6 letter words starting with a
Welcome to the world of six-letter wonders starting with A! Dive into an adventure where every word is a mini story, sparking imagination and curiosity. From amazing to ardent, these words are ready to amp up your vocabulary game. Let's explore and uncover some awesome linguistic treasures together!
| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| assure | 6 | cause to feel sure; give reassurance to | The airline tried to reassure the customers that the planes were safe |
| abroad | 9 | far away from home or one's usual surroundings | - |
| 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 |
| affect | 14 | have an effect upon | Will the new rules affect me? |
| absurd | 9 | a situation in which life seems irrational and meaningless | The absurd is the essential concept and the first truth |
| 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 | - |
| avenue | 9 | a wide street or thoroughfare | - |
| autumn | 8 | the season when the leaves fall from the trees | - |
| 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 |
| assist | 6 | work for or be a servant to | Is a salesperson assisting you? |
| annual | 6 | a reference book that is published regularly once every year | - |
| addict | 10 | someone who is so ardently devoted to something that it resembles an addiction | a golf addict |
| asylum | 11 | a shelter from danger or hardship | - |
| accuse | 10 | blame for, make a claim of wrongdoing or misbehavior against | - |
| amazed | 18 | filled with the emotional impact of overwhelming surprise or shock | an amazed audience gave the magician a standing ovation |
| adjust | 14 | adapt or conform oneself to new or different conditions | We must adjust to the bad economic situation |
| abused | 9 | subjected to cruel treatment | an abused wife |
| absent | 8 | go away or leave | He absented himself |
| alaska | 10 | a state in northwestern North America; the 49th state admitted to the union | - |
| aspect | 10 | the feelings expressed on a person's face | - |
| assets | 6 | anything of material value or usefulness that is owned by a person or company | - |
| apollo | 8 | (Greek mythology) Greek god of light; god of prophecy and poetry and music and healing; son of Zeus and Leto; twin brother of Artemis | - |
| avenge | 10 | take revenge for a perceived wrong | He wants to avenge the murder of his brother |
| allies | 6 | an alliance of nations joining together to fight a common enemy | - |
| anchor | 11 | a mechanical device that prevents a vessel from moving | - |
| amelia | 8 | congenital absence of an arm or leg | - |
| asthma | 11 | respiratory disorder characterized by wheezing; usually of allergic origin | - |
| amazon | 17 | a large strong and aggressive woman | - |
| ambush | 13 | hunt (quarry) by stalking and ambushing | - |
| adding | 9 | - | - |
| atomic | 10 | (weapons) deriving destructive energy from the release of atomic energy | atomic bombs |
| argued | 8 | - | - |
| alison | 6 | - | - |
| arrows | 9 | - | - |
| arctic | 10 | a waterproof overshoe that protects shoes from water or snow | - |
| artery | 9 | a blood vessel that carries blood from the heart to the body | - |
| angles | 7 | - | - |
| awaken | 13 | stop sleeping | - |
| adored | 8 | regarded with deep or rapturous love (especially as if for a god) | adored grandchildren |
| attach | 11 | take temporary possession of as a security, by legal authority | - |
| amused | 9 | pleasantly occupied | We are not amused |
| anthem | 11 | a song of praise (to God or to a saint or to a nation) | - |
| archer | 11 | a person who is expert in the use of a bow and arrow | - |
| aching | 12 | causing a dull and steady pain | my aching head |
| ashore | 9 | - | - |
| aurora | 6 | the first light of day | - |
| aerial | 6 | a pass to a receiver downfield from the passer | - |
| amulet | 8 | a trinket or piece of jewelry usually hung about the neck and thought to be a magical protection against evil or disease | - |
| absorb | 10 | consume all of one's attention or time | Her interest in butterflies absorbs her completely |
| allied | 7 | united in a confederacy or league | - |
| armour | 8 | tough more-or-less rigid protective covering of an animal or plant | - |
| astray | 9 | far from the intended target | a bullet went astray and killed a bystander |
| assess | 6 | set or determine the amount of (a payment such as a fine) | - |
| arcade | 9 | a structure composed of a series of arches supported by columns | - |
| attain | 6 | reach a point in time, or a certain state or level | - |
| ascend | 9 | travel up | We ascended the mountain |
| assign | 7 | decide as to where something belongs in a scheme | The biologist assigned the mushroom to the proper class |
| amends | 9 | a sum of money paid in compensation for loss or injury | - |
| accord | 11 | go together | - |
| apiece | 10 | to or from every one of two or more (considered individually) | - |
| amidst | 9 | - | - |
| attire | 6 | put on special clothes to appear particularly appealing and attractive | - |
| armpit | 10 | the hollow under the arm where it is joined to the shoulder | they were up to their armpits in water |
| almond | 9 | small bushy deciduous tree native to Asia and North Africa having pretty pink blossoms and highly prized edible nuts enclosed in a hard green hull; cultivated in southern Australia and California | - |
| amrita | 8 | - | - |
| afghan | 13 | tall graceful breed of hound with a long silky coat; native to the Near East | - |
| apache | 13 | any member of Athapaskan tribes that migrated to the southwestern desert (from Arizona to Texas and south into Mexico); fought a losing battle from 1861 to 1886 with the United States and were resettled in Oklahoma | - |
| ashram | 11 | a place of religious retreat modeled after the Indian ashram | - |
| aspire | 8 | have an ambitious plan or a lofty goal | - |
| abrupt | 10 | marked by sudden changes in subject and sharp transitions | abrupt prose |
| arouse | 6 | call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) | arouse pity |
| afloat | 9 | aimlessly drifting | - |
| alpine | 8 | living or growing above the timber line | alpine flowers |
| assert | 6 | state categorically | - |
| armory | 11 | a place where arms are manufactured | - |
| apathy | 14 | the trait of lacking enthusiasm for or interest in things generally | - |
| autism | 8 | (psychiatry) an abnormal absorption with the self; marked by communication disorders and short attention span and inability to treat others as people | - |
| angers | 7 | - | - |
| advert | 10 | make a more or less disguised reference to | - |
| adrift | 10 | aimlessly drifting | - |
| alight | 10 | lighted up by or as by fire or flame | candles alight on the tables |
| arches | 11 | - | - |
| ageing | 8 | acquiring desirable qualities by being left undisturbed for some time | - |
| amoeba | 10 | naked freshwater or marine or parasitic protozoa that form temporary pseudopods for feeding and locomotion | - |
| ascent | 8 | a movement upward | - |
| animus | 8 | a feeling of ill will arousing active hostility | - |
| astute | 6 | marked by practical hardheaded intelligence | an astute tenant always reads the small print in a lease |
| avatar | 9 | a new personification of a familiar idea | the very avatar of cunning |
| anemia | 8 | a deficiency of red blood cells | - |
| albeit | 8 | - | - |
| antics | 8 | - | - |
| adhere | 10 | stick to firmly | Will this wallpaper adhere to the wall? |
| ablaze | 17 | lighted up by or as by fire or flame | forests set ablaze (or afire) by lightning |
| abduct | 11 | take away to an undisclosed location against their will and usually in order to extract a ransom | - |
| albino | 8 | a person with congenital albinism: white hair and milky skin; eyes are usually pink | - |
| adonis | 7 | annual or perennial herbs | - |
| afresh | 12 | again but in a new or different way | start afresh |
| arming | 9 | the act of equiping with weapons in preparation for war | - |
| angola | 7 | a republic in southwestern Africa on the Atlantic Ocean; achieved independence from Portugal in 1975 and was the scene of civil war until 1990 | - |
| airing | 7 | the act of supplying fresh air and getting rid of foul air | - |
| advent | 10 | arrival that has been awaited (especially of something momentous) | the advent of the computer |
| azalea | 15 | any of numerous ornamental shrubs grown for their showy flowers of various colors | - |
| astral | 6 | being or relating to or resembling or emanating from stars | an astral body |
| aldrin | 7 | - | - |
| arisen | 6 | - | - |
| anklet | 10 | an ornament worn around the ankle | - |
| ardent | 7 | characterized by intense emotion | ardent love |
| affirm | 14 | to declare or affirm solemnly and formally as true | - |
| ailing | 7 | somewhat ill or prone to illness | my poor ailing grandmother |
| anuses | 6 | - | - |
| antler | 6 | deciduous horn of a member of the deer family | - |
| acidic | 11 | being sour to the taste | - |
| airway | 12 | the passages through which air enters and leaves the body | - |
| astern | 6 | at or near or toward the stern of a ship or tail of an airplane | the captain looked astern to see what the fuss was about |
| atrium | 8 | any chamber that is connected to other chambers or passageways (especially one of the two upper chambers of the heart) | - |
| anoint | 6 | administer an oil or ointment to; often in a religious ceremony of blessing | - |
| awoken | 13 | - | - |
| allure | 6 | dispose or incline or entice to | - |
| arroyo | 9 | a stream or brook | - |
| anemic | 10 | relating to anemia or suffering from anemia | - |
| abound | 9 | be in a state of movement or action | The room abounded with screaming children |
| angina | 7 | a heart condition marked by paroxysms of chest pain due to reduced oxygen to the heart | - |
| aflame | 11 | lighted up by or as by fire or flame | even the car's tires were aflame |
| acquit | 17 | pronounce not guilty of criminal charges | - |
| attest | 6 | provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes | His high fever attested to his illness |
| analog | 7 | something having the property of being analogous to something else | - |
| arcane | 8 | requiring secret or mysterious knowledge | the arcane science of dowsing |
| abject | 17 | showing utter resignation or hopelessness | abject surrender |
| alexia | 13 | inability to perceive written words | - |
| aright | 10 | in an accurate manner | - |
| annals | 6 | a chronological account of events in successive years | - |
| abbess | 10 | the superior of a group of nuns | - |
| abuser | 8 | someone who abuses | - |
| arrack | 12 | any of various strong liquors distilled from the fermented sap of toddy palms or from fermented molasses | - |
| artful | 9 | not straightforward or candid; giving a false appearance of frankness | - |
| arched | 12 | forming or resembling an arch | an arched ceiling |
| awning | 10 | a canopy made of canvas to shelter people or things from rain or sun | - |
| alcove | 11 | a small recess opening off a larger room | - |
| atoned | 7 | - | - |
| auteur | 6 | a filmmaker who has a personal style and keeps creative control over his or her works | - |
| acacia | 10 | any of various spiny trees or shrubs of the genus Acacia | - |
| anally | 9 | - | - |
| argent | 7 | of lustrous grey; covered with or tinged with the color of silver | - |
| assent | 6 | agreement with a statement or proposal to do something | he gave his assent eagerly |
| averse | 9 | (usually followed by `to') strongly opposed | averse to taking risks |
| amoral | 8 | - | - |
| angora | 7 | the capital of Turkey; located in west-central Turkey; it was formerly known as Angora and is the home of Angora goats | - |
| allyou | 9 | - | - |
| angled | 8 | forming or set at an angle | angled parking |
| airbus | 8 | a subsonic jet airliner operated over short distances | - |
| augury | 10 | an event that is experienced as indicating important things to come | he hoped it was an augury |
| addled | 9 | confused and vague; used especially of thinking | your addled little brain |
| abacus | 10 | a calculator that performs arithmetic functions by manually sliding counters on rods or in grooves | - |
| annexe | 13 | an addition that extends a main building | - |
| adagio | 8 | a slow section of a pas de deux requiring great skill and strength by the dancers | - |
| agnate | 7 | one related on the father's side | - |
| alkali | 10 | any of various water-soluble compounds capable of turning litmus blue and reacting with an acid to form a salt and water | - |
| armful | 11 | the quantity that can be contained in the arms | - |
| anorak | 10 | a kind of heavy jacket (`windcheater' is a British term) | - |
| aortic | 8 | of or relating to the aorta | - |
| arable | 8 | (of farmland) capable of being farmed productively | - |
| afield | 10 | far away from home or one's usual surroundings | looking afield for new lands to conquer |
| acuity | 11 | sharpness of vision; the visual ability to resolve fine detail (usually measured by a Snellen chart) | - |
| amarna | 8 | - | - |
| alpaca | 10 | domesticated llama with long silky fleece; believed to be a domesticated variety of the guanaco | - |
| airman | 8 | someone who operates an aircraft | - |
| allege | 7 | report or maintain | He alleged that he was the victim of a crime |
| arnica | 8 | an ointment used in treating bruises | - |
| apogee | 9 | a final climactic stage | - |
| andros | 7 | - | - |
| areola | 6 | small circular area such as that around the human nipple or an inflamed area around a pimple or insect bite | - |
| arcing | 9 | - | - |
| abated | 9 | - | - |
| allude | 7 | make a more or less disguised reference to | He alluded to the problem but did not mention it |
| ananas | 6 | a genus of tropical American plants have sword-shaped leaves and a fleshy compound fruits composed of the fruits of several flowers (such as pineapples) | - |
| angler | 7 | a fisherman who uses a hook and line | - |
| aliyah | 12 | (Judaism) immigration of Jews to Israel | students making aliyah |
| apeman | 10 | - | - |
| ardour | 7 | feelings of great warmth and intensity | - |
| avowed | 13 | openly declared as such | an avowed enemy |
| affray | 15 | a noisy fight | - |
| accede | 11 | yield to another's wish or opinion | - |
| ashman | 11 | - | - |
| assail | 6 | attack in speech or writing | - |
| atonal | 6 | characterized by avoidance of traditional western tonality | - |
| awaked | 14 | - | - |
| adverb | 12 | a word that modifies something other than a noun | - |
| adjoin | 14 | lie adjacent to another or share a boundary | Canada adjoins the U.S. |
| aghast | 10 | struck with fear, dread, or consternation | - |
| afters | 9 | a dish served as the last course of a meal | - |
| amadou | 9 | - | - |
| arrant | 6 | without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers | an arrant fool |
| arcana | 8 | - | - |
| aplomb | 12 | great coolness and composure under strain | - |
| attune | 6 | adjust or accustom to; bring into harmony with | - |
| avidly | 13 | in an avid manner | whatever the flavor or color of your local paper, do remember that these are read avidly for local information |
| acumen | 10 | shrewdness shown by keen insight | - |
| accrue | 10 | come into the possession of | The house accrued to the oldest son |
| aikido | 11 | a Japanese martial art employing principles similar to judo | - |
| ananda | 7 | - | - |
| arista | 6 | bristlelike process near the tip of the antenna of certain flies | - |
| anther | 9 | the part of the stamen that contains pollen; usually borne on a stalk | - |
| afeard | 10 | a pronunciation of afraid | - |
| abrade | 9 | rub hard or scrub | - |
| althea | 9 | any of various plants of the genus Althaea; similar to but having smaller flowers than genus Alcea | - |
| amytal | 11 | the sodium salt of amobarbital that is used as a barbiturate; used as a sedative and a hypnotic | - |
| aweigh | 13 | (of an anchor) just clear of the bottom | - |
| attent | 6 | - | - |
| ataxia | 13 | inability to coordinate voluntary muscle movements; unsteady movements and staggering gait | - |
| aviary | 12 | a building where birds are kept | - |
| abseil | 8 | descend by means of a rappel | You have to learn how to abseil when you want to do technical climbing |
| accost | 10 | approach with an offer of sexual favors | - |
| atrial | 6 | of or relating to a cavity or chamber in the body (especially one of the upper chambers of the heart) | - |
| attorn | 6 | acknowledge a new land owner as one's landlord | he was attorned by the tenants |
| avouch | 14 | admit openly and bluntly; make no bones about | - |
| adroit | 7 | quick or skillful or adept in action or thought | an exceptionally adroit pianist |
| aerate | 6 | expose to fresh air | aerate your old sneakers |
| abided | 10 | - | - |
| akimbo | 14 | (used of arms and legs) bent outward with the joint away from the body | a tailor sitting with legs akimbo |
| airgun | 7 | a gun that propels a projectile by compressed air | - |
| aslant | 6 | at an oblique angle | the sun shone aslant into his face |
| anting | 7 | - | - |
| anoxia | 13 | severe hypoxia; absence of oxygen in inspired gases or in arterial blood or in the tissues | - |
| aortal | 6 | of or relating to the aorta | - |
| anonym | 11 | a fictitious name used when the person performs a particular social role | - |
| arbour | 8 | a framework that supports climbing plants | - |
| append | 11 | state or say further | - |
| appall | 10 | strike with disgust or revulsion | - |
| aubade | 9 | - | - |
| assort | 6 | keep company with; hang out with | - |
| avowal | 12 | a statement asserting the existence or the truth of something | - |
| adorer | 7 | someone who admires a young woman | - |
| adjure | 14 | ask for or request earnestly | - |
| adieus | 7 | - | - |
| ageism | 9 | discrimination on the basis of a person's age | - |
| ablest | 8 | - | - |
| abjure | 15 | formally reject or disavow a formerly held belief, usually under pressure | She abjured her beliefs |
| alumna | 8 | a person who has received a degree from a school (high school or college or university) | - |
| ahchoo | 14 | - | - |
| albedo | 9 | the ratio of reflected to incident light | - |
| asuras | 6 | - | - |
| ashpan | 11 | - | - |
| ascons | 8 | - | - |
| arvees | 9 | - | - |
| aruhes | 9 | - | - |
| aruana | 6 | - | - |
| artsie | 6 | - | - |
| artigi | 7 | - | - |
| arikis | 10 | - | - |
| arears | 6 | - | - |
| antifa | 9 | - | - |
| anthro | 9 | - | - |
| asylee | 9 | - | - |
| audism | 9 | - | - |
| audist | 7 | - | - |
| ayayas | 12 | - | - |
| awatos | 9 | - | - |
| ansatz | 15 | - | - |
| anelli | 6 | - | - |
| agunot | 7 | - | - |
| agunah | 10 | - | - |
| agrins | 7 | - | - |
| agasts | 7 | - | - |
| afocal | 11 | - | - |
| adrate | 7 | - | - |
| adbots | 9 | - | - |
| acquis | 17 | - | - |
| achoos | 11 | - | - |
| achars | 11 | - | - |
| abitur | 8 | - | - |
| agyria | 10 | - | - |
| ahurus | 9 | - | - |
| aircon | 8 | - | - |
| anagen | 7 | - | - |
| amusic | 10 | - | - |
| amtrak | 12 | - | - |
| aminos | 8 | - | - |
| amauti | 8 | - | - |
| alvars | 9 | - | - |
| alulas | 6 | - | - |
| alliak | 10 | - | - |
| akebia | 12 | - | - |
| airvac | 11 | - | - |
| ariosi | 6 | - | - |
| armers | 8 | - | - |
| armets | 8 | - | - |
| armies | 8 | - | - |
| armils | 8 | - | - |
| armlet | 8 | a band worn around the arm for decoration | - |
| armors | 8 | - | - |
| armada | 9 | a large fleet | - |
| arling | 7 | - | - |
| arioso | 6 | (music) a short recitative that is melodic but is not an aria | - |
| arises | 6 | - | - |
| aristo | 6 | - | - |
| arking | 11 | - | - |
| arkite | 10 | - | - |
| arkose | 10 | - | - |
| aroynt | 9 | - | - |
| arpens | 8 | - | - |
| arpent | 8 | a former French unit of area; equal approximately to an acre | - |
| arrays | 9 | - | - |
| arrear | 6 | - | - |
| aromas | 8 | - | - |
| armure | 8 | - | - |
| arnuts | 6 | - | - |
| arobas | 8 | - | - |
| arohas | 9 | - | - |
| aroids | 7 | - | - |
| aroint | 6 | - | - |
| arolla | 6 | - | - |
| arrect | 8 | - | - |
| ariose | 6 | having a melody (as distinguished from recitative) | - |
| areach | 11 | - | - |
| argala | 7 | - | - |
| argali | 7 | wild sheep of semidesert regions in central Asia | - |
| argals | 7 | - | - |
| argand | 8 | - | - |
| argans | 7 | - | - |
| arghan | 10 | - | - |
| argils | 7 | - | - |
| aretts | 6 | - | - |
| aretes | 6 | - | - |
| areads | 7 | - | - |
| arecas | 8 | - | - |
| aredes | 7 | - | - |
| arenas | 6 | - | - |
| arenes | 6 | - | - |
| areole | 6 | - | - |
| arepas | 8 | - | - |
| argled | 8 | - | - |
| argles | 7 | - | - |
| argols | 7 | - | - |
| argyll | 10 | a design consisting of a pattern of varicolored diamonds on a solid background (originally for knitted articles); patterned after the tartan of a clan in western Scotland | - |
| arhats | 9 | - | - |
| ariary | 9 | - | - |
| arider | 7 | - | - |
| aridly | 10 | - | - |
| ariels | 6 | - | - |
| ariled | 7 | (of some seeds) having a fleshy and usually brightly colored cover | - |
| argyle | 10 | a design consisting of a pattern of varicolored diamonds on a solid background (originally for knitted articles); patterned after the tartan of a clan in western Scotland | - |
| argute | 7 | - | - |
| argons | 7 | - | - |
| argosy | 10 | one or more large merchant ships | - |
| argots | 7 | - | - |
| arguer | 7 | someone who engages in debate | - |
| argues | 7 | - | - |
| argufy | 13 | have a disagreement over something | - |
| arguli | 7 | - | - |
| arilli | 6 | - | - |
| ashlar | 9 | a rectangular block of hewn stone used for building purposes | - |
| askers | 10 | - | - |
| aslake | 10 | - | - |
| aslope | 8 | having an oblique or slanted direction | - |
| aslosh | 9 | - | - |
| asmear | 8 | - | - |
| askari | 10 | - | - |
| askant | 10 | (used especially of glances) directed to one side with or as if with doubt or suspicion or envy | - |
| ashler | 9 | - | - |
| ashmen | 11 | - | - |
| ashraf | 12 | - | - |
| asiago | 7 | - | - |
| asides | 7 | - | - |
| aspens | 8 | - | - |
| aspers | 8 | - | - |
| assais | 6 | - | - |
| assams | 8 | - | - |
| assart | 6 | - | - |
| assays | 9 | - | - |
| asrama | 8 | - | - |
| asquat | 15 | - | - |
| aspick | 14 | - | - |
| aspics | 10 | - | - |
| aspine | 8 | - | - |
| aspish | 11 | - | - |
| asport | 8 | - | - |
| aspout | 8 | - | - |
| aspros | 8 | - | - |
| ashkey | 16 | - | - |
| arshin | 9 | - | - |
| arsier | 6 | - | - |
| arsine | 6 | a poisonous colorless flammable gas used in organic synthesis and to dope transistors and as a poison gas in warfare | - |
| arsing | 7 | - | - |
| arsino | 6 | - | - |
| arsons | 6 | - | - |
| artels | 6 | - | - |
| arseno | 6 | - | - |
| arrets | 6 | - | - |
| arriba | 8 | - | - |
| arride | 7 | - | - |
| arrish | 9 | - | - |
| arroba | 8 | a liquid measure (with different values) used in some Spanish speaking countries | - |
| arrowy | 12 | - | - |
| artics | 8 | - | - |
| artier | 6 | - | - |
| aseity | 9 | - | - |
| ashake | 13 | - | - |
| ashame | 11 | - | - |
| ashcan | 11 | a bin that holds rubbish until it is collected | - |
| ashery | 12 | - | - |
| ashets | 9 | - | - |
| ashier | 9 | - | - |
| ashine | 9 | - | - |
| asdics | 9 | - | - |
| ascots | 8 | - | - |
| arties | 6 | - | - |
| artily | 9 | - | - |
| asanas | 6 | - | - |
| asarum | 8 | wild ginger | - |
| ascian | 8 | - | - |
| ashing | 10 | - | - |
| ardris | 7 | - | - |
| antiar | 6 | - | - |
| antick | 12 | - | - |
| antlia | 6 | a faint constellation in the southern hemisphere near Hydra and Vela | - |
| antral | 6 | - | - |
| antres | 6 | - | - |
| anough | 10 | - | - |
| anoxic | 15 | relating to or marked by a severe deficiency of oxygen in tissues or organs | - |
| ansate | 6 | - | - |
| antara | 6 | - | - |
| antars | 6 | - | - |
| anteed | 7 | - | - |
| antrum | 8 | a natural cavity or hollow in a bone | - |
| anural | 6 | - | - |
| anuran | 6 | any of various tailless stout-bodied amphibians with long hind limbs for leaping; semiaquatic and terrestrial species | - |
| aortas | 6 | - | - |
| aoudad | 8 | wild sheep of northern Africa | - |
| apedom | 11 | - | - |
| aortae | 6 | - | - |
| aorist | 6 | a verb tense in some languages (classical Greek and Sanskrit) expressing action (especially past action) without indicating its completion or continuation | - |
| anuria | 6 | inability to urinate | - |
| anuric | 8 | of or relating to an inability to urinate | - |
| anvils | 9 | - | - |
| anyons | 9 | - | - |
| apemen | 10 | - | - |
| anopia | 8 | sightlessness (especially because of a structural defect in or the absence of an eye) | - |
| anglos | 7 | - | - |
| animes | 8 | - | - |
| animis | 8 | - | - |
| anions | 6 | - | - |
| anises | 6 | - | - |
| anisic | 8 | - | - |
| ankers | 10 | - | - |
| ankled | 11 | - | - |
| animas | 8 | - | - |
| angsts | 7 | - | - |
| angsty | 10 | - | - |
| anicca | 10 | - | - |
| anicut | 8 | - | - |
| anight | 10 | - | - |
| anilin | 6 | - | - |
| ankles | 10 | - | - |
| ankush | 13 | - | - |
| annuls | 6 | - | - |
| anodal | 7 | of or at or relating to an anode | - |
| anodes | 7 | - | - |
| anodic | 9 | of or at or relating to an anode | - |
| anoles | 6 | - | - |
Welcome to the delightful world of six-letter words starting with the letter A, where language takes on a playful twist and pronunciation becomes an art form. These words not only add color to our vocabulary but often carry fascinating histories and meanings that are just as intriguing as their sounds. Whether it's the soft allure of "almond" or the robust ring of "anthem," these words have a special place in our linguistic landscape. Hold onto your hats as we embark on a journey through the exciting realm of six-letter words beginning with A, filled with captivating examples that will keep you on the edge of your seat!
About six-letter words starting with A
The letter A is one of the most frequently used letters in the English language, and its presence in six-letter words is both prominent and impactful. As the first letter of the alphabet, A often sets the tone for the words it begins. In many cases, it carries a sense of authority and prominence, such as in "anchor" or "access." The blend of vowels and consonants following A can significantly alter pronunciation, creating words that can be as smooth as "almond" or as staccato as "attend."
Positioned at the very start, the letter A often dictates the flow and intonation of a word. In English, certain prefixes like "anti-" and "auto-" contribute to forming new words with distinct meanings, expanding the versatility of six-letter words starting with A. For instance, "absorb" pulls us into its meaning with its initial vowel sound, while "archer" conjures images of medieval heroes without missing a beat. Each of these words offers a glimpse into how versatile and vital the letter A can be.
Popular word examples
Let’s dive into some popular six-letter words starting with A, showcasing their definitions, usage, and some fun tidbits about each.
Almond
- Definition: An edible seed from the almond tree, often referred to as a nut.
- Example in a Sentence: She sprinkled slivers of almond over her morning oatmeal for added crunch.
- Fun Fact: Almonds are technically seeds, not nuts, and they are closely related to peaches.
Anchor
- Definition: A heavy object used to moor a vessel to the sea bottom.
- Example in a Sentence: The ship dropped its anchor near the island to prevent drifting.
- Fun Fact: The anchor has been a symbol of hope since ancient times, often used in heraldry.
Artist
- Definition: A person who creates art, especially paintings or drawings.
- Example in a Sentence: The artist displayed her latest collection at the downtown gallery.
- Fun Fact: The term "artist" was once used to describe anyone skilled in the arts of both painting and sculpture.
Action
- Definition: The process of doing something to achieve a goal.
- Example in a Sentence: The action sequence in the movie was breathtakingly intense.
- Fun Fact: "Action!" is famously yelled by directors to start filming a scene in movies.
Anthem
- Definition: A rousing or uplifting song identified with a particular group or cause.
- Example in a Sentence: The national anthem played as everyone stood and saluted the flag.
- Fun Fact: The word "anthem" originally meant a composition sung antiphonally, or in response.
High-scoring Scrabble examples
For Scrabble enthusiasts, here are some high-scoring six-letter words starting with A that can give you the winning edge.
| Word | Scrabble Points | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| Amazed | 18 | Greatly surprised or astonished. |
| Ambush | 13 | A surprise attack by people lying in wait. |
| Afflux | 19 | A flowing towards something. |
| Abject | 17 | Extremely bad, unpleasant, and degrading. |
| Attach | 11 | To fasten, join, or connect something. |
Popular 5-letter words for Wordle
Attention Wordle fans! Here are some popular five-letter words starting with A that could help you solve your daily puzzles with ease.
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Apple | A round fruit with red or green skin and crisp flesh. |
| Angle | The space between two intersecting lines or surfaces. |
| Alien | A being from another world; extraterrestrial. |
| Agent | A person who acts on behalf of another. |
| Arrow | A weapon consisting of a thin shaft with a pointed tip. |
Unusual and rare word examples
Explore some of the more unusual and rare six-letter words starting with A, each with its own unique character and charm.
Anorak
- Definition: A type of heavy jacket with a hood, often waterproof.
- Interesting Fact: The word "anorak" comes from the Greenlandic word "anoraq."
- Example in a Sentence: She zipped up her anorak before heading out into the pouring rain.
Augury
- Definition: A sign or omen of what will happen in the future.
- Interesting Fact: Augury was an ancient Roman practice of interpreting omens based on the behavior of birds.
- Example in a Sentence: The sudden change in weather was seen as an augury of the coming storm.
Anemia
- Definition: A condition characterized by a deficiency of red blood cells or hemoglobin.
- Interesting Fact: The word "anemia" is derived from the Greek "an" (without) and "haima" (blood).
- Example in a Sentence: Her constant fatigue was eventually diagnosed as anemia.
Arbour
- Definition: A shady garden alcove with sides and a roof formed by trees or climbing plants.
- Interesting Fact: The word "arbour" has Old French origins and was used to describe a covered passageway.
- Example in a Sentence: They set up a small table under the arbour for afternoon tea.
Attune
- Definition: To bring into harmony; to adjust.
- Interesting Fact: The concept of attunement is often used in psychology to describe emotional connection.
- Example in a Sentence: It took him a while to attune himself to the new environment.
Final words
In the vibrant tapestry of the English language, six-letter words starting with A hold a special allure. They are versatile, intriguing, and packed with character, making them essential tools for communication, creativity, and even competition. Whether you're playing a word game or simply exploring new vocabulary, these words offer endless possibilities for expression.
