Words Starting With AP
Welcome, word explorers! Dive into the world of words that start with "AP." From appetizing adventures to aplomb anecdotes, these words are packed with potential and promise. They might amplify your vocabulary or add a dash of amusement to your day. Let's jump in and discover some amazing AP words together!
3 letter words
| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| ape | 5 | someone who copies the words or behavior of another | - |
| apt | 5 | being of striking appropriateness and pertinence | an apt reply |
| apo | 5 | - | - |
| app | 7 | - | - |
4 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| apex | 13 | the point on the celestial sphere toward which the sun and solar system appear to be moving relative to the fixed stars | - |
| apse | 6 | a domed or vaulted recess or projection on a building especially the east end of a church; usually contains the altar | - |
| aper | 6 | someone who copies the words or behavior of another | - |
| apay | 9 | - | - |
| aped | 7 | - | - |
| apes | 6 | - | - |
| apod | 7 | - | - |
| apos | 6 | - | - |
| apps | 8 | - | - |
| apso | 6 | - | - |
| apts | 6 | - | - |
5 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| apart | 7 | placed or kept separate and distinct as for a purpose | had a feeling of being set apart |
| apple | 9 | native Eurasian tree widely cultivated in many varieties for its firm rounded edible fruits | - |
| apply | 12 | be pertinent or relevant or applicable | The same laws apply to you! |
| apron | 7 | the part of a modern theater stage between the curtain and the orchestra (i.e., in front of the curtain) | - |
| apnea | 7 | transient cessation of respiration | - |
| aptly | 10 | with competence; in a competent capable manner | - |
| appro | 9 | an informal British abbreviation of approval | he accepted it on appro |
| apace | 9 | with speed | - |
| aping | 8 | - | - |
| aport | 7 | - | - |
| appal | 9 | strike with disgust or revulsion | - |
| appel | 9 | - | - |
| aphid | 11 | any of various small plant-sucking insects | - |
| apish | 10 | being or given to servile imitation | - |
| apage | 8 | - | - |
| apaid | 8 | - | - |
| apayd | 11 | - | - |
| apays | 10 | - | - |
| apeak | 11 | - | - |
| apeek | 11 | - | - |
| apers | 7 | - | - |
| apert | 7 | - | - |
| apery | 10 | the act of mimicking; imitative behavior | - |
| apgar | 8 | - | - |
| aphis | 10 | type genus of the Aphididae: injurious to fruit trees and vegetables | - |
| apian | 7 | relating to or having the characteristics of bees | - |
| apiol | 7 | - | - |
| apism | 9 | - | - |
| apode | 8 | - | - |
| apods | 8 | - | - |
| apoop | 9 | - | - |
| appay | 12 | - | - |
| appui | 9 | - | - |
| appuy | 12 | - | - |
| apres | 7 | - | - |
| apses | 7 | - | - |
| apsis | 7 | a domed or vaulted recess or projection on a building especially the east end of a church; usually contains the altar | - |
| apsos | 7 | - | - |
| apted | 8 | - | - |
| apter | 7 | - | - |
6 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| appear | 10 | give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect | This appears to be a very difficult problem |
| appeal | 10 | attractiveness that interests or pleases or stimulates | his smile was part of his appeal to her |
| apples | 10 | - | - |
| 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 | - |
| apiece | 10 | to or from every one of two or more (considered individually) | - |
| 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 | - |
| apathy | 14 | the trait of lacking enthusiasm for or interest in things generally | - |
| apogee | 9 | a final climactic stage | - |
| apeman | 10 | - | - |
| aplomb | 12 | great coolness and composure under strain | - |
| appall | 10 | strike with disgust or revulsion | - |
| append | 11 | state or say further | - |
| apedom | 11 | - | - |
| apemen | 10 | - | - |
| apepsy | 13 | - | - |
| apercu | 10 | a short synopsis | - |
| apexes | 15 | - | - |
| aphids | 12 | - | - |
| aphony | 14 | - | - |
| aphtha | 14 | - | - |
| apiary | 11 | a shed containing a number of beehives | - |
| apical | 10 | situated at an apex | - |
| apices | 10 | - | - |
| apiols | 8 | - | - |
| apisms | 10 | - | - |
| aplite | 8 | light-colored and fine-grained granitic rock consisting chiefly of quartz and feldspars | - |
| apneal | 8 | - | - |
| apneas | 8 | - | - |
| apneic | 10 | of or relating to apnea | - |
| apnoea | 8 | - | - |
| apodal | 9 | (of snakes and eels) naturally footless | eels are apodal |
| apodes | 9 | - | - |
| apolog | 9 | - | - |
| aporia | 8 | - | - |
| apozem | 19 | - | - |
| appaid | 11 | - | - |
| appair | 10 | - | - |
| appals | 10 | - | - |
| appayd | 14 | - | - |
| appays | 13 | - | - |
| appels | 10 | - | - |
| applet | 10 | a Java application; an application program that uses the client's web browser to provide a user interface | - |
| appley | 13 | - | - |
| apport | 10 | - | - |
| appose | 10 | place side by side or in close proximity | - |
| appros | 10 | - | - |
| appuis | 10 | - | - |
| appuys | 13 | - | - |
| aprons | 8 | - | - |
| aptest | 8 | - | - |
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7 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| apology | 13 | a formal written defense of something you believe in strongly | - |
| applied | 12 | concerned with concrete problems or data rather than with fundamental principles | applied physics |
| approve | 14 | give sanction to | I approve of his educational policies |
| applaud | 12 | clap one's hands or shout after performances to indicate approval | - |
| appoint | 11 | create and charge with a task or function | - |
| apostle | 9 | any important early teacher of Christianity or a Christian missionary to a people | - |
| appease | 11 | make peace with | - |
| apricot | 11 | a shade of pink tinged with yellow | - |
| apparel | 11 | clothing in general | she was refined in her choice of apparel |
| apposed | 12 | - | - |
| apropos | 11 | introducing a different topic | - |
| aphasia | 12 | inability to use or understand language (spoken or written) because of a brain lesion | - |
| apaches | 14 | - | - |
| aplenty | 12 | - | - |
| apelike | 13 | resembling apes | - |
| apprise | 11 | inform (somebody) of something | - |
| aphasic | 14 | someone affected by aphasia or inability to use or understand language | - |
| apsaras | 9 | - | - |
| apadana | 10 | the great hall in ancient Persian palaces | - |
| apagoge | 11 | - | - |
| apanage | 10 | any customary and rightful perquisite appropriate to your station in life | - |
| aparejo | 16 | - | - |
| apatite | 9 | a common complex mineral consisting of calcium fluoride phosphate or calcium chloride phosphate; a source of phosphorus | - |
| apaying | 13 | - | - |
| apedoms | 12 | - | - |
| apehood | 13 | - | - |
| apepsia | 11 | - | - |
| apercus | 11 | - | - |
| aperies | 9 | - | - |
| apeshit | 12 | - | - |
| apetaly | 12 | - | - |
| aphagia | 13 | loss of the ability to swallow | - |
| aphakia | 16 | absence of the natural lens of the eye (usually resulting from the removal of cataracts) | - |
| aphelia | 12 | - | - |
| apheses | 12 | - | - |
| aphesis | 12 | the gradual disappearance of an initial (usually unstressed) vowel or syllable as in `squire' for `esquire' | - |
| aphetic | 14 | produced by aphesis | - |
| aphides | 13 | - | - |
| aphonia | 12 | a disorder of the vocal organs that results in the loss of voice | - |
| aphonic | 14 | being without sound through injury or illness and thus incapable of all but whispered speech | - |
| aphotic | 14 | lacking light; especially not reached by sunlight | the aphotic depths of the sea where no photosynthesis occurs |
| aphthae | 15 | - | - |
| aphylly | 18 | - | - |
| apicals | 11 | - | - |
| apician | 11 | - | - |
| apiculi | 11 | - | - |
| apiezon | 18 | - | - |
| apishly | 15 | - | - |
| aplanat | 9 | - | - |
| aplasia | 9 | failure of some tissue or organ to develop | - |
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8 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| applause | 12 | a demonstration of approval by clapping the hands together | - |
| approach | 17 | the act of drawing spatially closer to something | the hunter's approach scattered the geese |
| appetite | 12 | a feeling of craving something | an appetite for life |
| 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 |
| apparent | 12 | clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment | the effects of the drought are apparent to anyone who sees the parched fields |
| applying | 16 | - | - |
| appendix | 20 | a vestigial process that extends from the lower end of the cecum and that resembles a small pouch | - |
| appalled | 13 | struck with fear, dread, or consternation | - |
| aptitude | 11 | inherent ability | - |
| aperitif | 13 | alcoholic beverage taken before a meal as an appetizer | - |
| apprised | 13 | - | - |
| aperture | 10 | a device that controls amount of light admitted | - |
| appeased | 13 | - | - |
| appraise | 12 | consider in a comprehensive way | He appraised the situation carefully before acting |
| apoplexy | 22 | a sudden loss of consciousness resulting when the rupture or occlusion of a blood vessel leads to oxygen lack in the brain | - |
| apostate | 10 | a disloyal person who betrays or deserts his cause or religion or political party or friend etc. | - |
| approver | 15 | an authority with power to approve | - |
| aphorism | 15 | a short pithy instructive saying | - |
| apostasy | 13 | the act of abandoning a party for cause | - |
| appeaser | 12 | someone who tries to bring peace by acceding to demands | An appeaser is one who feeds a crocodile--hoping it will eat him last |
| apposite | 12 | being of striking appropriateness and pertinence | the successful copywriter is a master of apposite and evocative verbal images |
| apadanas | 11 | - | - |
| apagoges | 12 | - | - |
| apagogic | 14 | - | - |
| apanaged | 12 | - | - |
| apanages | 11 | - | - |
| aparejos | 17 | - | - |
| apatetic | 12 | - | - |
| apathies | 13 | - | - |
| apatites | 10 | - | - |
| apehoods | 14 | - | - |
| apepsias | 12 | - | - |
| apepsies | 12 | - | - |
| aperient | 10 | a purging medicine; stimulates evacuation of the bowels | - |
| aphagias | 14 | - | - |
| aphakias | 17 | - | - |
| aphanite | 13 | fine-grained homogeneous rock (such as basalt) containing minerals undetectable by the naked eye | - |
| aphasiac | 15 | - | - |
| aphasias | 13 | - | - |
| aphasics | 15 | - | - |
| aphelian | 13 | - | - |
| aphelion | 13 | apoapsis in solar orbit; the point in the orbit of a planet or comet that is at the greatest distance from the sun | - |
| aphetise | 13 | - | - |
| aphetize | 22 | - | - |
| aphicide | 16 | - | - |
| aphidian | 14 | - | - |
| apholate | 13 | - | - |
| aphonias | 13 | - | - |
| aphonics | 15 | - | - |
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9 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| apartment | 13 | a suite of rooms usually on one floor of an apartment house | - |
| apologize | 21 | acknowledge faults or shortcomings or failing | I apologized for being late |
| apologise | 12 | acknowledge faults or shortcomings or failing | - |
| appointed | 14 | fixed or established especially by order or command | at the time appointed (or the appointed time) |
| appearing | 14 | formal attendance (in court or at a hearing) of a party in an action | - |
| appealing | 14 | (of characters in literature or drama) evoking empathic or sympathetic feelings | - |
| appalling | 14 | causing consternation | appalling conditions |
| apparatus | 13 | equipment designed to serve a specific function | - |
| aphrodite | 15 | goddess of love and beauty and daughter of Zeus in ancient mythology; identified with Roman Venus | - |
| appetizer | 22 | food or drink to stimulate the appetite (usually served before a meal or as the first course) | - |
| apprehend | 17 | take into custody | - |
| applicant | 15 | a person who requests or seeks something such as assistance or employment or admission | - |
| appliance | 15 | a device or control that is very useful for a particular job | - |
| apartheid | 15 | a social policy or racial segregation involving political and economic and legal discrimination against people who are not Whites; the former official policy in South Africa | - |
| appraised | 14 | - | - |
| apathetic | 16 | marked by a lack of interest | an apathetic audience |
| appraisal | 13 | a document appraising the value of something (as for insurance or taxation) | - |
| appendage | 15 | a natural prolongation or projection from a part of an organism either animal or plant | - |
| appellant | 13 | of or relating to or taking account of appeals (usually legal appeals) | - |
| approving | 17 | the formal act of approving | - |
| apostolic | 13 | proceeding from or ordered by or subject to a pope or the papacy regarded as the successor of the Apostles | - |
| appellate | 13 | of or relating to or taking account of appeals (usually legal appeals) | appellate court |
| appeasing | 14 | intended to pacify by acceding to demands or granting concessions | the appeasing concessions to the Nazis at Munich |
| appetiser | 13 | food or drink to stimulate the appetite (usually served before a meal or as the first course) | - |
| applecart | 15 | a handcart from which apples and other fruit are sold in the street | - |
| appointee | 13 | a person who is appointed to a job or position | - |
| apocrypha | 21 | 14 books of the Old Testament included in the Vulgate (except for II Esdras) but omitted in Jewish and Protestant versions of the Bible; eastern Christian churches (except the Coptic Church) accept all these books as canonical; the Russian Orthodox Church accepts these texts as divinely inspired but does not grant them the same status | - |
| apologist | 12 | a person who argues to defend or justify some policy or institution | an apologist for capital punishment |
| appraiser | 13 | one who estimates officially the worth or value or quality of things | - |
| appaloosa | 13 | a hardy breed of saddle horse developed in western North America and characteristically having a spotted rump | - |
| applejack | 26 | distilled from hard cider | - |
| apportion | 13 | give out as one's portion or share | - |
| apprising | 14 | - | - |
| apartness | 11 | - | - |
| apathaton | 14 | - | - |
| apatosaur | 11 | huge quadrupedal herbivorous dinosaur common in North America in the late Jurassic | - |
| aperients | 11 | - | - |
| aperiodic | 14 | not recurring at regular intervals | - |
| aperitifs | 14 | - | - |
| aperitive | 14 | - | - |
| apertness | 11 | - | - |
| apertural | 11 | - | - |
| apertured | 12 | - | - |
| apertures | 11 | - | - |
| apetalies | 11 | - | - |
| apetalous | 11 | (of flowers) having no petals | - |
| aphanites | 14 | - | - |
| aphanitic | 16 | of or relating to aphanite | - |
| aphasiacs | 16 | - | - |
| aphelions | 14 | - | - |
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10 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| appearance | 16 | pretending that something is the case in order to make a good impression | they try to keep up appearances |
| apprentice | 16 | works for an expert to learn a trade | - |
| apologized | 23 | - | - |
| 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 | - |
| apparition | 14 | something existing in perception only | a ghostly apparition at midnight |
| applicable | 18 | capable of being applied; having relevance | gave applicable examples to support her argument |
| apologised | 14 | - | - |
| apostrophe | 17 | address to an absent or imaginary person | - |
| apologetic | 15 | offering or expressing apology | an apologetic note |
| appetizing | 24 | appealing to or stimulating the appetite especially in appearance or aroma | - |
| apolitical | 14 | politically neutral | - |
| applesauce | 16 | nonsensical talk or writing | - |
| apothecary | 20 | a health professional trained in the art of preparing and dispensing drugs | - |
| appositive | 17 | relating to or being in apposition | an appositive noun |
| apocryphal | 22 | being of questionable authenticity | - |
| appetising | 15 | appealing to or stimulating the appetite especially in appearance or aroma | - |
| apoplectic | 18 | pertaining to or characteristic of apoplexy | apoplectic seizure |
| apotheosis | 15 | the elevation of a person (as to the status of a god) | - |
| applicator | 16 | a device for applying a substance | - |
| aphrodisia | 16 | a desire for heterosexual intimacy | - |
| apagogical | 16 | - | - |
| apartheids | 16 | - | - |
| aparthotel | 15 | - | - |
| apartments | 14 | - | - |
| apathatons | 15 | - | - |
| apatosaurs | 12 | - | - |
| aperitives | 15 | - | - |
| aphaereses | 15 | - | - |
| aphaeresis | 15 | (linguistics) omission at the beginning of a word as in `coon' for `raccoon' or `till' for `until' | - |
| aphaeretic | 17 | relating to or formed by or consisting of aphaeresis | - |
| aphelandra | 16 | - | - |
| aphetising | 16 | - | - |
| aphetizing | 25 | - | - |
| aphidicide | 19 | - | - |
| aphorisers | 15 | - | - |
| aphorising | 16 | - | - |
| aphoristic | 17 | containing aphorisms or maxims | - |
| aphorizers | 24 | - | - |
| aphorizing | 25 | - | - |
| aphrodites | 16 | - | - |
| apiculture | 14 | the cultivation of bees on a commercial scale for the production of honey | - |
| apiologies | 13 | - | - |
| apitherapy | 20 | - | - |
| aplacental | 14 | having no placenta | monotremes and marsupials are aplacental mammals |
| aplanatism | 14 | - | - |
| apoapsides | 15 | - | - |
| apocarpies | 16 | - | - |
| apocarpous | 16 | (of ovaries of flowering plants) consisting of carpels that are free from one another as in buttercups or roses | - |
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Welcome to the adventurous world of words that begin with "AP". These seemingly simple letters pack a punch when it comes to influencing language and pronunciation. From the pleasant anticipation of an adventure to the tantalizing aroma of fresh apples, the combination of "AP" sets the stage for some truly captivating and useful words. Join us as we explore how these unique words make language more vibrant and engaging, peppered with fascinating examples that will surely pique your interest.
About words starting with AP
The letter "A" is one of the first letters learned in the English language, often associated with the beginning of something new. Combined with "P", this pairing provides an intriguing start to numerous words that are both fun to say and essential in everyday communication. The position of "AP" at the beginning of a word often suggests action, movement, or a state of being, making them versatile and dynamic. For example, words like "approve" or "appear" not only convey an action but also bring a sense of approval or emergence, respectively.
The pronunciation of "AP" is equally interesting, as it can influence the flow and rhythm of a sentence. Words like "apricot" or "applaud" roll off the tongue smoothly, often accompanied by positive connotations. This phonetic charm is part of what makes words starting with "AP" so appealing and memorable. Whether they are used in casual conversation or more formal settings, their presence is often felt strongly, leaving a lasting impression.
Popular word examples
Words beginning with "AP" are not just plentiful; they are packed with meaning and intrigue. Here are ten popular examples:
Apple
- Definition: A round fruit with red, yellow, or green skin and sweet to tart, crisp flesh.
- Example in a Sentence: "An apple a day keeps the doctor away."
- Fun Fact: The apple is a member of the rose family and has been cultivated for thousands of years.
Applaud
- Definition: To show approval or praise by clapping hands.
- Example in a Sentence: "The audience began to applaud after the stunning performance."
- Fun Fact: The custom of applauding dates back to Ancient Rome, where audiences would clap to express appreciation.
Apply
- Definition: To make a formal request, or to put something into use.
- Example in a Sentence: "You should apply sunscreen before going to the beach."
- Fun Fact: The word "apply" comes from the Latin 'applicare', meaning 'to attach to'.
April
- Definition: The fourth month of the year in the Gregorian calendar.
- Example in a Sentence: "April showers bring May flowers."
- Fun Fact: April was originally the second month of the Roman calendar before January and February were added.
Approve
- Definition: To officially agree to or accept as satisfactory.
- Example in a Sentence: "The board needs to approve the budget proposal before it can be implemented."
- Fun Fact: Approval is often symbolized by a thumbs-up gesture across many cultures.
Apartment
- Definition: A suite of rooms forming one residence, typically in a building containing a number of these.
- Example in a Sentence: "She moved into a new apartment downtown last week."
- Fun Fact: The concept of apartments dates back to ancient Rome, where insulae housed many of the city's population.
Apart
- Definition: Separated by a distance; not together.
- Example in a Sentence: "They stood apart at the crowded party, unable to get close to one another."
- Fun Fact: The word "apart" is often used in idioms, such as "fall apart" or "tear apart".
Appeal
- Definition: A serious or urgent request, typically one made to the public.
- Example in a Sentence: "The charity made an appeal for donations after the disaster."
- Fun Fact: In legal terms, an appeal refers to applying to a higher court for a reversal of the decision of a lower court.
Apparent
- Definition: Clearly visible or understood; obvious.
- Example in a Sentence: "It became apparent that she was uncomfortable with the situation."
- Fun Fact: The word originates from the Latin 'apparens', meaning 'visible'.
Appliance
- Definition: A device or piece of equipment designed to perform a specific task.
- Example in a Sentence: "The new kitchen appliance made cooking much easier."
- Fun Fact: The term "appliance" can refer to both large devices like refrigerators and small ones like toasters.
High-scoring Scrabble examples
For those who enjoy a good game of Scrabble, words starting with "AP" can be quite advantageous. Here are some high-scoring examples:
| Word | Scrabble Points | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| Apply | 12 | To make a formal request or to use something. |
| Apex | 13 | The top or highest part of something. |
| Aptitude | 11 | A natural ability to do something. |
| Applause | 10 | Approval expressed by clapping. |
| Apricot | 13 | A small, orange fruit similar to a peach. |
Popular 5-letter words for Wordle
These five-letter words beginning with "AP" are perfect for Wordle enthusiasts looking to maximize their guesses:
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Apple | A round fruit with red, yellow, or green skin. |
| Apart | Separated by a distance; not together. |
| Apply | To make a formal request or to use something. |
| April | The fourth month of the year. |
| Apex | The top or highest part of something. |
Unusual and rare word examples
Let's delve into some rare and unusual words that start with "AP":
Aphelion
- Definition: The point in the orbit of a planet or comet where it is farthest from the sun.
- Interesting Fact: The term comes from the Greek words 'apo', meaning 'away', and 'helios', meaning 'sun'.
- Example in a Sentence: "Earth reaches its aphelion every year in early July."
Apocryphal
- Definition: (Of a story or statement) of doubtful authenticity, although widely circulated as being true.
- Interesting Fact: The word is often used in religious contexts to describe texts not included in the official canon.
- Example in a Sentence: "The tale of George Washington chopping down a cherry tree is apocryphal."
Apotheosis
- Definition: The elevation of someone to divine status; deification.
- Interesting Fact: This word is often used metaphorically to describe a peak or pinnacle of achievement.
- Example in a Sentence: "Her performance was the apotheosis of her career."
Aphorism
- Definition: A pithy observation that contains a general truth.
- Interesting Fact: Famous aphorisms include sayings like "If it ain't broke, don't fix it."
- Example in a Sentence: "Oscar Wilde was known for his clever aphorisms."
Aperture
- Definition: An opening, hole, or gap, especially in photography, referring to the variable opening by which light enters a camera.
- Interesting Fact: Aperture settings affect depth of field in photographs.
- Example in a Sentence: "Adjusting the aperture can change the exposure of your photo."
Final words
Exploring the versatility and charm of words that start with "AP" unveils a linguistic treasure trove waiting to be discovered. From common everyday words to those that challenge our vocabulary, these words enrich our language and provide endless opportunities for expression. Whether you're playing a game of Scrabble, solving a Wordle puzzle, or simply expanding your lexicon, the appeal of "AP" words is undeniable.
