Words Starting With AB
Ready to dive into the world of words that kick off with "AB"? You're in for a treat! From charming "abodes" to adventurous "abysses," discover a vibrant collection that adds a sprinkle of zest to your vocabulary. Let's embark on this alphabetic adventure together and uncover some amazing "AB" words!
2 letter words
Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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ab | 4 | the eleventh month of the civil year; the fifth month of the ecclesiastical year in the Jewish calendar (in July and August) | - |
3 letter words
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abs | 5 | any of a class of composite plastics used to make car bodies and cases for computers and other appliances | - |
aba | 5 | a fabric woven from goat hair and camel hair | - |
abo | 5 | - | - |
abb | 7 | an urban hit squad and guerrilla group of the Communist Party in the Philippines; formed in the 1980s | - |
aby | 8 | make amends for | - |
4 letter words
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able | 6 | having a strong healthy body | an able seaman |
abba | 8 | - | - |
abed | 7 | - | - |
abut | 6 | lie adjacent to another or share a boundary | - |
ably | 9 | with competence; in a competent capable manner | - |
abet | 6 | assist or encourage, usually in some wrongdoing | - |
abbs | 8 | - | - |
abri | 6 | - | - |
abac | 8 | - | - |
abas | 6 | - | - |
abbe | 8 | a French abbot | - |
aber | 6 | - | - |
abid | 7 | - | - |
abos | 6 | - | - |
abye | 9 | make amends for | - |
abys | 9 | - | - |
5 letter words
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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 |
above | 10 | (in writing) at an earlier place | see above |
abuse | 7 | cruel or inhumane treatment | the child showed signs of physical abuse |
abort | 7 | cease development, die, and be aborted | an aborting fetus |
abyss | 10 | a bottomless gulf or pit; any unfathomable (or apparently unfathomable) cavity or chasm or void extending below (often used figuratively) | - |
abbey | 12 | a church associated with a monastery or convent | - |
abide | 8 | put up with something or somebody unpleasant | - |
abode | 8 | any address at which you dwell more than temporarily | - |
abbot | 9 | the superior of an abbey of monks | - |
aback | 13 | - | - |
abhor | 10 | find repugnant | She abhors cats |
abram | 9 | - | - |
abate | 7 | become less in amount or intensity | The storm abated |
abuzz | 25 | noisy like the sound of a bee | the room was abuzz over the latest scandal |
abase | 7 | cause to feel shame; hurt the pride of | - |
abele | 7 | a poplar that is widely cultivated in the United States; has white bark and leaves with whitish undersurfaces | - |
abler | 7 | - | - |
abaca | 9 | a kind of hemp obtained from the abaca plant in the Philippines | - |
abaci | 9 | - | - |
abacs | 9 | - | - |
abaft | 10 | at or near or toward the stern of a ship or tail of an airplane | ships with square sails sail fairly efficiently with the wind abaft |
abaka | 11 | - | - |
abamp | 11 | a unit of current equal to 10 amperes | - |
aband | 8 | - | - |
abash | 10 | cause to be embarrassed; cause to feel self-conscious | - |
abask | 11 | - | - |
abaya | 10 | (Arabic) a loose black robe from head to toe; traditionally worn by Muslim women | - |
abbas | 9 | - | - |
abbed | 10 | - | - |
abbes | 9 | - | - |
abcee | 9 | - | - |
abeam | 9 | - | - |
abear | 7 | - | - |
abers | 7 | - | - |
abets | 7 | - | - |
abies | 7 | true firs | - |
abled | 8 | - | - |
ables | 7 | - | - |
ablet | 7 | - | - |
ablow | 10 | - | - |
abmho | 12 | - | - |
abohm | 12 | a unit of resistance equal to a billionth of an ohm | - |
aboil | 7 | - | - |
aboma | 9 | - | - |
aboon | 7 | - | - |
abord | 8 | - | - |
abore | 7 | - | - |
abray | 10 | - | - |
abrim | 9 | - | - |
abrin | 7 | - | - |
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6 letter words
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abroad | 9 | far away from home or one's usual surroundings | - |
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 |
abused | 9 | subjected to cruel treatment | an abused wife |
absent | 8 | go away or leave | He absented himself |
absorb | 10 | consume all of one's attention or time | Her interest in butterflies absorbs her completely |
abrupt | 10 | marked by sudden changes in subject and sharp transitions | abrupt prose |
abduct | 11 | take away to an undisclosed location against their will and usually in order to extract a ransom | - |
ablaze | 17 | lighted up by or as by fire or flame | forests set ablaze (or afire) by lightning |
abound | 9 | be in a state of movement or action | The room abounded with screaming children |
abject | 17 | showing utter resignation or hopelessness | abject surrender |
abbess | 10 | the superior of a group of nuns | - |
abuser | 8 | someone who abuses | - |
abacus | 10 | a calculator that performs arithmetic functions by manually sliding counters on rods or in grooves | - |
abated | 9 | - | - |
abrade | 9 | rub hard or scrub | - |
abseil | 8 | descend by means of a rappel | You have to learn how to abseil when you want to do technical climbing |
abided | 10 | - | - |
abjure | 15 | formally reject or disavow a formerly held belief, usually under pressure | She abjured her beliefs |
ablest | 8 | - | - |
abacas | 10 | - | - |
abakas | 12 | - | - |
abamps | 12 | - | - |
abands | 9 | - | - |
abased | 9 | - | - |
abaser | 8 | - | - |
abases | 8 | - | - |
abasia | 8 | inability to walk | - |
abater | 8 | - | - |
abates | 8 | - | - |
abatis | 8 | a line of defense consisting of a barrier of felled or live trees with branches (sharpened or with barbed wire entwined) pointed toward the enemy | - |
abator | 8 | a person who abates a nuisance | - |
abattu | 8 | - | - |
abayas | 11 | - | - |
abbacy | 15 | the jurisdiction or office of an abbot | - |
abbeys | 13 | - | - |
abbots | 10 | - | - |
abcees | 10 | - | - |
abdabs | 11 | - | - |
abduce | 11 | advance evidence for | - |
abears | 8 | - | - |
abeigh | 12 | - | - |
abeles | 8 | - | - |
abelia | 8 | any of various deciduous or evergreen ornamental shrubs of the genus Abelia having opposite simple leaves and cymes of small white or pink or purplish flowers; Asia and Mexico | - |
abhors | 11 | - | - |
abider | 9 | - | - |
abides | 9 | - | - |
abitur | 8 | - | - |
ablate | 8 | remove an organ or bodily structure | - |
ablaut | 8 | a vowel whose quality or length is changed to indicate linguistic distinctions (such as sing sang sung song) | - |
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7 letter words
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ability | 12 | possession of the qualities (especially mental qualities) required to do something or get something done | - |
abandon | 10 | a feeling of extreme emotional intensity | - |
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 | - |
abusing | 10 | - | - |
abusive | 12 | expressing offensive reproach | - |
abdomen | 12 | the cavity containing the major viscera; in mammals it is separated from the thorax by the diaphragm | - |
abigail | 10 | - | - |
abalone | 9 | any of various large edible marine gastropods of the genus Haliotis having an ear-shaped shell with pearly interior | - |
abiding | 11 | lasting a long time | an abiding belief |
absolve | 12 | grant remission of a sin to | The priest absolved him and told him to say ten Hail Marys |
abolish | 12 | do away with | Slavery was abolished in the mid-19th century in America and in Russia |
abstain | 9 | choose not to consume | I abstain from alcohol |
abscess | 11 | symptom consisting of a localized collection of pus surrounded by inflamed tissue | - |
abysmal | 14 | resembling an abyss in depth; so deep as to be unmeasurable | - |
abreast | 9 | being up to particular standard or level especially in being up to date in knowledge | kept abreast of the latest developments |
abraxas | 16 | - | - |
abetted | 10 | - | - |
abetter | 9 | one who helps or encourages or incites another | - |
abscond | 12 | run away; usually includes taking something or somebody along | the accountant absconded with the cash from the safe |
abyssal | 12 | resembling an abyss in depth; so deep as to be unmeasurable | the abyssal depths of the ocean |
abashed | 13 | feeling or caused to feel ill at ease or self-conscious or ashamed | felt abashed at the extravagant praise |
abating | 10 | - | - |
abraded | 11 | - | - |
abridge | 11 | reduce in scope while retaining essential elements | - |
absinth | 12 | strong green liqueur flavored with wormwood and anise | - |
abactor | 11 | - | - |
abanded | 11 | - | - |
abasers | 9 | - | - |
abashes | 12 | - | - |
abasias | 9 | - | - |
abasing | 10 | - | - |
abaters | 9 | - | - |
abators | 9 | - | - |
abattis | 9 | a line of defense consisting of a barrier of felled or live trees with branches (sharpened or with barbed wire entwined) pointed toward the enemy | - |
abature | 9 | - | - |
abaxial | 16 | facing away from the axis of an organ or organism | the abaxial surface of a leaf is the underside or side facing away from the stem |
abaxile | 16 | - | - |
abbotcy | 16 | - | - |
abduced | 13 | - | - |
abduces | 12 | - | - |
abducts | 12 | - | - |
abelian | 9 | - | - |
abelias | 9 | - | - |
abettal | 9 | the verbal act of urging on | - |
abettor | 9 | one who helps or encourages or incites another | - |
abeyant | 12 | inactive but capable of becoming active | - |
abfarad | 13 | a capacitance unit equal to one billion farads | - |
abhenry | 15 | a unit of inductance equal to one billionth of a henry | - |
abidden | 11 | - | - |
abiders | 10 | - | - |
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8 letter words
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absolute | 10 | not capable of being violated or infringed | - |
abortion | 10 | failure of a plan | - |
abnormal | 12 | not normal; not typical or usual or regular or conforming to a norm | abnormal powers of concentration |
absorbed | 13 | giving or marked by complete attention to | - |
abstract | 12 | not representing or imitating external reality or the objects of nature | a large abstract painting |
abundant | 11 | present in great quantity | an abundant supply of water |
abruptly | 15 | quickly and without warning | - |
absinthe | 13 | aromatic herb of temperate Eurasia and North Africa having a bitter taste used in making the liqueur absinthe | - |
abetting | 11 | - | - |
absolved | 14 | freed from any question of guilt | is absolved from all blame |
abattoir | 10 | a building where animals are butchered | - |
abductor | 13 | a muscle that draws a body part away from the median line | - |
abrasive | 13 | causing abrasion | - |
absurdly | 14 | in an absurd manner or to an absurd degree | an absurdly rich young woman |
aberrant | 10 | markedly different from an accepted norm | aberrant behavior |
ablution | 10 | the ritual washing of a priest's hands or of sacred vessels | - |
absentee | 10 | one that is absent or not in residence | - |
abdicate | 13 | give up, such as power, as of monarchs and emperors, or duties and obligations | The King abdicated when he married a divorcee |
abrasion | 10 | erosion by friction | - |
abhorred | 14 | - | - |
abridged | 13 | (used of texts) shortened by condensing or rewriting | an abridged version |
ablation | 10 | surgical removal of a body part or tissue | - |
abeyance | 15 | temporary cessation or suspension | - |
abrogate | 11 | revoke formally | - |
absorber | 12 | (physics) material in a nuclear reactor that absorbs radiation | - |
abutment | 12 | a masonry support that touches and directly receives thrust or pressure of an arch or bridge | - |
abortive | 13 | failing to accomplish an intended result | an abortive revolt |
abactors | 12 | - | - |
abacuses | 12 | - | - |
abalones | 10 | - | - |
abampere | 14 | a unit of current equal to 10 amperes | - |
abanding | 12 | - | - |
abandons | 11 | - | - |
abapical | 14 | - | - |
abasedly | 14 | - | - |
abashing | 14 | - | - |
abatable | 12 | capable of being abated | - |
abatises | 10 | - | - |
abatures | 10 | - | - |
abbacies | 14 | - | - |
abbatial | 12 | of or having to do with or belonging to an abbey or abbot, or abbess | - |
abbesses | 12 | - | - |
abdicant | 13 | - | - |
abdomens | 13 | - | - |
abdomina | 13 | - | - |
abducens | 13 | a small motor nerve supplying the lateral rectus muscle of the eye | - |
abducent | 13 | especially of muscles; drawing away from the midline of the body or from an adjacent part | - |
abducing | 14 | - | - |
abducted | 14 | - | - |
abductee | 13 | - | - |
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9 letter words
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abandoned | 13 | forsaken by owner or inhabitants | weed-grown yard of an abandoned farmhouse |
abundance | 14 | the property of a more than adequate quantity or supply | an age of abundance |
abduction | 14 | (physiology) moving of a body part away from the central axis of the body | - |
abdominal | 14 | the muscles of the abdomen | - |
absorbing | 14 | capable of arousing and holding the attention | - |
absurdity | 15 | a message whose content is at variance with reason | - |
abhorrent | 14 | offensive to the mind | an abhorrent deed |
abolition | 11 | the act of abolishing a system or practice or institution (especially abolishing slavery) | the abolition of capital punishment |
aborigine | 12 | a member of the people living in Australia when Europeans arrived | - |
abducting | 15 | especially of muscles; drawing away from the midline of the body or from an adjacent part | - |
absorbent | 13 | a material having capacity or tendency to absorb another substance | - |
abdicated | 15 | - | - |
abstinent | 11 | self-restraining; not indulging an appetite especially for food or drink | not totally abstinent but abstemious |
abatement | 13 | an interruption in the intensity or amount of something | - |
abounding | 13 | existing in abundance | abounding confidence |
absolving | 15 | - | - |
abysmally | 19 | in a terrible manner | - |
abandoner | 12 | - | - |
abnormity | 16 | - | - |
abridging | 14 | - | - |
abscessed | 14 | infected and filled with pus | an abscessed tooth |
abactinal | 13 | (of radiate animals) located on the surface or end opposite to that on which the mouth is situated | - |
abamperes | 15 | - | - |
abandonee | 12 | - | - |
abasement | 13 | depriving one of self-esteem | - |
abashedly | 18 | - | - |
abashless | 14 | - | - |
abashment | 16 | feeling embarrassed due to modesty | - |
abattises | 11 | - | - |
abattoirs | 11 | - | - |
abbotcies | 15 | - | - |
abbotship | 18 | - | - |
abcoulomb | 17 | a unit of electrical charge equal to 10 coulombs | - |
abdicable | 16 | capable of being discarded or renounced or relinquished | abdicable responsibilites |
abdicants | 14 | - | - |
abdicates | 14 | - | - |
abdicator | 14 | one who formally relinquishes an office or responsibility | - |
abductees | 14 | - | - |
abductors | 14 | - | - |
abelmosks | 17 | - | - |
abernethy | 17 | - | - |
aberrance | 13 | a state or condition markedly different from the norm | - |
aberrancy | 16 | a state or condition markedly different from the norm | - |
aberrants | 11 | - | - |
aberrated | 12 | - | - |
aberrates | 11 | - | - |
abessives | 14 | - | - |
abetments | 13 | - | - |
abeyances | 16 | - | - |
abhenries | 14 | - | - |
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10 letter words
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absolutely | 15 | completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers | an absolutely magnificent painting |
abstinence | 14 | the trait of abstaining (especially from alcohol) | - |
abominable | 16 | unequivocally detestable | abominable treatment of prisoners |
absolution | 12 | the act of absolving or remitting; formal redemption as pronounced by a priest in the sacrament of penance | - |
aberration | 12 | an optical phenomenon resulting from the failure of a lens or mirror to produce a good image | - |
aboriginal | 13 | characteristic of or relating to people inhabiting a region from the beginning | the aboriginal peoples of Australia |
abnormally | 17 | in an abnormal manner | they were behaving abnormally |
absorption | 14 | (chemistry) a process in which one substance permeates another; a fluid permeates or is dissolved by a liquid or solid | - |
abundantly | 16 | in an abundant manner | they were abundantly supplied with food |
abstention | 12 | the trait of abstaining (especially from alcohol) | - |
abdication | 15 | the act of abdicating | - |
aboveboard | 18 | without concealment or deception; honest | their business was open and aboveboard |
abstracted | 15 | lost in thought; showing preoccupation | - |
abominably | 19 | in a terrible manner | - |
abstractly | 17 | in abstract terms | - |
abdicating | 16 | - | - |
absorbable | 16 | capable of being absorbed or taken in through the pores of a surface | - |
abnegation | 13 | renunciation of your own interests in favor of the interests of others | - |
abreaction | 14 | (psychoanalysis) purging of emotional tensions | - |
absolutism | 14 | the principle of complete and unrestricted power in government | - |
abacterial | 14 | - | - |
abandonees | 13 | - | - |
abandoners | 13 | - | - |
abandoning | 14 | - | - |
abasements | 14 | - | - |
abashments | 17 | - | - |
abatements | 14 | - | - |
abbotships | 19 | - | - |
abbreviate | 17 | reduce in scope while retaining essential elements | - |
abcoulombs | 18 | - | - |
abdicative | 18 | - | - |
abdicators | 15 | - | - |
abdominals | 15 | - | - |
abdominous | 15 | having a large belly | - |
abducentes | 15 | - | - |
abductions | 15 | - | - |
abductores | 15 | - | - |
aberdevine | 16 | - | - |
aberrances | 14 | - | - |
aberrantly | 15 | - | - |
aberrating | 13 | - | - |
abeyancies | 17 | - | - |
abhorrence | 17 | hate coupled with disgust | - |
abhorrency | 20 | - | - |
abhorrings | 16 | - | - |
abiogenist | 13 | a believer in abiogenesis | - |
abiotrophy | 20 | a loss of vitality and a degeneration of cells and tissues not due to any apparent injury | - |
abirritant | 12 | - | - |
abirritate | 12 | - | - |
abiturient | 12 | - | - |
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Imagine diving into a treasure chest of words where each gem begins with the enchanting combination "AB". These words don't just sparkle because of their meanings or uses; they have a unique charm thanks to the melodious way they roll off the tongue. From the commonplace to the quirky, words starting with AB can add zest to your vocabulary. Let's embark on a journey through some fascinating examples you'll soon be eager to use in conversation or even your next Scrabble match.
About words starting with AB
The letters AB at the start of a word often signal something intriguing. In English, "AB" can act as a prefix, suggesting notions of separation, movement away, or intensifying the meaning. For instance, "abnormal" hints at deviating from the norm, while "absorb" suggests taking in completely. This prefix can make words sound more formal or scientific, adding gravitas to our language.
Moreover, the pronunciation of these words often includes a short, punchy "a" sound followed by a resonant "b," making them fun to articulate. Words like "abstract" and "absolute" have a rhythm and flow that make them memorable. These combinations enrich our language, providing options that are both descriptive and precise.
Popular word examples
Here's a peek into some popular words that begin with AB. These examples showcase not just the versatility but also the fun behind these AB-words.
Abandon
- Definition: To leave something or someone behind.
- Example in a Sentence: She had to abandon her car in the flooded street.
- Fun Fact: The word originates from the Old French "abandoner," meaning to bring under control.
Abduct
- Definition: To take someone away illegally by force.
- Example in a Sentence: Aliens are often said to abduct humans in science fiction stories.
- Fun Fact: "Abduct" shares its root with "abduction," a term also used in anatomy to describe the movement of limbs away from the body’s midline.
Abolish
- Definition: To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
- Example in a Sentence: The movement aimed to abolish slavery.
- Fun Fact: The term comes from the Latin "abolere," which means to destroy or cause to die out.
Absurd
- Definition: Wildly unreasonable or illogical.
- Example in a Sentence: His excuse for being late was utterly absurd.
- Fun Fact: The "Theatre of the Absurd" is a post-World War II designation for particular plays of absurdist fiction.
Absolve
- Definition: To free someone from guilt, blame, or responsibility.
- Example in a Sentence: The priest absolved him of his sins.
- Fun Fact: "Absolve" comes from the Latin word "absolvere," meaning to set free or release.
Abstain
- Definition: To choose not to do or have something.
- Example in a Sentence: Many people abstain from voting in elections.
- Fun Fact: "Abstain" is often used in parliamentary procedures when members choose not to vote either in favor or against a proposal.
Abstract
- Definition: Existing in thought or as an idea but not having a physical or concrete existence.
- Example in a Sentence: The concept of love can be quite abstract.
- Fun Fact: Abstract art is a style that does not attempt to represent reality but seeks to achieve its effect using shapes, colors, and textures.
Abundant
- Definition: Existing or available in large quantities; plentiful.
- Example in a Sentence: The harvest was abundant this year.
- Fun Fact: The word is derived from the Latin "abundare," meaning to overflow or be plentiful.
Abnormal
- Definition: Deviating from what is normal or usual.
- Example in a Sentence: The abnormal weather patterns have caused concern among scientists.
- Fun Fact: "Abnormal" is often used in medical contexts to describe conditions that deviate from the typical state of health.
Abide
- Definition: To accept or act in accordance with a rule, decision, or recommendation.
- Example in a Sentence: You'll have to abide by the rules if you want to stay here.
- Fun Fact: The phrase "abide by" has Old English roots, stemming from the word "abīdan," meaning to wait for or remain.
High-scoring scrabble examples
For Scrabble enthusiasts, words starting with AB can give you the edge you need to dominate the game. Here are some high-scoring examples:
Word | Scrabble Points | Definition |
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Abjure | 15 | To solemnly renounce a belief, cause, or claim. |
Absolve | 12 | To free someone from guilt, blame, or responsibility. |
Abscond | 12 | To leave hurriedly and secretly. |
Absolve | 12 | To free someone from guilt, blame, or responsibility. |
Abolish | 12 | To formally put an end to a system or practice. |
Popular 5-letter words for Wordle
Wordle fans, rejoice! Here are some five-letter words starting with AB that can help you crack the daily puzzle.
Word | Definition |
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Abase | To humiliate or degrade. |
Abbey | A building or group of buildings where monks or nuns live. |
Abbot | The head of an abbey of monks. |
Abort | To terminate something prematurely. |
About | On the subject of; concerning. |
Unusual and rare word examples
Let’s dive into some of the rarer and more unusual words starting with AB that you might not come across every day.
Abecedarian
- Definition: Relating to the alphabet; a person who is learning the letters of the alphabet.
- Interesting Fact: The term is derived from the first four letters of the Latin alphabet (A, B, C, D).
- Example in a Sentence: His abecedarian efforts were evident in his childlike handwriting.
Abstruse
- Definition: Difficult to understand; obscure.
- Interesting Fact: The word comes from the Latin "abstrusus," meaning concealed or hidden.
- Example in a Sentence: The professor's lecture on quantum mechanics was highly abstruse.
Abulia
- Definition: An absence of willpower or an inability to act decisively.
- Interesting Fact: This term is often used in psychological contexts to describe a lack of motivation.
- Example in a Sentence: His abulia made it difficult for him to make even simple decisions.
Abjure
- Definition: To solemnly renounce a belief, cause, or claim.
- Interesting Fact: The word has legal connotations and is often used in formal declarations.
- Example in a Sentence: He was forced to abjure his allegiance to the former king.
Abnegation
- Definition: The act of renouncing or rejecting something.
- Interesting Fact: It is often associated with self-denial or self-sacrifice.
- Example in a Sentence: Her life of abnegation was admired by many but understood by few.
Final words
So there you have it—a delightful dive into the world of words starting with AB. Whether you're looking to spice up your vocabulary, impress in Scrabble, or conquer Wordle, these words offer a treasure trove of possibilities. Keep exploring, keep learning, and most importantly, keep having fun with the magical world of words.