Words Starting With CO
Welcome to a captivating collection of words that kick off with "CO"! Dive into this concoction of curious, colorful, and cool terms that'll coax your curiosity. Whether you're crafting a compelling story or just enjoy collecting new vocabulary, these co-words are sure to complement your linguistic journey. Let the exploration commence!
3 letter words
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| cop | 7 | uncomplimentary terms for a policeman | - |
| 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 | - |
| con | 5 | commit to memory; learn by heart | - |
| coz | 14 | - | - |
| 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 | - |
| cor | 5 | - | - |
| cob | 7 | nut of any of several trees of the genus Corylus | - |
| cog | 6 | tooth on the rim of gear wheel | - |
4 letter words
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| come | 8 | come from; be connected by a relationship of blood, for example | he comes from humble origins |
| cool | 6 | great coolness and composure under strain | keep your cool |
| cold | 7 | the absence of heat | the coldness made our breath visible |
| cook | 10 | tamper, with the purpose of deception | cook the books |
| cost | 6 | be priced at | These shoes cost $100 |
| 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) | - |
| coat | 6 | put a coat on; cover the surface of; furnish with a surface | coat the cake with chocolate |
| cock | 12 | faucet consisting of a rotating device for regulating flow of a liquid | - |
| coke | 10 | street names for cocaine | - |
| 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| 6 | (computer science) a tiny ferrite toroid formerly used in a random access memory to store one bit of data; now superseded by semiconductor memories | each core has three wires passing through it, providing the means to select and detect the contents of each bit |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 |
| 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 | - |
| coal | 6 | burn to charcoal | - |
| cope | 8 | brick that is laid sideways at the top of a wall | - |
| cord | 7 | a cut pile fabric with vertical ribs; usually made of cotton | - |
| coco | 8 | tall palm tree bearing coconuts as fruits; widely planted throughout the tropics | - |
| cola | 6 | carbonated drink flavored with extract from kola nuts (`dope' is a southernism in the United States) | - |
| coup | 8 | a sudden and decisive change of government illegally or by force | - |
| comb | 10 | search thoroughly | They combed the area for the missing child |
| cozy | 18 | having or fostering a warm or friendly and informal atmosphere | had a cozy chat |
| cone | 6 | a shape whose base is a circle and whose sides taper up to a point | - |
| coca | 8 | a South American shrub whose leaves are chewed by natives of the Andes; a source of cocaine | - |
| coop | 8 | an enclosure made or wire or metal bars in which birds or animals can be kept | - |
| cork | 10 | the plug in the mouth of a bottle (especially a wine bottle) | - |
| colt | 6 | a kind of revolver | - |
| cons | 6 | - | - |
| cosy | 9 | a padded cloth covering to keep a teapot warm | - |
| cove | 9 | a small inlet | - |
| coil | 6 | a structure consisting of something wound in a continuous series of loops | a coil of rope |
| comm | 10 | - | - |
| conn | 6 | conduct or direct the steering of a ship or plane | - |
| comp | 10 | an intensive examination testing a student's proficiency in some special field of knowledge | she took her comps in English literature |
| cobb | 10 | - | - |
| coon | 6 | North American raccoon | - |
| coho | 9 | small salmon of northern Pacific coasts and the Great Lakes | - |
| coos | 6 | - | - |
| coax | 13 | influence or urge by gentle urging, caressing, or flattering | - |
| coed | 7 | - | - |
| coot | 6 | slate-black slow-flying birds somewhat resembling ducks | - |
| conk | 10 | pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life | - |
| coda | 7 | the closing section of a musical composition | - |
| cond | 7 | - | - |
| conf | 9 | - | - |
| cote | 6 | a small shelter for domestic animals (as sheep or pigeons) | - |
| cowl | 9 | protective covering consisting of a metal part that covers the engine | the mechanic removed the cowling in order to repair the plane's engine |
| coll | 6 | - | - |
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5 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| could | 8 | - | - |
| comes | 9 | - | - |
| 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 |
| coach | 12 | teach and supervise (someone); act as a trainer or coach (to), as in sports | She is coaching the crew |
| color | 7 | any material used for its color | she used a different color for the trim |
| 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 |
| costs | 7 | pecuniary reimbursement to the winning party for the expenses of litigation | - |
| couch | 12 | formulate in a particular style or language | - |
| colin | 7 | - | - |
| comic | 11 | arousing or provoking laughter | a comic hat |
| cough | 11 | 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 | - |
| corps | 9 | an army unit usually consisting of two or more divisions and their support | - |
| costa | 7 | any of the 12 pairs of curved arches of bone extending from the spine to or toward the sternum in humans (and similar bones in most vertebrates) | - |
| comet | 9 | (astronomy) a relatively small extraterrestrial body consisting of a frozen mass that travels around the sun in a highly elliptical orbit | - |
| cocky | 16 | overly self-confident or self-assertive | a very cocky young man |
| cohen | 10 | - | - |
| cobra | 9 | venomous Asiatic and African elapid snakes that can expand the skin of the neck into a hood | - |
| coral | 7 | the hard stony skeleton of a Mediterranean coral that has a delicate red or pink color and is used for jewelry | - |
| cocoa | 9 | a beverage made from cocoa powder and milk and sugar; usually drunk hot | - |
| condo | 8 | one of the dwelling units in a condominium | - |
| corny | 10 | dull and tiresome but with pretensions of significance or originality | - |
| combo | 11 | a small band of jazz musicians | - |
| comfy | 15 | providing or experiencing physical well-being or relief (`comfy' is informal) | feeling comfy now? |
| corky | 14 | (of wine) tainted in flavor by a cork containing excess tannin | - |
| colon | 7 | the basic unit of money in El Salvador; equal to 100 centavos | - |
| colby | 12 | - | - |
| comma | 11 | anglewing butterfly with a comma-shaped mark on the underside of each hind wing | - |
| cords | 8 | cotton trousers made of corduroy cloth | - |
| congo | 8 | a republic in west-central Africa; achieved independence from France in 1960 | - |
| corey | 10 | - | - |
| coded | 9 | - | - |
| comer | 9 | someone who arrives (or has arrived) | - |
| covet | 10 | wish, long, or crave for (something, especially the property of another person) | She covets her sister's house |
| coupe | 9 | a car with two doors and front seats and a luggage compartment | - |
| coney | 10 | any of various burrowing animals of the family Leporidae having long ears and short tails; some domesticated and raised for pets or food | - |
| coles | 7 | - | - |
| combs | 11 | - | - |
| comte | 9 | French philosopher remembered as the founder of positivism; he also established sociology as a systematic field of study | - |
| conte | 7 | - | - |
| conga | 8 | a Latin American dance of 3 steps and a kick by people in single file | - |
| colic | 9 | acute abdominal pain (especially in infants) | - |
| codex | 15 | an unbound manuscript of some ancient classic (as distinguished from a scroll) | - |
| cower | 10 | show submission or fear | - |
| conch | 12 | any of various edible tropical marine gastropods of the genus Strombus having a brightly-colored spiral shell with large outer lip | - |
| coven | 10 | an assembly of witches; usually 13 witches | - |
| cocos | 9 | coconut palms | - |
| cooky | 14 | the cook on a ranch or at a camp | - |
| cotta | 7 | - | - |
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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 |
| couple | 10 | link together | can we couple these proposals? |
| coffee | 14 | a medium brown to dark-brown color | - |
| cousin | 8 | the child of your aunt or uncle | - |
| common | 12 | a piece of open land for recreational use in an urban area | - |
| corner | 8 | an interior angle formed by two meeting walls | a piano was in one corner of the room |
| commit | 12 | give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause | She committed herself to the work of God |
| 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 |
| colour | 8 | any material used for its color | - |
| corpse | 10 | the dead body of a human being | the end of the police search was the discovery of a corpse |
| colors | 8 | a flag that shows its nationality | - |
| cooked | 13 | having been prepared for eating by the application of heat | - |
| combat | 12 | an engagement fought between two military forces | - |
| cowboy | 16 | a performer who gives exhibitions of riding and roping and bulldogging | - |
| coffin | 14 | box in which a corpse is buried or cremated | - |
| comedy | 14 | a comic incident or series of incidents | - |
| copies | 10 | - | - |
| cookie | 12 | the cook on a ranch or at a camp | - |
| cooper | 10 | United States film actor noted for his portrayals of strong silent heroes (1901-1961) | - |
| cotton | 8 | erect bushy mallow plant or small tree bearing bolls containing seeds with many long hairy fibers | - |
| connor | 8 | - | - |
| collar | 8 | a figurative restraint | asked for a collar on program trading in the stock market |
| condom | 11 | contraceptive device consisting of a sheath of thin rubber or latex that is worn over the penis during intercourse | - |
| covers | 11 | - | - |
| column | 10 | an article giving opinions or perspectives | - |
| colony | 11 | a geographical area politically controlled by a distant country | - |
| connie | 8 | - | - |
| cooler | 8 | a cell for violent prisoners | - |
| copper | 12 | a reddish-brown color resembling the color of polished copper | - |
| cosmic | 12 | inconceivably extended in space or time | - |
| copied | 11 | - | - |
| cosmos | 10 | everything that exists anywhere | - |
| convoy | 14 | a collection of merchant ships with an escort of warships | - |
| consul | 8 | a diplomat appointed by a government to protect its commercial interests and help its citizens in a foreign country | - |
| convey | 14 | transmit or serve as the medium for transmission | - |
| cognac | 11 | high quality grape brandy distilled in the Cognac district of France | - |
| comply | 15 | act in accordance with someone's rules, commands, or wishes | You must comply or else! |
| coyote | 11 | small wolf native to western North America | - |
| coarse | 8 | of textures that are rough to the touch or substances consisting of relatively large particles | coarse meal |
| covert | 11 | a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something | the brush provided a covert for game |
| costly | 11 | entailing great loss or sacrifice | - |
| coupon | 10 | a negotiable certificate that can be detached and redeemed as needed | - |
| cooing | 9 | - | - |
| corona | 8 | the outermost region of the sun's atmosphere; visible as a white halo during a solar eclipse | - |
| cougar | 9 | large American feline resembling a lion | - |
| congee | 9 | (architecture) a concave molding | - |
| coping | 11 | brick that is laid sideways at the top of a wall | - |
| cocoon | 10 | retreat as if into a cocoon, as from an unfriendly environment | Families cocoon around the T.V. set most evenings |
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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 |
| control | 9 | handle and cause to function | control the lever |
| college | 10 | a complex of buildings in which an institution of higher education is housed | - |
| 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 |
| correct | 11 | make right or correct | - |
| 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 | - |
| 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 | - |
| 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 |
| concern | 11 | be on the mind of | - |
| concert | 11 | a performance of music by players or singers not involving theatrical staging | - |
| 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 | - |
| 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 |
| comfort | 14 | a state of being relaxed and feeling no pain | he is a man who enjoys his comfort |
| confirm | 14 | strengthen or make more firm | The witnesses confirmed the victim's account |
| counter | 9 | a return punch (especially by a boxer) | - |
| costume | 11 | dress in a costume | - |
| concept | 13 | an abstract or general idea inferred or derived from specific instances | - |
| comment | 13 | provide interlinear explanations for words or phrases | - |
| cookies | 13 | - | - |
| connect | 11 | make a logical or causal connection | I cannot connect these two pieces of evidence in my mind |
| cocaine | 11 | a narcotic (alkaloid) extracted from coca leaves; used as a surface anesthetic or taken for pleasure; can become powerfully addictive | - |
| compare | 13 | qualities that are comparable | beyond compare |
| content | 9 | the state of being contented with your situation in life | he relaxed in sleepy contentedness |
| compete | 13 | compete for something; engage in a contest; measure oneself against others | - |
| conduct | 12 | transmit or serve as the medium for transmission | Many metals conduct heat |
| counsel | 9 | a lawyer who pleads cases in court | - |
| consent | 9 | give an affirmative reply to; respond favorably to | - |
| contain | 9 | be capable of holding or containing | - |
| collins | 9 | tall iced drink of liquor (usually gin) with fruit juice | - |
| colours | 9 | a flag that shows its nationality | - |
| corrupt | 11 | containing errors or alterations | a corrupt text |
| conquer | 18 | take possession of by force, as after an invasion | - |
| colored | 10 | favoring one person or side over another | - |
| coconut | 11 | tall palm tree bearing coconuts as fruits; widely planted throughout the tropics | - |
| cottage | 10 | a small house with a single story | - |
| confuse | 12 | make unclear, indistinct, or blurred | Her remarks confused the debate |
| context | 16 | discourse that surrounds a language unit and helps to determine its interpretation | - |
| convict | 14 | a person serving a sentence in a jail or prison | - |
| coroner | 9 | a public official who investigates by inquest any death not due to natural causes | - |
| consult | 9 | get or ask advice from | They had to consult before arriving at a decision |
| compass | 13 | the limit of capability | within the compass of education |
| courses | 9 | - | - |
| combine | 13 | gather in a mass, sum, or whole | - |
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8 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| 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 |
| contract | 12 | become smaller or draw together | - |
| confused | 14 | lacking orderly continuity | a confused set of instructions |
| 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 |
| complain | 14 | express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness | My mother complains all day |
| compared | 15 | - | - |
| 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 |
| collapse | 12 | suffer a nervous breakdown | - |
| 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 | - |
| corridor | 11 | an enclosed passageway; rooms usually open onto it | - |
| cocktail | 16 | an appetizer served as a first course at a meal | - |
| corporal | 12 | possessing or existing in bodily form | what seemed corporal melted as breath into the wind |
| courtesy | 13 | a courteous manner | - |
| coverage | 14 | the news as presented by reporters for newspapers or radio or television | they accused the paper of biased coverage of race relations |
| combined | 15 | made or joined or united into one | - |
| compound | 15 | make more intense, stronger, or more marked | - |
| confront | 13 | oppose, as in hostility or a competition | You must confront your opponent |
| comedian | 13 | a professional performer who tells jokes and performs comical acts | - |
| countess | 10 | female equivalent of a count or earl | - |
| consumed | 13 | - | - |
| contents | 10 | a list of divisions (chapters or articles) and the pages on which they start | - |
| colorful | 13 | striking in variety and interest | a colorful period of history |
| congrats | 11 | - | - |
| colorado | 11 | a state in west central United States in the Rocky Mountains | - |
| comeback | 20 | a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one) | - |
| contempt | 14 | a manner that is generally disrespectful and contemptuous | - |
| coaching | 16 | the job of a professional coach | - |
| commerce | 16 | the United States federal department that promotes and administers domestic and foreign trade (including management of the census and the patent office); created in 1913 | - |
| consumer | 12 | a person who uses goods or services | - |
| cowardly | 17 | lacking courage; ignobly timid and faint-hearted | cowardly dogs, ye will not aid me then |
| composed | 15 | serenely self-possessed and free from agitation especially in times of stress | the performer seemed completely composed as she stepped onto the stage |
| conclude | 13 | come to a close | - |
| commence | 16 | get off the ground | - |
| confined | 14 | being in captivity | - |
| composer | 14 | someone who composes music as a profession | - |
| contrast | 10 | the opposition or dissimilarity of things that are compared | in contrast to |
| colonies | 10 | - | - |
| cornered | 11 | forced to turn and face attackers | she had me cornered between the porch and her car |
| covenant | 13 | a signed written agreement between two or more parties (nations) to perform some action | - |
| commando | 15 | a member of a military unit trained as shock troops for hit-and-run raids | - |
| coloured | 11 | favoring one person or side over another | - |
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9 letter words
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| condition | 12 | the procedure that is varied in order to estimate a variable's effect by comparison with a control condition | - |
| community | 18 | a district where people live; occupied primarily by private residences | - |
| concerned | 14 | involved in or affected by or having a claim to or share in | a memorandum to those concerned |
| commander | 16 | an officer in the airforce | - |
| committed | 16 | associated in an exclusive sexual relationship | - |
| 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 | - |
| confirmed | 17 | having been established or made firm or received the rite of confirmation | confirmed reservations |
| colleague | 12 | an associate that one works with | - |
| communist | 15 | a socialist who advocates communism | - |
| confident | 15 | persuaded of; very sure | was confident he would win |
| 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 | - |
| cooperate | 13 | work together on a common enterprise of project | - |
| conscious | 13 | intentionally conceived | a conscious effort to speak more slowly |
| 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 |
| companion | 15 | a traveler who accompanies you | - |
| collapsed | 14 | - | - |
| correctly | 16 | in an accurate manner | the flower had been correctly depicted by his son |
| counselor | 11 | a lawyer who pleads cases in court | - |
| continent | 11 | abstaining from sexual intercourse | - |
| collector | 13 | a person who collects things | - |
| contained | 12 | gotten under control | the oil spill is contained |
| conductor | 14 | the person who leads a musical group | - |
| container | 11 | any object that can be used to hold things (especially a large metal boxlike object of standardized dimensions that can be loaded from one form of transport to another) | - |
| courtroom | 13 | a room in which a lawcourt sits | television cameras were admitted in the courtroom |
| countless | 11 | too numerous to be counted | countless hours |
| converted | 15 | - | - |
| cockroach | 22 | any of numerous chiefly nocturnal insects; some are domestic pests | - |
| communion | 15 | sharing thoughts and feelings | - |
| competing | 16 | - | - |
| constable | 13 | a police officer of the lowest rank | - |
| courtyard | 15 | an area wholly or partly surrounded by walls or buildings | - |
| communism | 17 | a form of socialism that abolishes private ownership | - |
| countdown | 15 | counting backward from an arbitrary number to indicate the time remaining before some event (such as launching a space vehicle) | - |
| conceived | 17 | - | - |
| commotion | 15 | the act of making a noisy disturbance | - |
| consulate | 11 | diplomatic building that serves as the residence or workplace of a consul | - |
| collision | 11 | (physics) a brief event in which two or more bodies come together | the collision of the particles resulted in an exchange of energy and a change of direction |
| concealed | 14 | not accessible to view | concealed (or hidden) damage |
| concluded | 15 | having come or been brought to a conclusion | - |
| concubine | 15 | a woman who cohabits with an important man | - |
| component | 15 | an artifact that is one of the individual parts of which a composite entity is made up; especially a part that can be separated from or attached to a system | spare components for cars |
| construct | 13 | make by combining materials and parts | Some eccentric constructed an electric brassiere warmer |
| corrected | 14 | having something undesirable neutralized | with glasses her corrected vision was 20:20 |
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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 |
| 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 | - |
| 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 |
| collective | 17 | done by or characteristic of individuals acting together | the collective mind |
| consistent | 12 | the same throughout in structure or composition | bituminous coal is often treated as a consistent and homogeneous product |
| continuing | 13 | of long duration | - |
| committing | 17 | - | - |
| contribute | 14 | provide | - |
| 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 | - |
| commanding | 18 | used of a height or viewpoint | a commanding view of the ocean |
| compensate | 16 | make payment to; compensate | - |
| comforting | 18 | providing freedom from worry | - |
| concussion | 14 | any violent blow | - |
| collateral | 12 | occurring with or following as a consequence | collateral target damage from a bombing run |
| 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 | - |
| courthouse | 15 | a building that houses judicial courts | - |
| comprehend | 20 | include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory | - |
| conducting | 16 | the direction of an orchestra or choir | he does not use a baton for conducting |
| contestant | 12 | a person who dissents from some established policy | - |
| compatible | 18 | able to exist and perform in harmonious or agreeable combination | a compatible married couple |
| consulting | 13 | - | - |
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Welcome to the captivating world of words that begin with "CO"! This seemingly simple two-letter combo wields a unique charm and influence on the English language, shaping the sound and meaning of countless words. From the commanding "command" to the cunning "cobble," these letters manage to weave themselves into a vast array of expressions, each with its own personality and quirks. Join us on this linguistic journey as we explore popular, high-scoring, and even some unusual "CO" words that add zest to our vocabulary!
About words starting with CO
The English language is teeming with words that start with "CO," a testament to their importance and versatility. This combination often signals collaboration, connection, or cohesion, adding layers of meaning to the words they form. For example, "cooperate" embodies the spirit of working together, while "compose" suggests an artful arrangement. The "CO" prefix is not just a couple of letters; it's a portal to a multitude of meanings and nuances.
But it’s not just about meaning—pronunciation plays a crucial role in the allure of "CO" words. Depending on what follows, "CO" can sound like "koh," "kah," or even "kaw," leading to delightful variations. Consider "combat" versus "cocktail"; the shift in vowel sounds gives each word its distinct flavor. This variety keeps language dynamic and engaging, making "CO" words a playground for linguists and language lovers alike.
Popular word examples
Let’s dive into some of the most popular words beginning with "CO." Each word carries its own story, usage, and fun fact, making our exploration both enlightening and entertaining.
Cooperation
- Definition: The process of working together to the same end.
- Example in a Sentence: The success of the project depended on the cooperation between team members.
- Fun Fact: "Cooperation" shares roots with the Latin word "cooperari," which means to work with.
Comedy
- Definition: A genre of film, literature, and other mediums intended to make an audience laugh.
- Example in a Sentence: The comedy show had the entire audience in stitches.
- Fun Fact: The term "comedy" originates from the Greek word "komoidia," meaning revel or merrymaking.
Comfort
- Definition: A state of physical ease and freedom from pain or constraint.
- Example in a Sentence: She found comfort in her favorite chair after a long day.
- Fun Fact: The word "comfort" is derived from the Latin "confortare," meaning to strengthen greatly.
Conference
- Definition: A formal meeting for discussion.
- Example in a Sentence: The annual conference will cover the latest advances in technology.
- Fun Fact: "Conference" stems from the Latin "conferre," meaning to bring together.
Contrast
- Definition: The state of being strikingly different from something else in juxtaposition.
- Example in a Sentence: The bright colors stood in stark contrast to the dark background.
- Fun Fact: The word "contrast" comes from the Latin "contrastare," meaning to stand against.
Contemplate
- Definition: To look thoughtfully for a long time at.
- Example in a Sentence: He sat quietly, contemplating the beautiful sunset.
- Fun Fact: "Contemplate" has roots in the Latin "contemplari," which means to gaze attentively.
Collect
- Definition: To gather together; to assemble.
- Example in a Sentence: She loves to collect vintage stamps.
- Fun Fact: "Collect" comes from the Latin "collectus," the past participle of "colligere," meaning to gather together.
Convince
- Definition: Cause someone to believe firmly in the truth of something.
- Example in a Sentence: It took some effort to convince him of the plan's merits.
- Fun Fact: "Convince" is derived from the Latin "convincere," meaning to conquer or overcome.
Connection
- Definition: A relationship in which a person or thing is linked or associated with something else.
- Example in a Sentence: They felt an instant connection when they met.
- Fun Fact: "Connection" originates from the Latin "connectere," meaning to bind together.
Combination
- Definition: A joining or merging of different parts or qualities in which the component elements are individually distinct.
- Example in a Sentence: The recipe called for a combination of spices.
- Fun Fact: "Combination" comes from the Latin "combinare," which means to join two by two.
High-scoring scrabble examples
For those who love a good game of Scrabble, here are some high-scoring words starting with "CO" that can give you an edge.
| Word | Scrabble Points | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| Coquetry | 22 | Flirtatious behavior or actions. |
| Cowl | 9 | A hooded garment worn by monks. |
| Coax | 13 | Gently persuade someone to do something. |
| Cobweb | 15 | A spider's web, especially when dusty. |
| Colloquy | 19 | A formal conversation or dialogue. |
Popular 5-letter words for Wordle
Wordle enthusiasts, rejoice! Here are some five-letter "CO" words that might just help you solve the daily puzzle.
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Comic | Relating to or characteristic of comedy. |
| Coral | A marine invertebrate or its exoskeleton. |
| Couch | A piece of furniture for sitting or lying. |
| Court | A tribunal or place for administering justice. |
| Count | To determine the total number of items. |
Unusual and rare word examples
Dive into the realm of unusual and rare words starting with "CO" that are sure to intrigue and expand your vocabulary.
Codswallop
- Definition: Nonsense; something untrue or absurd.
- Interesting Fact: The term gained popularity in the UK in the 20th century but its origin remains uncertain.
- Example in a Sentence: His explanation was dismissed as complete codswallop by the experts.
Conflagration
- Definition: A large and destructive fire.
- Interesting Fact: "Conflagration" comes from the Latin "conflagrare," meaning to burn up.
- Example in a Sentence: The conflagration destroyed several buildings before being controlled.
Coterie
- Definition: A small group of people with shared interests or tastes, especially one that is exclusive.
- Interesting Fact: This word derives from the Old French "coterie," meaning an association of villagers.
- Example in a Sentence: The artist was part of a coterie that met weekly to discuss their work.
Coalesce
- Definition: To come together to form one mass or whole.
- Interesting Fact: "Coalesce" is rooted in the Latin "coalescere," meaning to grow together.
- Example in a Sentence: The various factions coalesced into a unified movement.
Colloquium
- Definition: An academic conference or seminar.
- Interesting Fact: It comes from the Latin "colloquium," meaning a talk or conversation.
- Example in a Sentence: She attended a colloquium on digital humanities.
Comestible
- Definition: An item of food.
- Interesting Fact: "Comestible" is derived from the Latin "comestibilis," meaning fit to eat.
- Example in a Sentence: The table was laden with comestibles of all kinds.
Final words
Words starting with "CO" are a fascinating segment of the English language, offering a rich tapestry of meanings, sounds, and histories. Whether you're a fan of word games or simply enjoy expanding your vocabulary, exploring these words can be both educational and entertaining. As you continue your linguistic adventures, may you find joy and intrigue in the dynamic world that these "CO" words create!
