Words Starting With C
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2 letter words
| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| ch | 7 | - | - |
3 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| can | 5 | a buoy with a round bottom and conical top | - |
| car | 5 | a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine | he needs a car to get to work |
| cut | 5 | the omission that is made when an editorial change shortens a written passage | - |
| cry | 8 | utter a sudden loud cry | - |
| cop | 7 | uncomplimentary terms for a policeman | - |
| cat | 5 | a large tracked vehicle that is propelled by two endless metal belts; frequently used for moving earth in construction and farm work | - |
| cup | 7 | treat by applying evacuated cups to the patient's skin | - |
| cow | 8 | female of domestic cattle: | `moo-cow' is a child's term |
| cos | 5 | ratio of the adjacent side to the hypotenuse of a right-angled triangle | - |
| cab | 7 | a car driven by a person whose job is to take passengers where they want to go in exchange for money | - |
| cap | 7 | a protective covering that is part of a plant | - |
| chi | 8 | the circulating life energy that in Chinese philosophy is thought to be inherent in all things; in traditional Chinese medicine the balance of negative and positive forms in the body is believed to be essential for good health | - |
| con | 5 | commit to memory; learn by heart | - |
| cha | 8 | - | - |
| cal | 5 | - | - |
| cue | 5 | a stimulus that provides information about what to do | - |
| cam | 7 | a river in east central England that flows past Cambridge to join the Ouse River | - |
| coz | 14 | - | - |
| cum | 7 | the thick white fluid containing spermatozoa that is ejaculated by the male genital tract | - |
| cub | 7 | a male child (a familiar term of address to a boy) | - |
| cod | 6 | lean white flesh of important North Atlantic food fish; usually baked or poached | - |
| coo | 5 | cry softly, as of pigeons | - |
| cox | 12 | either of two related enzymes that control the production of prostaglandins and are blocked by aspirin | - |
| cot | 5 | baby bed with high sides made of slats | - |
| coy | 8 | affectedly modest or shy especially in a playful or provocative way | - |
| col | 5 | a pass between mountain peaks | - |
| cad | 6 | someone who is morally reprehensible | - |
| cor | 5 | - | - |
| cur | 5 | an inferior dog or one of mixed breed | - |
| cob | 7 | nut of any of several trees of the genus Corylus | - |
| cog | 6 | tooth on the rim of gear wheel | - |
| caf | 8 | - | - |
| cig | 6 | - | - |
| caw | 8 | the sound made by corvine birds | - |
| cud | 6 | food of a ruminant regurgitated to be chewed again | - |
| cid | 6 | the United States Army's principal law enforcement agency responsible for the conduct of criminal investigations for all levels of the Army anywhere in the world | - |
| cay | 8 | a coral reef off the southern coast of Florida | - |
| cru | 5 | - | - |
| cis | 5 | an alliance made up of states that had been Soviet Socialist Republics in the Soviet Union prior to its dissolution in Dec 1991 | - |
| cit | 5 | - | - |
| cly | 8 | - | - |
| cuz | 14 | - | - |
| cwm | 10 | a steep-walled semicircular basin in a mountain; may contain a lake | - |
| caz | 14 | - | - |
| cee | 5 | - | - |
| cel | 5 | - | - |
| cep | 7 | - | - |
| che | 8 | - | - |
| caa | 5 | - | - |
| cag | 6 | - | - |
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4 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| come | 8 | come from; be connected by a relationship of blood, for example | he comes from humble origins |
| call | 6 | assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to | - |
| came | 8 | - | - |
| care | 6 | prefer or wish to do something | Do you care to try this dish? |
| case | 6 | a specific size and style of type within a type family | - |
| cool | 6 | great coolness and composure under strain | keep your cool |
| city | 9 | people living in a large densely populated municipality | the city voted for Republicans in 1994 |
| calm | 8 | steadiness of mind under stress | - |
| cold | 7 | the absence of heat | the coldness made our breath visible |
| club | 8 | golf equipment used by a golfer to hit a golf ball | - |
| cute | 6 | obviously contrived to charm | a child with intolerably cute mannerisms |
| card | 7 | a list of dishes available at a restaurant | - |
| cell | 6 | a room where a prisoner is kept | - |
| crap | 8 | obscene terms for feces | - |
| cash | 9 | money in the form of bills or coins | there is a desperate shortage of hard cash |
| cook | 10 | tamper, with the purpose of deception | cook the books |
| cost | 6 | be priced at | These shoes cost $100 |
| cake | 10 | small flat mass of chopped food | - |
| camp | 10 | an exclusive circle of people with a common purpose | - |
| code | 7 | a set of rules or principles or laws (especially written ones) | - |
| copy | 11 | a reproduction of a written record (e.g. of a legal or school record) | - |
| crew | 9 | an informal body of friends | - |
| coat | 6 | put a coat on; cover the surface of; furnish with a surface | coat the cake with chocolate |
| carl | 6 | - | - |
| cast | 6 | the act of throwing a fishing line out over the water by means of a rod and reel | - |
| cock | 12 | faucet consisting of a rotating device for regulating flow of a liquid | - |
| cure | 6 | a medicine or therapy that cures disease or relieve pain | - |
| chat | 9 | talk socially without exchanging too much information | - |
| clue | 6 | a slight indication | - |
| coke | 10 | street names for cocaine | - |
| cunt | 6 | a person (usually but not necessarily a woman) who is thoroughly disliked | - |
| cave | 9 | hollow out as if making a cave or opening | - |
| chef | 12 | a professional cook | - |
| chop | 11 | cut into pieces | chop meat |
| chip | 11 | the act of chipping something | - |
| cage | 7 | a movable screen placed behind home base to catch balls during batting practice | - |
| core | 6 | (computer science) a tiny ferrite toroid formerly used in a random access memory to store one bit of data; now superseded by semiconductor memories | each core has three wires passing through it, providing the means to select and detect the contents of each bit |
| corn | 6 | a hard thickening of the skin (especially on the top or sides of the toes) caused by the pressure of ill-fitting shoes | - |
| cows | 9 | domesticated bovine animals as a group regardless of sex or age | wait till the cows come home |
| clan | 6 | group of people related by blood or marriage | - |
| coin | 6 | form by stamping, punching, or printing | strike coins |
| coma | 8 | a state of deep and often prolonged unconsciousness; usually the result of disease or injury | - |
| cole | 6 | a hardy cabbage with coarse curly leaves that do not form a head | - |
| cuts | 6 | - | - |
| chin | 9 | the protruding part of the lower jaw | - |
| cafe | 9 | a small restaurant where drinks and snacks are sold | - |
| cart | 6 | draw slowly or heavily | - |
| cent | 6 | a coin worth one-hundredth of the value of the basic unit | - |
| chew | 12 | a wad of something chewable as tobacco | - |
| cant | 6 | a characteristic language of a particular group (as among thieves) | - |
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5 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| could | 8 | - | - |
| crazy | 19 | affected with madness or insanity | - |
| cause | 7 | any entity that produces an effect or is responsible for events or results | - |
| check | 16 | an appraisal of the state of affairs | a check on its dependability under stress |
| close | 7 | cease to operate or cause to cease operating | The owners decided to move and to close the factory |
| comes | 9 | - | - |
| child | 11 | a human offspring (son or daughter) of any age | they had three children |
| clear | 7 | become clear | The sky cleared after the storm |
| catch | 12 | reach with a blow or hit in a particular spot | - |
| class | 7 | a body of students who graduate together | the class of '97 |
| clean | 7 | make clean by removing dirt, filth, or unwanted substances from | The dentist cleaned my teeth |
| count | 7 | put into a group | The academy counts several Nobel Prize winners among its members |
| court | 7 | Australian woman tennis player who won many major championships (born in 1947) | - |
| cover | 10 | a recording of a song that was first recorded or made popular by somebody else | they made a cover of a Beatles' song |
| chief | 13 | a person who is in charge | - |
| carry | 10 | transmit or serve as the medium for transmission | The airwaves carry the sound |
| crime | 9 | (criminal law) an act punishable by law; usually considered an evil act | a long record of crimes |
| cross | 7 | meet at a point | - |
| clock | 13 | measure the time or duration of an event or action or the person who performs an action in a certain period of time | he clocked the runners |
| coach | 12 | teach and supervise (someone); act as a trainer or coach (to), as in sports | She is coaching the crew |
| crowd | 11 | an informal body of friends | he still hangs out with the same crowd |
| cream | 9 | toiletry consisting of any of various substances in the form of a thick liquid that have a soothing and moisturizing effect when applied to the skin | - |
| color | 7 | any material used for its color | she used a different color for the trim |
| cards | 8 | a game played with playing cards | - |
| cheap | 12 | tastelessly showy | - |
| chair | 10 | act or preside as chair, as of an academic department in a university | She chaired the department for many years |
| china | 10 | a government on the island of Taiwan established in 1949 by Chiang Kai-shek after the conquest of mainland China by the Communists led by Mao Zedong | - |
| chest | 10 | the front of the trunk from the neck to the abdomen | - |
| chick | 16 | informal terms for a (young) woman | - |
| crash | 10 | the act of colliding with something | his crash through the window |
| candy | 11 | a rich sweet made of flavored sugar and often combined with fruit or nuts | - |
| chose | 10 | - | - |
| chase | 10 | cut a furrow into a columns | - |
| crack | 13 | a purified and potent form of cocaine that is smoked rather than snorted; highly addictive | - |
| curse | 7 | profane or obscene expression usually of surprise or anger | - |
| coast | 7 | the act of moving smoothly along a surface while remaining in contact with it | the children lined up for a coast down the snowy slope |
| climb | 11 | go upward with gradual or continuous progress | Did you ever climb up the hill behind your house? |
| chuck | 16 | informal terms for a meal | - |
| cheat | 10 | weedy annual native to Europe but widely distributed as a weed especially in wheat | - |
| chain | 10 | British biochemist (born in Germany) who isolated and purified penicillin, which had been discovered in 1928 by Sir Alexander Fleming (1906-1979) | - |
| costs | 7 | pecuniary reimbursement to the winning party for the expenses of litigation | - |
| claim | 9 | a demand especially in the phrase | - |
| cheer | 10 | cause (somebody) to feel happier or more cheerful | She tried to cheer up the disappointed child when he failed to win the spelling bee |
| chill | 10 | coldness due to a cold environment | - |
| cruel | 7 | (of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering | cruel tortures |
| cried | 8 | - | - |
| civil | 10 | not rude; marked by satisfactory (or especially minimal) adherence to social usages and sufficient but not noteworthy consideration for others | even if he didn't like them he should have been civil |
| crush | 10 | temporary love of an adolescent | - |
| couch | 12 | formulate in a particular style or language | - |
| crane | 7 | United States poet (1899-1932) | - |
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6 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| coming | 11 | the act of drawing spatially closer to something | - |
| course | 8 | general line of orientation | the river takes a southern course |
| called | 9 | - | - |
| change | 12 | lay aside, abandon, or leave for another | The car changed lanes |
| chance | 13 | a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances | now is your chance |
| couple | 10 | link together | can we couple these proposals? |
| cannot | 8 | - | - |
| coffee | 14 | a medium brown to dark-brown color | - |
| caught | 12 | - | - |
| choice | 13 | the person or thing chosen or selected | - |
| crying | 12 | demanding attention | a crying need |
| camera | 10 | equipment for taking photographs (usually consisting of a lightproof box with a lens at one end and light-sensitive film at the other) | - |
| charge | 12 | (criminal law) a pleading describing some wrong or offense | he was arrested on a charge of larceny |
| church | 16 | a service conducted in a house of worship | don't be late for church |
| choose | 11 | pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives | - |
| closed | 9 | blocked against entry | a closed porch |
| cheers | 11 | - | - |
| closer | 8 | (baseball) a relief pitcher who can protect a lead in the last inning or two of the game | - |
| cousin | 8 | the child of your aunt or uncle | - |
| common | 12 | a piece of open land for recreational use in an urban area | - |
| center | 8 | a building dedicated to a particular activity | they were raising money to build a new center for research |
| corner | 8 | an interior angle formed by two meeting walls | a piano was in one corner of the room |
| client | 8 | someone who pays for goods or services | - |
| create | 8 | create by artistic means | create a poem |
| credit | 9 | a short note recognizing a source of information or of a quoted passage | - |
| career | 8 | the general progression of your working or professional life | the general had had a distinguished career |
| cancer | 10 | type genus of the family Cancridae | - |
| cheese | 11 | erect or decumbent Old World perennial with axillary clusters of rosy-purple flowers; introduced in United States | - |
| clever | 11 | showing self-interest and shrewdness in dealing with others | too clever to be sound |
| chosen | 11 | an exclusive group of people | - |
| commit | 12 | give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause | She committed herself to the work of God |
| castle | 8 | a large and stately mansion | - |
| circle | 10 | an unofficial association of people or groups | - |
| coward | 12 | English dramatist and actor and composer noted for his witty and sophisticated comedies (1899-1973) | - |
| county | 11 | (United Kingdom) a region created by territorial division for the purpose of local government | the county has a population of 12,345 people |
| closet | 8 | a small room (or recess) or cabinet used for storage space | - |
| crisis | 8 | a crucial stage or turning point in the course of something | after the crisis the patient either dies or gets better |
| clouds | 9 | - | - |
| cinema | 10 | a theater where films are shown | - |
| centre | 8 | a building dedicated to a particular activity | - |
| colour | 8 | any material used for its color | - |
| canada | 9 | a nation in northern North America; the French were the first Europeans to settle in mainland Canada | - |
| cancel | 10 | declare null and void; make ineffective | - |
| carmen | 10 | - | - |
| clinic | 10 | a healthcare facility for outpatient care | - |
| corpse | 10 | the dead body of a human being | the end of the police search was the discovery of a corpse |
| carter | 8 | Englishman and Egyptologist who in 1922 discovered and excavated the tomb of Tutankhamen (1873-1939) | - |
| circus | 10 | a genus of haws comprising the harriers | - |
| caesar | 8 | conqueror of Gaul and master of Italy (100-44 BC) | - |
| colors | 8 | a flag that shows its nationality | - |
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7 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| country | 12 | the territory occupied by a nation | - |
| company | 16 | a social or business visitor | the room was a mess because he hadn't expected company |
| careful | 12 | unhurried and with care and dignity | - |
| control | 9 | handle and cause to function | control the lever |
| changed | 14 | changed in constitution or structure or composition by metamorphism | - |
| calling | 10 | the particular occupation for which you are trained | - |
| captain | 11 | the leader of a group of people | a captain of industry |
| clothes | 12 | clothing in general | he always bought his clothes at the same store |
| college | 10 | a complex of buildings in which an institution of higher education is housed | - |
| certain | 9 | having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured | felt certain of success |
| charlie | 12 | - | - |
| chicken | 18 | a domestic fowl bred for flesh or eggs; believed to have been developed from the red jungle fowl | - |
| contact | 11 | a person who is in a position to give you special assistance | he used his business contacts to get an introduction to the governor |
| chinese | 12 | of or relating to or characteristic of the island republic on Taiwan or its residents or their language | - |
| correct | 11 | make right or correct | - |
| created | 10 | - | - |
| clearly | 12 | clear to the mind; with distinct mental discernment | I could clearly see myself in his situation |
| colonel | 9 | a commissioned military officer in the United States Army or Air Force or Marines who ranks above a lieutenant colonel and below a brigadier general | - |
| checked | 19 | patterned with alternating squares of color | - |
| century | 12 | ten 10s | - |
| covered | 13 | overlaid or spread or topped with or enclosed within something; sometimes used as a combining form | women with covered faces |
| command | 14 | (computer science) a line of code written as part of a computer program | - |
| courage | 10 | a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear | - |
| culture | 9 | a particular society at a particular time and place | - |
| central | 9 | a workplace that serves as a telecommunications facility where lines from telephones can be connected together to permit communication | - |
| curious | 9 | beyond or deviating from the usual or expected | a curious hybrid accent |
| collect | 11 | call for and obtain payment of | we collected over a million dollars in outstanding debts |
| cooking | 14 | the act of preparing something (as food) by the application of heat | cooking can be a great art |
| channel | 12 | transmit or serve as the medium for transmission | - |
| carried | 10 | - | - |
| capable | 13 | possibly accepting or permitting | a passage capable of misinterpretation |
| cameras | 11 | - | - |
| concern | 11 | be on the mind of | - |
| closing | 10 | approaching a particular destination; a coming closer; a narrowing of a gap | the ship's rapid rate of closing gave them little time to avoid a collision |
| cutting | 10 | an excerpt cut from a newspaper or magazine | - |
| concert | 11 | a performance of music by players or singers not involving theatrical staging | - |
| current | 9 | a steady flow of a fluid (usually from natural causes) | the raft floated downstream on the current |
| council | 11 | a body serving in an administrative capacity | student council |
| comrade | 12 | a friend who is frequently in the company of another | comrades in arms |
| contest | 9 | an occasion on which a winner is selected from among two or more contestants | - |
| capital | 11 | the upper part of a column that supports the entablature | - |
| chasing | 13 | - | - |
| crossed | 10 | placed crosswise | spoken with a straight face but crossed fingers |
| classes | 9 | - | - |
| complex | 20 | a compound described in terms of the central atom to which other atoms are bound or coordinated | - |
| confess | 12 | admit (to a wrongdoing) | She confessed that she had taken the money |
| classic | 11 | of or relating to the first significant period of a civilization, culture, area of study, etc. | classic Chinese pottery |
| comfort | 14 | a state of being relaxed and feeling no pain | he is a man who enjoys his comfort |
| custody | 13 | a state of being confined (usually for a short time) | he is in the custody of police |
| confirm | 14 | strengthen or make more firm | The witnesses confirmed the victim's account |
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8 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| children | 14 | - | - |
| continue | 10 | continue a certain state, condition, or activity | We continued to work into the night |
| computer | 14 | a machine for performing calculations automatically | - |
| complete | 14 | without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers | a complete coward |
| consider | 11 | show consideration for; take into account | You must consider her age |
| criminal | 12 | someone who has committed a crime or has been legally convicted of a crime | - |
| contract | 12 | become smaller or draw together | - |
| confused | 14 | lacking orderly continuity | a confused set of instructions |
| cheering | 14 | providing freedom from worry | - |
| changing | 15 | marked by continuous change or effective action | - |
| cleaning | 11 | the act of making something clean | he gave his shoes a good cleaning |
| carrying | 14 | - | - |
| champion | 17 | someone who has won first place in a competition | - |
| cheating | 14 | violating accepted standards or rules | - |
| creature | 10 | a person who is controlled by others and is used to perform unpleasant or dishonest tasks for someone else | - |
| customer | 12 | someone who pays for goods or services | - |
| counting | 11 | the act of counting; reciting numbers in ascending order | the counting continued for several hours |
| convince | 15 | make (someone) agree, understand, or realize the truth or validity of something | He had finally convinced several customers of the advantages of his product |
| charming | 16 | possessing or using or characteristic of or appropriate to supernatural powers | charming incantations |
| ceremony | 15 | a formal event performed on a special occasion | a ceremony commemorating Pearl Harbor |
| complain | 14 | express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness | My mother complains all day |
| campaign | 15 | several related operations aimed at achieving a particular goal (usually within geographical and temporal constraints) | - |
| chairman | 15 | act or preside as chair, as of an academic department in a university | - |
| creative | 13 | having the ability or power to create | a creative imagination |
| creating | 11 | - | - |
| catholic | 15 | a member of a Catholic church | - |
| compared | 15 | - | - |
| crossing | 11 | a path (often marked) where something (as a street or railroad) can be crossed to get from one side to the other | - |
| chemical | 17 | relating to or used in chemistry | chemical engineer |
| captured | 13 | - | - |
| catching | 16 | (of disease) capable of being transmitted by infection | - |
| cemetery | 15 | a tract of land used for burials | - |
| critical | 12 | forming or having the nature of a turning point or crisis | a critical point in the campaign |
| coughing | 15 | a sudden noisy expulsion of air from the lungs that clears the air passages; a common symptom of upper respiratory infection or bronchitis or pneumonia or tuberculosis | - |
| contrary | 13 | in an opposing direction | a contrary wind |
| creation | 10 | the human act of creating | - |
| collapse | 12 | suffer a nervous breakdown | - |
| clothing | 14 | a covering designed to be worn on a person's body | - |
| conflict | 15 | go against, as of rules and laws | This behavior conflicts with our rules |
| congress | 11 | the social act of assembling for some common purpose | the lovers met discreetly for the purposes of sexual congress |
| covering | 14 | the act of concealing the existence of something by obstructing the view of it | - |
| constant | 10 | uninterrupted in time and indefinitely long continuing | in constant pain |
| concrete | 12 | a strong hard building material composed of sand and gravel and cement and water | - |
| climbing | 15 | an event that involves rising to a higher point (as in altitude or temperature or intensity etc.) | - |
| cultural | 10 | denoting or deriving from or distinctive of the ways of living built up by a group of people | influenced by ethnic and cultural ties |
| capacity | 17 | the amount that can be contained | the gas tank has a capacity of 12 gallons |
| chanting | 14 | the act of singing in a monotonous tone | - |
| corridor | 11 | an enclosed passageway; rooms usually open onto it | - |
| chatting | 14 | - | - |
| crawling | 14 | a slow mode of locomotion on hands and knees or dragging the body | - |
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9 letter words
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| certainly | 14 | definitely or positively (`sure' is sometimes used informally for `surely') | she certainly is a hard worker |
| character | 16 | a formal recommendation by a former employer to a potential future employer describing the person's qualifications and dependability | requests for character references are all too often answered evasively |
| condition | 12 | the procedure that is varied in order to estimate a variable's effect by comparison with a control condition | - |
| celebrate | 13 | behave as expected during of holidays or rites | celebrate Christmas |
| chocolate | 16 | a medium brown to dark-brown color | - |
| carefully | 17 | as if with kid gloves; with caution or prudence or tact | - |
| concerned | 14 | involved in or affected by or having a claim to or share in | a memorandum to those concerned |
| cigarette | 12 | finely ground tobacco wrapped in paper; for smoking | - |
| community | 18 | a district where people live; occupied primarily by private residences | - |
| commander | 16 | an officer in the airforce | - |
| christian | 14 | a religious person who believes Jesus is the Christ and who is a member of a Christian denomination | - |
| committed | 16 | associated in an exclusive sexual relationship | - |
| challenge | 15 | take exception to | She challenged his claims |
| childhood | 19 | the state of a child between infancy and adolescence | - |
| champagne | 19 | a region of northeastern France | - |
| convinced | 17 | persuaded of; very sure | were convinced that it would be to their advantage to join |
| connected | 14 | being joined in close association | - |
| committee | 15 | a self-constituted organization to promote something | - |
| chuckling | 21 | - | - |
| confirmed | 17 | having been established or made firm or received the rite of confirmation | confirmed reservations |
| colleague | 12 | an associate that one works with | - |
| charlotte | 14 | the largest city in North Carolina; located in south central North Carolina | - |
| confident | 15 | persuaded of; very sure | was confident he would win |
| communist | 15 | a socialist who advocates communism | - |
| complaint | 15 | (criminal law) a pleading describing some wrong or offense | - |
| completed | 16 | successfully completed or brought to an end | the completed project |
| continued | 12 | without stop or interruption | to insure the continued success of the war |
| corporate | 13 | done by or characteristic of individuals acting together | the corporate good |
| confusion | 14 | a feeling of embarrassment that leaves you confused | - |
| currently | 14 | at this time or period; now | currently they live in Connecticut |
| cooperate | 13 | work together on a common enterprise of project | - |
| conscious | 13 | intentionally conceived | a conscious effort to speak more slowly |
| cancelled | 14 | (of events) no longer planned or scheduled | - |
| candidate | 13 | someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.) | - |
| confusing | 15 | lacking clarity of meaning; causing confusion or perplexity | sent confusing signals to Iraq |
| collected | 14 | in full control of your faculties | the witness remained collected throughout the cross-examination |
| celebrity | 16 | the state or quality of being widely honored and acclaimed | - |
| companion | 15 | a traveler who accompanies you | - |
| chemistry | 19 | the science of matter; the branch of the natural sciences dealing with the composition of substances and their properties and reactions | - |
| collapsed | 14 | - | - |
| classical | 13 | of or pertaining to or characteristic of the ancient Greeks and Romans, especially their art, literature, or culture | classical mythology |
| curiosity | 14 | something unusual -- perhaps worthy of collecting | - |
| correctly | 16 | in an accurate manner | the flower had been correctly depicted by his son |
| counselor | 11 | a lawyer who pleads cases in court | - |
| classroom | 13 | a room in a school where lessons take place | - |
| continent | 11 | abstaining from sexual intercourse | - |
| collector | 13 | a person who collects things | - |
| cellphone | 16 | a hand-held mobile radiotelephone for use in an area divided into small sections, each with its own short-range transmitter/receiver | - |
| contained | 12 | gotten under control | the oil spill is contained |
| crocodile | 14 | large voracious aquatic reptile having a long snout with massive jaws and sharp teeth and a body covered with bony plates; of sluggish tropical waters | - |
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10 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| completely | 19 | to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (`whole' is often used informally for `wholly') | it was completely different from what we expected |
| connection | 14 | the process of bringing ideas or events together in memory or imagination | - |
| considered | 14 | carefully weighed | a considered opinion |
| confidence | 18 | a trustful relationship | he took me into his confidence |
| conference | 17 | an association of sports teams that organizes matches for its members | - |
| conditions | 13 | the atmospheric conditions that comprise the state of the atmosphere in terms of temperature and wind and clouds and precipitation | every day we have weather conditions and yesterday was no exception |
| chattering | 16 | the high-pitched continuing noise made by animals (birds or monkeys) | - |
| collection | 14 | request for a sum of money | - |
| conscience | 16 | motivation deriving logically from ethical or moral principles that govern a person's thoughts and actions | - |
| commercial | 18 | a commercially sponsored ad on radio or television | - |
| commission | 16 | a group of representatives or delegates | - |
| confession | 15 | an admission of misdeeds or faults | - |
| constantly | 15 | without interruption | the world is constantly changing |
| controlled | 13 | restrained or managed or kept within certain bounds | controlled emotions |
| commitment | 18 | a message that makes a pledge | - |
| conspiracy | 19 | a secret agreement between two or more people to perform an unlawful act | - |
| conclusion | 14 | event whose occurrence ends something | - |
| convenient | 15 | large and roomy (`convenient' is archaic in this sense) | - |
| convention | 15 | orthodoxy as a consequence of being conventional | - |
| compliment | 18 | say something to someone that expresses praise | He complimented her on her last physics paper |
| collecting | 15 | the act of gathering something together | - |
| compromise | 18 | a middle way between two extremes | - |
| compassion | 16 | a deep awareness of and sympathy for another's suffering | - |
| convincing | 18 | causing one to believe the truth of something | a convincing story |
| corruption | 14 | in a state of progressive putrefaction | - |
| classified | 16 | a short ad in a newspaper or magazine (usually in small print) and appearing along with other ads of the same type | - |
| concerning | 15 | - | - |
| conviction | 17 | (criminal law) a final judgment of guilty in a criminal case and the punishment that is imposed | the conviction came as no surprise |
| consistent | 12 | the same throughout in structure or composition | bituminous coal is often treated as a consistent and homogeneous product |
| collective | 17 | done by or characteristic of individuals acting together | the collective mind |
| continuing | 13 | of long duration | - |
| committing | 17 | - | - |
| celebrated | 15 | widely known and esteemed | a celebrated musician |
| contribute | 14 | provide | - |
| challenged | 17 | - | - |
| cocksucker | 24 | insulting terms of address for people who are stupid or irritating or ridiculous | - |
| consultant | 12 | an expert who gives advice | - |
| courageous | 13 | possessing or displaying courage; able to face and deal with danger or fear without flinching | a frank courageous heart...triumphed over pain |
| comparison | 16 | qualities that are comparable | no comparison between the two books |
| contractor | 14 | the bridge player in contract bridge who wins the bidding and can declare which suit is to be trumps | - |
| contagious | 13 | (of disease) capable of being transmitted by infection | - |
| capitalism | 16 | an economic system based on private ownership of capital | - |
| calculated | 15 | carefully thought out in advance | a calculated insult |
| commanding | 18 | used of a height or viewpoint | a commanding view of the ocean |
| chancellor | 17 | the British cabinet minister responsible for finance | - |
| compensate | 16 | make payment to; compensate | - |
| comforting | 18 | providing freedom from worry | - |
| concussion | 14 | any violent blow | - |
| continuous | 12 | continuing in time or space without interruption | a continuous rearrangement of electrons in the solar atoms results in the emission of light |
| counseling | 13 | something that provides direction or advice as to a decision or course of action | - |
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The English language is a vibrant tapestry woven with letters and sounds, creating words that dance off our tongues and into our minds. Among these letters, C stands out with its chameleon-like nature, transforming sounds and meanings in fascinating ways. From common words to quirky phrases, the letter C adds a touch of charm and complexity to our lexicon. Dive into this captivating collection of words starting with C, and discover how they shape our conversations, challenge our pronunciations, and add color to our daily lives. Stay tuned for some fun examples, intriguing facts, and a few surprises along the way!
About words starting with C
The letter C is an intriguing character in the alphabet, often stepping into roles that other letters shy away from. It can mimic the soft sibilance of an S or the hard click of a K, making it a versatile player in word formation. For instance, consider the word "circle," where C takes on the soft sound, contrasting sharply with "cat," where it adopts a hard tone. This duality allows C to create a rich variety of sounds, enhancing the musicality and rhythm of the English language.
C's position within words can also profoundly impact their meaning and pronunciation. When C starts a word, it often sets the stage for crisp, clear enunciation, as in "clarity" or "crisp." However, when nestled between other letters, it can soften into a gentler sound, as seen in "bicycle" or "facade." This flexibility not only makes C essential in everyday communication but also adds a layer of fun and challenge to both spoken and written language.
Popular word examples
Let’s explore some popular examples that showcase the versatility and charm of words starting with C.
Candy
- Definition: A sweet confection made with sugar or syrup.
- Example in a Sentence: She offered me a piece of candy from her secret stash.
- Fun Fact: The word "candy" comes from the Arabic word "qandi," meaning "made of sugar."
Cat
- Definition: A small domesticated carnivorous mammal with soft fur.
- Example in a Sentence: The cat curled up on the windowsill, basking in the sunlight.
- Fun Fact: Cats have been associated with humans for nearly 10,000 years, with ancient Egyptians even worshipping them.
Coffee
- Definition: A beverage made from roasted and ground coffee beans.
- Example in a Sentence: I can't start my day without a strong cup of coffee.
- Fun Fact: Coffee was discovered by an Ethiopian goat herder named Kaldi in the 9th century.
Car
- Definition: A road vehicle, typically with four wheels, powered by an internal combustion engine or electric motor.
- Example in a Sentence: He bought a new car that's both fuel-efficient and stylish.
- Fun Fact: The first car was invented by Karl Benz in 1886.
Computer
- Definition: An electronic device for storing and processing data.
- Example in a Sentence: She spent hours working on her computer to finish the project.
- Fun Fact: The word "computer" originally referred to a person who performed calculations.
Chocolate
- Definition: A sweet, brown food made from roasted and ground cacao seeds.
- Example in a Sentence: She gave him a box of handmade chocolate for his birthday.
- Fun Fact: The scientific name for the cacao tree, Theobroma cacao, means "food of the gods."
Circus
- Definition: A traveling company of acrobats, clowns, and other entertainers.
- Example in a Sentence: The circus was in town, bringing joy to children and adults alike.
- Fun Fact: The term "circus" comes from the Latin word for "circle" or "ring."
Castle
- Definition: A large building typically of the medieval period, fortified against attack.
- Example in a Sentence: The old castle stood majestically on the hill, overlooking the valley.
- Fun Fact: Castles were not only residences but also symbols of power and control during medieval times.
Camera
- Definition: A device for recording visual images in the form of photographs, film, or video.
- Example in a Sentence: She carried her camera everywhere to capture beautiful moments.
- Fun Fact: The word "camera" comes from the Latin phrase "camera obscura," meaning "dark chamber."
Calendar
- Definition: A system for organizing days for social, religious, commercial, or administrative purposes.
- Example in a Sentence: He marked his appointment on the calendar.
- Fun Fact: The Gregorian calendar, introduced by Pope Gregory XIII in 1582, is the most widely used calendar system today.
High-scoring scrabble examples
For Scrabble enthusiasts, here are some high-scoring words starting with C that could help you win big!
| Word | Scrabble Points | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| Cazique | 27 | A native chief in parts of Latin America. |
| Caziques | 28 | Plural of cazique, native chiefs. |
| Chutzpah | 27 | Shameless audacity; impudence. |
| Checkbook | 27 | A book of blank checks with a register for recording them. |
| Cyclized | 25 | Subjected to a chemical reaction that forms a ring structure. |
| Chivvying | 25 | Persuading someone to do something through persistent effort. |
| Complexed | 24 | Formed a complex with another substance. |
Popular 5-letter words for Wordle
Wordle fans, these five-letter words starting with C are perfect for your next game!
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Chase | To pursue in order to catch or catch up with. |
| Charm | To delight greatly; to attract irresistibly. |
| Cheer | To shout for joy or in praise or encouragement. |
| Craft | An activity involving skill in making things by hand. |
| Crisp | Firm, dry, and brittle, especially in a way considered pleasing. |
| Crust | The tough outer part of a loaf of bread. |
| Crown | A circular ornamental headdress worn by a monarch. |
Unusual and rare word examples
Let's delve into some rare and unusual words that start with the letter C and uncover their unique stories.
Callipygian
- Definition: Having well-shaped buttocks.
- Interesting Fact: The word comes from the Greek "kallipygos," meaning "beautiful buttocks."
- Example in a Sentence: The statue of Venus was admired for its callipygian form.
Cacophony
- Definition: A harsh, discordant mixture of sounds.
- Interesting Fact: Derived from the Greek words "kakos" (bad) and "phone" (voice/sound).
- Example in a Sentence: The cacophony from the construction site was unbearable.
Crepuscular
- Definition: Relating to or resembling twilight; active during twilight.
- Interesting Fact: Many animals, such as deer and bats, are crepuscular, being most active during dusk and dawn.
- Example in a Sentence: The crepuscular light gave the forest an eerie glow.
Clandestine
- Definition: Kept secret or done secretively, especially because illicit.
- Interesting Fact: The word has Latin roots, from "clandestinus," meaning "secret, hidden."
- Example in a Sentence: Their clandestine meetings were held under the cover of darkness.
Contumacious
- Definition: Stubbornly or willfully disobedient to authority.
- Interesting Fact: The word originates from the Latin "contumax," meaning "stubborn."
- Example in a Sentence: The contumacious teenager refused to follow the school's rules.
Cattywampus
- Definition: Positioned diagonally; askew, awry.
- Interesting Fact: This fun, whimsical word is believed to be of American origin, possibly from the Scottish "wampish," meaning to wriggle or twist.
- Example in a Sentence: The picture hung cattywampus on the wall, bothering the perfectionist in him.
Final words
Words starting with C are not just a cornerstone of our vocabulary but also a source of endless fascination and fun. From everyday terms to rare gems, these words enrich our language and add a dash of intrigue to our conversations. Whether you're a word game enthusiast or simply a lover of language, exploring words that begin with C is sure to offer delightful discoveries and a deeper appreciation for the intricacies of English.
