
| architect | 16 | someone who creates plans to be used in making something (such as buildings) | - |
| apologise | 12 | acknowledge faults or shortcomings or failing | - |
| associate | 11 | make a logical or causal connection | - |
| announced | 12 | declared publicly; made widely known | their announced intentions |
| anonymous | 14 | having no known name or identity or known source | anonymous authors |
| attempted | 14 | tried unsuccessfully | attempted murder |
| alcoholic | 16 | a person who drinks alcohol to excess habitually | - |
| appointed | 14 | fixed or established especially by order or command | at the time appointed (or the appointed time) |
| automatic | 13 | a pistol that will keep firing until the ammunition is gone or the trigger is released | - |
| ambitious | 13 | requiring full use of your abilities or resources | ambitious schedule |
| accepting | 16 | tolerating without protest | always more accepting of coaching suggestion than her teammates |
| attending | 11 | the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others | - |
| authentic | 14 | conforming to fact and therefore worthy of belief | an authentic account by an eyewitness |
| arresting | 10 | commanding attention | an arresting drawing of people turning into animals |
| activated | 15 | (of e.g. a molecule) made reactive or more reactive | - |
| amusement | 13 | an activity that is diverting and that holds the attention | - |
| astronaut | 9 | a person trained to travel in a spacecraft | the Russians called their astronauts cosmonauts |
| attendant | 10 | someone who waits on or tends to or attends to the needs of another | - |
| addiction | 13 | being abnormally tolerant to and dependent on something that is psychologically or physically habit-forming (especially alcohol or narcotic drugs) | - |
| allowance | 14 | an amount added or deducted on the basis of qualifying circumstances | an allowance for profit |
| animation | 11 | the condition of living or the state of being alive | - |
| alongside | 11 | side by side | - |
| artillery | 12 | an army unit that uses big guns | - |
| arrogance | 12 | overbearing pride evidenced by a superior manner toward inferiors | - |
| admission | 12 | the fee charged for admission | - |
| awareness | 12 | having knowledge of | he had no awareness of his mistakes |
| addressed | 12 | (of mail) marked with a destination | I throw away all mail addressed to `resident' |
| appearing | 14 | formal attendance (in court or at a hearing) of a party in an action | - |
| amendment | 14 | a statement that is added to or revises or improves a proposal or document (a bill or constitution etc.) | - |
| affecting | 18 | arousing affect | the homecoming of the released hostages was an affecting scene |
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10 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| absolutely | 15 | completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers | an absolutely magnificent painting |
| appreciate | 16 | be fully aware of; realize fully | Do you appreciate the full meaning of this letter? |
| apparently | 17 | unmistakably (`plain' is often used informally for `plainly') | she has apparently been living here for some time |
| afterwards | 17 | happening at a time subsequent to a reference time | - |
| attractive | 15 | having power to arouse interest | an attractive opportunity |
| atmosphere | 17 | a particular environment or surrounding influence | there was an atmosphere of excitement |
| appearance | 16 | pretending that something is the case in order to make a good impression | they try to keep up appearances |
| aggressive | 15 | characteristic of an enemy or one eager to fight | aggressive acts against another country |
| assignment | 13 | a duty that you are assigned to perform (especially in the armed forces) | - |
| 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 |
| ambassador | 15 | a diplomat of the highest rank; accredited as representative from one country to another | - |
| accountant | 14 | someone who maintains and audits business accounts | - |
| artificial | 15 | artificially formal | that artificial humility that her husband hated |
| attraction | 12 | the quality of arousing interest; being attractive or something that attracts | her personality held a strange attraction for him |
| altogether | 14 | informal terms for nakedness | in the altogether |
| accomplish | 21 | to gain with effort | - |
| acceptable | 18 | meeting requirements | - |
| additional | 12 | further or added | called for additional troops |
| authorized | 23 | endowed with authority | - |
| ammunition | 14 | projectiles to be fired from a gun | - |
| accomplice | 20 | a person who joins with another in carrying out some plan (especially an unethical or illegal plan) | - |
| associated | 13 | - | - |
| aggression | 12 | violent action that is hostile and usually unprovoked | - |
| adrenaline | 11 | a catecholamine secreted by the adrenal medulla in response to stress (trade name Adrenalin); stimulates autonomic nerve action | - |
| acquainted | 22 | having fair knowledge of | they were acquainted |
| accounting | 15 | a statement of recent transactions and the resulting balance | they send me an accounting every month |
| apprentice | 16 | works for an expert to learn a trade | - |
| apologized | 23 | - | - |
| auspicious | 14 | auguring favorable circumstances and good luck | an auspicious beginning for the campaign |
| automobile | 14 | a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine | - |
| accustomed | 17 | commonly used or practiced; usual | his accustomed thoroughness |
| acceptance | 18 | the mental attitude that something is believable and should be accepted as true | acceptance of Newtonian mechanics was unquestioned for 200 years |
| assessment | 12 | the act of judging or assessing a person or situation or event | - |
| attendance | 13 | the act of being present (at a meeting or event etc.) | - |
| allegiance | 13 | the loyalty that citizens owe to their country (or subjects to their sovereign) | - |
| astronauts | 10 | - | - |
| accidental | 15 | happening by chance or unexpectedly or unintentionally | accidental poisoning |
| accusation | 14 | a formal charge of wrongdoing brought against a person; the act of imputing blame or guilt | - |
| apocalypse | 19 | the last book of the New Testament; contains visionary descriptions of heaven and of conflicts between good and evil and of the end of the world; attributed to Saint John the Apostle | - |
| assumption | 14 | a hypothesis that is taken for granted | any society is built upon certain assumptions |
| admiration | 13 | a favorable judgment | a small token in admiration of your works |
| announcing | 13 | - | - |
| adaptation | 13 | the process of adapting to something (such as environmental conditions) | - |
| adjustment | 20 | the act of making something different (as e.g. the size of a garment) | - |
| accurately | 17 | with few mistakes | he works very accurately |
| accelerate | 14 | cause to move faster | He accelerated the car |
| accordance | 17 | the act of granting rights | the accordance to Canada of rights of access |
| adolescent | 13 | displaying or suggesting a lack of maturity | adolescent insecurity |
| anticipate | 14 | regard something as probable or likely | - |
| abstinence | 14 | the trait of abstaining (especially from alcohol) | - |
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Step into the enchanting universe of words starting with A, where each letter or combination creates a symphony of sounds and meanings that make our language richer and more vibrant. From the mighty "A" that leads the alphabetic parade to intriguing combinations like "Al" and "An," these words often carry a charm all their own. Imagine the allure of words like "adventure" and "alchemy" — they don't just describe; they invite you into a story. Get ready to explore some captivating examples and uncover what makes these words so unique, useful, and downright fun!
About words starting with A
The letter "A" holds a place of honor in the English language, being the first letter of the alphabet and a frequent starter of countless words. Its position at the beginning often lends a sense of primacy and importance. For instance, words like "ambitious" and "accomplishment" carry a weight of aspiration and achievement. It's fascinating how the letter "A," though small, can have so much influence on word formation, pronunciation, and even meaning.
Consider the diversity of sounds that words starting with "A" can produce. The long "A" in "amazing" versus the short "A" in "apple" showcases the versatility of this letter. Not to mention, combinations like "Ap" in "apocalyptic" or "Ar" in "archetype" add layers of complexity and richness to our vocabulary. These variations make "A" words an essential and delightful part of English.
Popular word examples
When it comes to popular words starting with A, there's no shortage of examples that demonstrate their charm and utility.
Adventure
- Definition: An exciting or unusual experience.
- Example in a Sentence: "They embarked on an adventure through the Amazon rainforest."
- Fun Fact: The word "adventure" comes from the Latin "adventurus," meaning "about to happen."
Alchemy
- Definition: A medieval chemical science aiming to achieve the transmutation of base metals into gold.
- Example in a Sentence: "The ancient practice of alchemy fascinated both scientists and mystics."
- Fun Fact: Alchemy is considered the precursor to modern chemistry.
Astonishing
- Definition: Extremely surprising or impressive.
- Example in a Sentence: "Her performance was astonishing, leaving the audience in awe."
- Fun Fact: The word "astonish" originates from the Latin "extonare," which means "to strike with lightning."
Abundance
- Definition: A very large quantity of something.
- Example in a Sentence: "The garden yielded an abundance of fresh vegetables."
- Fun Fact: The word "abundance" has roots in the Latin "abundantia," meaning "fullness."
Agile
- Definition: Able to move quickly and easily.
- Example in a Sentence: "The agile gymnast performed a flawless routine."
- Fun Fact: In software development, "agile" refers to methodologies focused on iterative progress.
Ambiguous
- Definition: Open to more than one interpretation; having a double meaning.
- Example in a Sentence: "Her ambiguous smile left everyone guessing."
- Fun Fact: "Ambiguous" is derived from the Latin word "ambiguus," meaning "having double meaning."
Ameliorate
- Definition: To make something better or improve.
- Example in a Sentence: "Efforts were made to ameliorate the living conditions of the residents."
- Fun Fact: The word "ameliorate" comes from the French "améliorer," meaning "to improve."
Anticipate
- Definition: To expect or predict.
- Example in a Sentence: "They eagerly anticipated the arrival of the new book."
- Fun Fact: "Anticipate" is derived from the Latin "anticipare," meaning "to take before."
Audacious
- Definition: Showing a willingness to take surprisingly bold risks.
- Example in a Sentence: "His audacious plan shocked everyone."
- Fun Fact: The word "audacious" originates from the Latin "audacia," meaning "boldness."
Articulate
- Definition: Having or showing the ability to speak fluently and coherently.
- Example in a Sentence: "She was an articulate spokesperson for the cause."
- Fun Fact: "Articulate" comes from the Latin "articulatus," meaning "distinctly pronounced."
High-scoring Scrabble examples
For Scrabble enthusiasts, words starting with A can offer some high-scoring possibilities. Here's a selection to boost your game:
| Word | Scrabble Points | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| Azimuth | 21 | The angle between the projected vector and a reference vector. |
| Affix | 19 | To attach or fasten something to something else. |
| Axolotl | 14 | A type of salamander found in Mexico, known for retaining larval features in adulthood. |
| Azure | 14 | Bright blue in color, like a cloudless sky. |
| Anarchy | 13 | A state of disorder due to absence or nonrecognition of authority. |
Popular 5-letter words for Wordle
For Wordle aficionados, here are some five-letter gems that start with A:
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Apple | A round fruit with sweet or tart flavor. |
| Angel | A spiritual being believed to act as a messenger of God. |
| Actor | A person whose profession is acting on the stage, in movies, or on television. |
| Alarm | A warning of danger. |
| Arrow | A weapon consisting of a thin, straight stick with a sharp point. |
Unusual and rare word examples
Uncommon words starting with A bring a special flair to language, often carrying unique meanings and histories.
Atrabilious
- Definition: Melancholic or ill-tempered.
- Interesting Fact: This word comes from the Latin "atra bilis," meaning "black bile," historically one of the four bodily humors.
- Example in a Sentence: "His atrabilious nature made him a difficult companion."
Agog
- Definition: Very eager or curious to hear or see something.
- Interesting Fact: "Agog" has its origins in Middle French "en gogues," meaning "in mirth."
- Example in a Sentence: "The children were agog with excitement as they waited for the show to begin."
Apoplectic
- Definition: Overcome with anger; extremely indignant.
- Interesting Fact: Derived from the Greek "apoplēktikos," meaning "struck down with a violent emotion."
- Example in a Sentence: "He was apoplectic at the news of the mishap."
Absquatulate
- Definition: To leave abruptly.
- Interesting Fact: This playful Americanism dates back to the early 19th century.
- Example in a Sentence: "They decided to absquatulate before anyone noticed their absence."
Abecedarian
- Definition: Relating to the alphabet; rudimentary.
- Interesting Fact: Comes from the Latin "abecedarius," from "a, b, c, d," the first four letters of the alphabet.
- Example in a Sentence: "Her abecedarian knowledge of cooking was charming yet limited."
Final words
Delving into the world of words starting with A reveals a trove of linguistic treasures, each contributing to the rich tapestry of our language. Whether you're a word game enthusiast, a lover of rare words, or simply curious, these A-words offer endless fascination and utility. So keep exploring, and let the adventure of words lead you to new discoveries!
