Words Starting With E
Welcome to a world of exciting words that start with the letter E! From energetic elephants to enchanting evenings, this page is packed with entertaining entries that will elevate your vocabulary and enliven your conversations. So, let's embark on this electric exploration and discover the essence of E!
2 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| em | 4 | a linear unit (1/6 inch) used in printing | - |
| eh | 5 | - | - |
| ex | 9 | a woman who was formerly a particular man's wife | all his exes live in Texas |
| er | 2 | a trivalent metallic element of the rare earth group; occurs with yttrium | - |
| ed | 3 | impotence resulting from a man's inability to have or maintain an erection of his penis | - |
| el | 2 | angular distance above the horizon (especially of a celestial object) | - |
| en | 2 | half the width of an em | - |
| es | 2 | a radioactive transuranic element produced by bombarding plutonium with neutrons | - |
| et | 2 | - | - |
| ew | 5 | military action involving the use of electromagnetic energy to determine or exploit or reduce or prevent hostile use of the electromagnetic spectrum | - |
| ee | 2 | the branch of engineering science that studies the uses of electricity and the equipment for power generation and distribution and the control of machines and communication | - |
| ea | 2 | the Babylonian god of wisdom; son of Apsu and father of Marduk; counterpart of the Sumerian Enki; as one of the supreme triad including Anu and Bel he was assigned control of the watery element | - |
| ef | 5 | - | - |
3 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| eat | 3 | take in food; used of animals only | This dog doesn't eat certain kinds of meat |
| end | 4 | a piece of cloth that is left over after the rest has been used or sold | - |
| eye | 6 | the organ of sight | - |
| ear | 3 | the externally visible cartilaginous structure of the external ear | - |
| eve | 6 | the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall) | he enjoyed the evening light across the lake |
| egg | 5 | oval reproductive body of a fowl (especially a hen) used as food | - |
| era | 3 | a period marked by distinctive character or reckoned from a fixed point or event | - |
| est | 3 | standard time in the 5th time zone west of Greenwich, reckoned at the 75th meridian; used in the eastern United States | - |
| ego | 4 | an inflated feeling of pride in your superiority to others | - |
| err | 3 | wander from a direct course or at random | - |
| elf | 6 | below 3 kilohertz | - |
| eta | 3 | a terrorist organization organized in 1959 by student activists who were dissatisfied with the moderate nationalism of the traditional Basque party; want to create an independent homeland in Spain's western Pyrenees | - |
| ere | 3 | - | - |
| ell | 3 | an extension at the end and at right angles to the main building | - |
| eel | 3 | the fatty flesh of eel; an elongate fish found in fresh water in Europe and America; large eels are usually smoked or pickled | - |
| elm | 5 | hard tough wood of an elm tree; used for e.g. implements and furniture | - |
| eng | 4 | - | - |
| elk | 7 | large North American deer with large much-branched antlers in the male | - |
| eon | 3 | (Gnosticism) a divine power or nature emanating from the Supreme Being and playing various roles in the operation of the universe | - |
| ebb | 7 | a gradual decline (in size or strength or power or number) | - |
| emu | 5 | any of various systems of units for measuring electricity and magnetism | - |
| erk | 7 | - | - |
| eau | 3 | - | - |
| ers | 3 | - | - |
| eff | 9 | have sexual intercourse with | - |
| ems | 5 | - | - |
| ewe | 6 | a Kwa language spoken by the Ewe in Ghana and Togo and Benin | - |
| eds | 4 | a rapid automatic system to detect plastic explosives in passengers' luggage using X-ray technology and computers; designed for use in airports | - |
| eke | 7 | - | - |
| ern | 3 | bulky greyish-brown eagle with a short wedge-shaped white tail; of Europe and Greenland | - |
| eas | 3 | a federal warning system that is activated by FEMA; enables the President to take over the United States airwaves to warn the whole country of major catastrophic events | - |
| eme | 5 | - | - |
| ens | 3 | - | - |
| elt | 3 | - | - |
| eth | 6 | - | - |
| emf | 8 | the rate at which energy is drawn from a source that produces a flow of electricity in a circuit; expressed in volts | - |
| ene | 3 | the compass point midway between northeast and east | - |
| ess | 3 | - | - |
| eft | 6 | a newt in its terrestrial stage of development | - |
| erg | 4 | a cgs unit of work or energy; the work done by a force of one dyne acting over a distance of one centimeter | - |
| erf | 6 | - | - |
| erm | 5 | - | - |
| euk | 7 | - | - |
| evo | 6 | - | - |
| ewk | 10 | - | - |
| ewt | 6 | - | - |
| exo | 10 | - | - |
| ean | 3 | - | - |
| ech | 8 | - | - |
| eco | 5 | - | - |
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4 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| even | 7 | to a greater degree or extent; used with comparisons | looked sick and felt even worse |
| ever | 7 | at all times; all the time and on every occasion | ever hoping to strike it rich |
| else | 4 | - | - |
| each | 9 | to or from every one of two or more (considered individually) | they received $10 each |
| eyes | 7 | opinion or judgment | in the eyes of the law |
| easy | 7 | not hurried or forced | an easy walk around the block |
| evil | 7 | morally objectionable behavior | - |
| east | 4 | the countries of Asia | - |
| eggs | 6 | oval reproductive body of a fowl (especially a hen) used as food | - |
| eric | 6 | - | - |
| earn | 4 | earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages | She earns a lot in her new job |
| edge | 6 | the attribute of urgency in tone of voice | his voice had an edge to it |
| emma | 8 | - | - |
| exam | 13 | a set of questions or exercises evaluating skill or knowledge | - |
| exit | 11 | move out of or depart from | - |
| ease | 4 | make easier | - |
| eats | 4 | informal terms for a meal | - |
| earl | 4 | a British peer ranking below a marquess and above a viscount | - |
| envy | 10 | spite and resentment at seeing the success of another (personified as one of the deadly sins) | - |
| eyed | 8 | having an eye or eyes or eyelike feature especially as specified; often used in combination | a peacock's eyed feathers |
| echo | 9 | ring or echo with sound | - |
| euro | 4 | the basic monetary unit of most members of the European Union (introduced in 1999); in 2002 twelve European nations (Germany, France, Belgium, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Ireland, Greece, Austria, Finland) adopted the euro as their basic unit of money and abandoned their traditional currencies | - |
| edit | 5 | prepare for publication or presentation by correcting, revising, or adapting | she edited the letters of the politician so as to omit the most personal passages |
| epic | 8 | constituting or having to do with or suggestive of a literary epic | epic tradition |
| eddy | 9 | flow in a circular current, of liquids | - |
| edgy | 9 | being in a tense state | - |
| emmy | 11 | an annual award by the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences for outstanding achievements in television | - |
| expo | 13 | a collection of things (goods or works of art etc.) for public display | - |
| egos | 5 | - | - |
| eros | 4 | a desire for sexual intimacy | - |
| ergo | 5 | - | - |
| emit | 6 | expel (gases or odors) | - |
| eyre | 7 | a shallow salt lake in south central Australia about 35 feet below sea level; the largest lake in the country and the lowest point on the continent | - |
| emir | 6 | an independent ruler or chieftain (especially in Africa or Arabia) | - |
| exec | 13 | the chief executive department of the United States government | - |
| etch | 9 | carve or cut a design or letters into | - |
| etna | 4 | a gas burner used in laboratories; has an air valve to regulate the mixture of gas and air | - |
| espy | 9 | catch sight of | - |
| elan | 4 | distinctive and stylish elegance | - |
| ecru | 6 | a very light brown | - |
| eide | 5 | - | - |
| esse | 4 | - | - |
| empt | 8 | - | - |
| epee | 6 | a fencing sword similar to a foil but with a heavier blade | - |
| eyen | 7 | - | - |
| eath | 7 | - | - |
| eave | 7 | - | - |
| eale | 4 | - | - |
| eans | 4 | - | - |
| eard | 5 | - | - |
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5 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| every | 11 | each and all of a series of entities or intervals as specified | every third seat |
| earth | 8 | the 3rd planet from the sun; the planet we live on | - |
| early | 8 | in good time | - |
| eight | 9 | one of four playing cards in a deck with eight pips on the face | - |
| enjoy | 15 | derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in | - |
| empty | 12 | leave behind empty; move out of | - |
| enemy | 10 | an armed adversary (especially a member of an opposing military force) | - |
| enter | 5 | to come or go into | the boat entered an area of shallow marshes |
| extra | 12 | added to a regular schedule | - |
| exist | 12 | support oneself | he could barely exist on such a low wage |
| ended | 7 | having come or been brought to a conclusion | the affair is over, ended, finished |
| eaten | 5 | - | - |
| event | 8 | a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon | he acted very wise after the event |
| exact | 14 | claim as due or just | - |
| equal | 14 | a person who is of equal standing with another in a group | - |
| elder | 6 | used of the older of two persons of the same name especially used to distinguish a father from his son | - |
| eagle | 6 | shoot two strokes under par | She eagled the hole |
| entry | 8 | a written record of a commercial transaction | - |
| error | 5 | a misconception resulting from incorrect information | - |
| eager | 6 | a high wave (often dangerous) caused by tidal flow (as by colliding tidal currents or in a narrow estuary) | - |
| elite | 5 | selected as the best | elite colleges |
| erase | 5 | remove by or as if by rubbing or erasing | Please erase the formula on the blackboard--it is wrong! |
| 7 | communicate electronically on the computer | - | |
| essay | 8 | make an effort or attempt | The infant had essayed a few wobbly steps |
| exile | 12 | the act of expelling a person from their native land | men in exile dream of hope |
| elbow | 10 | hinge joint between the forearm and upper arm and the corresponding joint in the forelimb of a quadruped | - |
| elves | 8 | an acronym for emissions of light and very low frequency perturbations due to electromagnetic pulse sources; extremely bright extremely short (less than a msec) electrical flashes forming a huge ring (up to 400 km diameter) in the ionosphere | - |
| erica | 7 | any plant of the genus Erica | - |
| eater | 5 | someone who consumes food for nourishment | - |
| expel | 14 | eliminate (a substance) | - |
| elect | 7 | an exclusive group of people | one of the elect who have power inside the government |
| emery | 10 | a hard grey-black mineral consisting of corundum and either hematite or magnetite; used as an abrasive (especially as a coating on paper) | - |
| eerie | 5 | inspiring a feeling of fear; strange and frightening | an uncomfortable and eerie stillness in the woods |
| elope | 7 | run away secretly with one's beloved | The young couple eloped and got married in Las Vegas |
| ether | 8 | a colorless volatile highly flammable liquid formerly used as an inhalation anesthetic | - |
| erect | 7 | cause to rise up | - |
| enema | 7 | an injection of a liquid through the anus to stimulate evacuation; sometimes used for diagnostic purposes | - |
| envoy | 11 | someone sent on a mission to represent the interests of someone else | - |
| erupt | 7 | erupt or intensify suddenly | Unrest erupted in the country |
| evade | 9 | avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues) | They tend to evade their responsibilities |
| excel | 14 | distinguish oneself | She excelled in math |
| exert | 12 | have and exercise | - |
| ebony | 10 | a very dark black | - |
| ethic | 10 | the principles of right and wrong that are accepted by an individual or a social group | the Puritan ethic |
| evict | 10 | expel from one's property or force to move out by a legal process | The landlord evicted the tenants after they had not paid the rent for four months |
| eject | 14 | put out or expel from a place | - |
| edged | 8 | (of speech) harsh or hurtful in tone or character | edged satire |
| enact | 7 | order by virtue of superior authority; decree | the legislature enacted this law in 1985 |
| equip | 16 | provide with (something) usually for a specific purpose | The expedition was equipped with proper clothing, food, and other necessities |
| evert | 8 | United States tennis player who won women's singles titles in the United States and at Wimbledon (born in 1954) | - |
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6 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| enough | 10 | an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose | enough is as good as a feast |
| excuse | 15 | a defense of some offensive behavior or some failure to keep a promise etc. | he kept finding excuses to stay |
| either | 9 | - | - |
| entire | 6 | constituting the full quantity or extent; complete | an entire town devastated by an earthquake |
| expect | 17 | regard something as probable or likely | The meteorologists are expecting rain for tomorrow |
| except | 17 | take exception to | - |
| eating | 7 | the act of consuming food | - |
| escape | 10 | remove oneself from a familiar environment, usually for pleasure or diversion | We escaped to our summer house for a few days |
| energy | 10 | (physics) a thermodynamic quantity equivalent to the capacity of a physical system to do work; the units of energy are joules or ergs | energy can take a wide variety of forms |
| engine | 7 | a wheeled vehicle consisting of a self-propelled engine that is used to draw trains along railway tracks | - |
| easier | 6 | - | - |
| easily | 9 | with ease (`easy' is sometimes used informally for `easily') | she was easily excited |
| effect | 14 | a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon | the magnetic effect was greater when the rod was lengthwise |
| effort | 12 | earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something | made an effort to cover all the reading material |
| expert | 15 | having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude | an expert job |
| ending | 8 | event whose occurrence ends something | his death marked the ending of an era |
| estate | 6 | a major social class or order of persons regarded collectively as part of the body politic of the country (especially in the United Kingdom) and formerly possessing distinct political rights | - |
| empire | 10 | a group of diverse companies under common ownership and run as a single organization | - |
| earned | 7 | gained or acquired; especially through merit or as a result of effort or action | a well-earned reputation for honesty |
| eleven | 9 | a team that plays football | - |
| escort | 8 | a participant in a date | - |
| editor | 7 | a person responsible for the editorial aspects of publication; the person who determines the final content of a text (especially of a newspaper or magazine) | - |
| ensure | 6 | be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something | - |
| easter | 6 | a wind from the east | - |
| endure | 7 | persist for a specified period of time | - |
| expose | 15 | to show, make visible or apparent | - |
| extend | 14 | extend in scope or range or area | The law was extended to all citizens |
| eighty | 13 | being ten more than seventy | - |
| engage | 8 | consume all of one's attention or time | - |
| exotic | 15 | being or from or characteristic of another place or part of the world | exotic plants in a greenhouse |
| eldest | 7 | the offspring who came first in the order of birth | - |
| eighth | 13 | coming next after the seventh and just before the ninth in position | - |
| extent | 13 | the distance or area or volume over which something extends | the vast extent of the desert |
| erotic | 8 | giving sexual pleasure; sexually arousing | - |
| expand | 16 | exaggerate or make bigger | - |
| erased | 7 | - | - |
| esteem | 8 | the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded) | it is held in esteem |
| ethics | 11 | the philosophical study of moral values and rules | - |
| edited | 8 | improved or corrected by critical editing | - |
| emerge | 9 | come out of | - |
| excess | 15 | excessive indulgence | - |
| employ | 13 | engage or hire for work | How many people has she employed? |
| errand | 7 | a short trip that is taken in the performance of a necessary task or mission | - |
| evolve | 12 | work out | - |
| export | 15 | commodities (goods or services) sold to a foreign country | - |
| entity | 9 | that which is perceived or known or inferred to have its own distinct existence (living or nonliving) | - |
| echoes | 11 | - | - |
| ethnic | 11 | denoting or deriving from or distinctive of the ways of living built up by a group of people | influenced by ethnic and cultural ties |
| enable | 8 | render capable or able for some task | This skill will enable you to find a job on Wall Street |
| enigma | 9 | a difficult problem | - |
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7 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| exactly | 19 | indicating exactness or preciseness | he was doing precisely (or exactly) what she had told him to do |
| evening | 11 | the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall) | he enjoyed the evening light across the lake |
| explain | 16 | serve as a reason or cause or justification of | Her recent divorce may explain her reluctance to date again |
| english | 11 | an Indo-European language belonging to the West Germanic branch; the official language of Britain and the United States and most of the commonwealth countries | - |
| earlier | 7 | comparatives of `soon' or `early' | came earlier than I expected |
| example | 18 | a representative form or pattern | I profited from his example |
| excited | 17 | (of persons) excessively affected by emotion | - |
| escaped | 12 | having escaped, especially from confinement | searching for two escaped prisoners |
| emperor | 11 | large richly colored butterfly | - |
| express | 16 | obtain from a substance, as by mechanical action | Italians express coffee rather than filter it |
| engaged | 10 | (of facilities such as telephones or lavatories) unavailable for use by anyone else or indicating unavailability; (`engaged' is a British term for a busy telephone line) | receptionists' telephones are always engaged |
| effects | 15 | property of a personal character that is portable but not used in business | she left some of her personal effects in the house |
| extreme | 16 | of the greatest possible degree or extent or intensity | extreme cold |
| eternal | 7 | tiresomely long; seemingly without end | the wait seemed eternal |
| economy | 14 | an act of economizing; reduction in cost | it was a small economy to walk to work every day |
| episode | 10 | a part of a broadcast serial | - |
| explode | 17 | cause to burst with a violent release of energy | We exploded the nuclear bomb |
| exposed | 17 | with no protection or shield | the exposed northeast frontier |
| emotion | 9 | any strong feeling | - |
| eastern | 7 | from the east; used especially of winds | an eastern wind |
| embrace | 13 | include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory | - |
| endless | 8 | having no known beginning and presumably no end | time is endless |
| embassy | 14 | a diplomatic building where ambassadors live or work | - |
| element | 9 | 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 | a component or constituent element of a system |
| examine | 16 | put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to | - |
| elegant | 8 | suggesting taste, ease, and wealth | - |
| elected | 10 | subject to popular election | - |
| explore | 16 | inquire into | - |
| essence | 9 | the central meaning or theme of a speech or literary work | - |
| equally | 19 | in equal amounts or shares; in a balanced or impartial way | they split their winnings equally |
| evolved | 14 | - | - |
| execute | 16 | carry out or perform an action | the skater executed a triple pirouette |
| editing | 9 | putting something (as a literary work or a legislative bill) into acceptable form | - |
| ecstasy | 12 | street names for methylenedioxymethamphetamine | - |
| expense | 16 | amounts paid for goods and services that may be currently tax deductible (as opposed to capital expenditures) | - |
| elderly | 11 | people who are old collectively | - |
| edition | 8 | something a little different from others of the same type | the boy is a younger edition of his father |
| exhibit | 19 | to show, make visible or apparent | The Metropolitan Museum is exhibiting Goya's works this month |
| extract | 16 | obtain from a substance, as by mechanical action | - |
| earning | 8 | - | - |
| echoing | 13 | (of sounds) repeating by reflection | a hotel with echoing halls |
| extinct | 16 | no longer in existence; lost or especially having died out leaving no living representatives | an extinct species of fish |
| expired | 17 | having come to an end or become void after passage of a period of time | an expired passport |
| easiest | 7 | - | - |
| eclipse | 11 | be greater in significance than | - |
| educate | 10 | create by training and teaching | - |
| empress | 11 | a woman emperor or the wife of an emperor | - |
| emerald | 10 | a green transparent form of beryl; highly valued as a gemstone | - |
| exploit | 16 | draw from; make good use of | we must exploit the resources we are given wisely |
| emerged | 11 | - | - |
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8 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| everyone | 14 | Everybody; commonly separated, every one. | - |
| evidence | 14 | provide evidence for | - |
| expected | 20 | considered likely or probable to happen or arrive | prepared for the expected attack |
| everyday | 18 | appropriate for ordinary or routine occasions | everyday clothes |
| exciting | 18 | creating or arousing excitement | an exciting account of her trip |
| exchange | 21 | exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category | - |
| elevator | 11 | lifting device consisting of a platform or cage that is raised and lowered mechanically in a vertical shaft in order to move people from one floor to another in a building | - |
| entrance | 10 | put into a trance | - |
| exercise | 17 | systematic training by multiple repetitions | - |
| entirely | 11 | without any others being included or involved | was entirely to blame |
| electric | 12 | using or providing or producing or transmitting or operated by electricity | electric current |
| elephant | 13 | five-toed pachyderm | - |
| enormous | 10 | extraordinarily large in size or extent or amount or power or degree | an enormous boulder |
| election | 10 | a vote to select the winner of a position or political office | the results of the election will be announced tonight |
| engineer | 9 | plan and direct (a complex undertaking) | - |
| entering | 9 | a movement into or inward | - |
| employee | 15 | a worker who is hired to perform a job | - |
| economic | 14 | using the minimum of time or resources necessary for effectiveness | an economic use of home heating oil |
| einstein | 8 | someone who has exceptional intellectual ability and originality | - |
| educated | 12 | characterized by full comprehension of the problem involved | an educated guess |
| envelope | 13 | the bag containing the gas in a balloon | - |
| eternity | 11 | a state of eternal existence believed in some religions to characterize the afterlife | - |
| elements | 10 | violent or severe weather (viewed as caused by the action of the four elements) | they felt the full fury of the elements |
| executed | 18 | put to death as punishment | claimed the body of the executed traitor |
| expelled | 18 | - | - |
| entitled | 9 | qualified for by right according to law | we are all entitled to equal protection under the law |
| egyptian | 14 | a native or inhabitant of Egypt | - |
| eighteen | 12 | being one more than seventeen | - |
| evacuate | 13 | excrete or discharge from the body | - |
| exploded | 19 | showing the parts of something separated but in positions that show their correct relation to one another | the manufacturer provided an exploded view of the apparatus |
| escaping | 13 | - | - |
| exposure | 17 | the state of being vulnerable or exposed | his exposure to ridicule |
| examined | 18 | - | - |
| equipped | 22 | carrying weapons | - |
| equation | 17 | the act of regarding as equal | - |
| employed | 16 | put to use | - |
| external | 15 | from or between other countries | external commerce |
| estimate | 10 | judge to be probable | - |
| existing | 16 | having existence or being or actuality | much of the beluga caviar existing in the world is found in the Soviet Union and Iran |
| extended | 17 | relatively long in duration; tediously protracted | an extended discussion |
| earliest | 8 | with the least delay | - |
| employer | 15 | a person or firm that employs workers | - |
| epidemic | 15 | a widespread outbreak of an infectious disease; many people are infected at the same time | - |
| evenings | 12 | - | - |
| erection | 10 | the act of building or putting up | - |
| espresso | 10 | strong black coffee brewed by forcing hot water under pressure through finely ground coffee beans | - |
| eyesight | 15 | normal use of the faculty of vision | - |
| exorcism | 19 | freeing from evil spirits | - |
| embraced | 15 | - | - |
| eligible | 11 | qualified for or allowed or worthy of being chosen | eligible to run for office |
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9 letter words
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| everybody | 21 | Every person. | - |
| excellent | 18 | very good; of the highest quality | made an excellent speech |
| expensive | 21 | high in price or charging high prices | expensive clothes |
| emergency | 17 | a brake operated by hand; usually operates by mechanical linkage | - |
| expecting | 21 | - | - |
| extremely | 21 | to a high degree or extent; favorably or with much respect | extremely interesting |
| education | 12 | the United States federal department that administers all federal programs dealing with education (including federal aid to educational institutions and students); created 1979 | - |
| emotional | 11 | (of persons) excessively affected by emotion | he would become emotional over nothing at all |
| equipment | 22 | an instrumentality needed for an undertaking or to perform a service | - |
| explosion | 18 | a violent release of energy caused by a chemical or nuclear reaction | - |
| existence | 18 | the state or fact of existing | laws in existence for centuries |
| exhausted | 20 | drained of energy or effectiveness; extremely tired; completely exhausted | the day's shopping left her exhausted |
| executive | 21 | someone who manages a government agency or department | - |
| effective | 20 | exerting force or influence | the law is effective immediately |
| elsewhere | 15 | - | - |
| encounter | 11 | contend against an opponent in a sport, game, or battle | - |
| evolution | 12 | (biology) the sequence of events involved in the evolutionary development of a species or taxonomic group of organisms | - |
| essential | 9 | anything indispensable | the essentials of the good life |
| exception | 20 | a deliberate act of omission | with the exception of the children, everyone was told the news |
| execution | 18 | putting a condemned person to death | - |
| establish | 14 | institute, enact, or establish | - |
| embarrass | 13 | cause to be embarrassed; cause to feel self-conscious | - |
| exclusive | 21 | not divided or shared with others | they have exclusive use of the machine |
| encourage | 12 | contribute to the progress or growth of | - |
| eliminate | 11 | eliminate from the body | - |
| entertain | 9 | take into consideration, have in view | He entertained the notion of moving to South America |
| explosive | 21 | liable to lead to sudden change or violence | an explosive issue |
| efficient | 17 | able to accomplish a purpose; functioning effectively | an efficient secretary |
| excrement | 20 | waste matter (as urine or sweat but especially feces) discharged from the body | - |
| extension | 16 | the most direct or specific meaning of a word or expression; the class of objects that an expression refers to | the extension of `satellite of Mars' is the set containing only Demos and Phobos |
| expressed | 19 | precisely and clearly expressed or readily observable; leaving nothing to implication | - |
| elaborate | 11 | make more complex, intricate, or richer | - |
| economics | 15 | the branch of social science that deals with the production and distribution and consumption of goods and services and their management | - |
| exquisite | 25 | delicately beautiful | an exquisite cameo |
| excessive | 21 | unrestrained, especially with regard to feelings | - |
| estimated | 12 | - | - |
| evidently | 16 | unmistakably (`plain' is often used informally for `plainly') | she was in bed and evidently in great pain |
| expertise | 18 | skillfulness by virtue of possessing special knowledge | - |
| exploding | 20 | - | - |
| exploring | 19 | - | - |
| extensive | 19 | large in spatial extent or range or scope or quantity | an extensive Roman settlement in northwest England |
| exchanged | 23 | changed for (replaced by) something different | - |
| eccentric | 15 | a person of a specified kind (usually with many eccentricities) | a friendly eccentric |
| exploited | 19 | (of persons) taken advantage of | - |
| evacuated | 15 | - | - |
| enchanted | 15 | influenced as by charms or incantations | - |
| emptiness | 13 | an empty area or space | the emptiness of outer space |
| expansion | 18 | adding information or detail | - |
| extortion | 16 | an exorbitant charge | - |
| endlessly | 13 | continuing forever without end | - |
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10 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| everything | 20 | - | - |
| especially | 17 | to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common | an especially (or specially) cautious approach to the danger |
| everywhere | 22 | to or in any or all places | You find fast food stores everywhere |
| experience | 21 | go through (mental or physical states or experiences) | experience vertigo |
| eventually | 16 | after an unspecified period of time or an especially long delay | - |
| experiment | 21 | the testing of an idea | it was an experiment in living |
| expression | 19 | a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations | pardon the expression |
| engagement | 14 | a mutual promise to marry | - |
| excitement | 21 | something that agitates and arouses | he looked forward to the excitements of the day |
| electrical | 14 | using or providing or producing or transmitting or operated by electricity | electrical appliances |
| exhibition | 22 | a collection of things (goods or works of art etc.) for public display | - |
| earthquake | 26 | shaking and vibration at the surface of the earth resulting from underground movement along a fault plane or from volcanic activity | - |
| electronic | 14 | of or relating to electronics; concerned with or using devices that operate on principles governing the behavior of electrons | electronic devices |
| employment | 19 | the occupation for which you are paid | he is looking for employment |
| expedition | 20 | a military campaign designed to achieve a specific objective in a foreign country | - |
| elementary | 15 | of or being the essential or basic part | an elementary need for love and nurturing |
| enthusiasm | 15 | overflowing with eager enjoyment or approval | - |
| exaggerate | 19 | do something to an excessive degree | - |
| excellency | 24 | an outstanding feature; something in which something or someone excels | - |
| enterprise | 12 | readiness to embark on bold new ventures | - |
| eliminated | 13 | - | - |
| encouraged | 14 | inspired with confidence | - |
| equivalent | 22 | the atomic weight of an element that has the same combining capacity as a given weight of another element; the standard is 8 for oxygen | - |
| evacuation | 15 | the bodily process of discharging waste matter | - |
| extinction | 19 | complete annihilation | they think a meteor cause the extinction of the dinosaurs |
| evaluation | 13 | act of ascertaining or fixing the value or worth of | - |
| exhausting | 21 | having a debilitating effect | an exhausting job in the hot sun |
| endangered | 13 | (of flora or fauna) in imminent danger of extinction | an endangered species |
| efficiency | 23 | skillfulness in avoiding wasted time and effort | she did the work with great efficiency |
| eyewitness | 16 | a spectator who can describe what happened | - |
| excellence | 21 | an outstanding feature; something in which something or someone excels | a center of manufacturing excellence |
| exercising | 20 | the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit | he did some exercising |
| extraction | 19 | properties attributable to your ancestry | - |
| enormously | 15 | extremely | he was enormously popular |
| enchanting | 16 | capturing interest as if by a spell | enchanting music |
| exchanging | 24 | - | - |
| exhaustion | 20 | serious weakening and loss of energy | - |
| extinguish | 21 | extinguish by crushing | - |
| excavation | 22 | the act of extracting ores or coal etc from the earth | - |
| ecological | 15 | of or relating to the science of ecology | ecological research |
| expiration | 19 | the act of expelling air from the lungs | - |
| exclaiming | 22 | an abrupt excited utterance | there was much exclaiming over it |
| economical | 16 | using the minimum of time or resources necessary for effectiveness | a modern economical heating system |
| embroidery | 18 | decorative needlework | - |
| evacuating | 16 | - | - |
| expressive | 22 | characterized by expression | a very expressive face |
| eradicated | 14 | - | - |
| euthanasia | 13 | the act of killing someone painlessly (especially someone suffering from an incurable illness) | - |
| expressway | 25 | a broad highway designed for high-speed traffic | - |
| expectancy | 26 | an expectation | - |
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Imagine a world where the letter E reigns supreme! This vowel, with its elegant curves and essential presence, has a magical ability to transform words into extraordinary expressions. Whether enhancing the pronunciation or adding a dash of intrigue, words starting with E have a unique flair. From everyday essentials to exotic enigmas, there's much to explore. Dive into this enchanting realm, where each word tells a story and adds a sprinkle of excitement to our language.
About words starting with E
The letter E is the most frequently used letter in the English language, and it’s no surprise that words starting with this vowel are abundant and diverse. E has an extraordinary ability to appear in various positions within a word, often influencing its formation and meaning. For instance, consider the difference between "effective" and "efficient." Both start with E but convey distinct nuances of productivity, with "effective" emphasizing successful results and "efficient" highlighting resourcefulness.
Pronunciation-wise, words beginning with E can be playful or profound. The letter can sound like a soft "eh" in "elegant" or a sharp "ee" in "eel." These variations add a melodious quality to our speech. Take "euphoria," for instance, a word that not only sounds joyous but also evokes a sense of bliss. The versatility of E makes these words not just useful but also fun to pronounce and play with.
Popular word examples
Explore some popular examples of words starting with E that make our conversations colorful and intriguing.
Enthusiasm
- Definition: Intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval.
- Example in a Sentence: Her enthusiasm for the project was contagious, inspiring everyone on the team.
- Fun Fact: The word comes from the Greek "enthousiasmos," meaning "possessed by a god."
Elephant
- Definition: A large mammal known for its long trunk, tusks, and intelligence.
- Example in a Sentence: The elephant gracefully moved through the savannah, its presence both majestic and serene.
- Fun Fact: Elephants are the largest land animals and are known for their exceptional memory.
Eclipse
- Definition: An event where one celestial body moves into the shadow of another.
- Example in a Sentence: The solar eclipse drew crowds of sky gazers, all eager to witness the rare phenomenon.
- Fun Fact: The term "eclipse" originates from the Greek word "ekleipsis," meaning "abandonment" or "downfall."
Exuberant
- Definition: Filled with lively energy and excitement.
- Example in a Sentence: His exuberant personality made him the life of every party.
- Fun Fact: "Exuberant" comes from the Latin word "exuberare," which means "overflowing."
Enigma
- Definition: A person or thing that is mysterious or difficult to understand.
- Example in a Sentence: Despite years of study, the ancient hieroglyphs remained an enigma to archaeologists.
- Fun Fact: The word "enigma" is derived from the Greek "ainigma," meaning "riddle."
Empathy
- Definition: The ability to understand and share the feelings of another.
- Example in a Sentence: Her empathy allowed her to connect deeply with others, offering comfort and understanding.
- Fun Fact: The term "empathy" was coined in the early 20th century, combining the Greek "em-" (in) with "pathos" (feeling).
Ecosystem
- Definition: A biological community of interacting organisms and their physical environment.
- Example in a Sentence: The rainforest is a complex ecosystem teeming with diverse flora and fauna.
- Fun Fact: The concept of an ecosystem was first introduced by British ecologist Arthur Tansley in 1935.
Enlighten
- Definition: To give someone greater knowledge and understanding about a subject or situation.
- Example in a Sentence: The documentary aimed to enlighten viewers about the importance of preserving natural habitats.
- Fun Fact: The word "enlighten" has roots in the Old English "inlihtan," meaning "to remove the dimness or blindness."
Epic
- Definition: A long poem, typically derived from ancient oral tradition, narrating the deeds and adventures of heroic or legendary figures.
- Example in a Sentence: Homer's "Iliad" is considered one of the greatest epics of all time.
- Fun Fact: The word "epic" comes from the Greek "epikos," relating to poetic stories of heroes.
Euphoria
- Definition: A feeling or state of intense excitement and happiness.
- Example in a Sentence: Winning the championship filled the team with euphoria.
- Fun Fact: The word "euphoria" comes from the Greek "euphoros," meaning "bearing well."
High-scoring scrabble examples
For Scrabble enthusiasts, words starting with E can be game-changers. Here are some high-scoring examples:
| Word | Scrabble Points | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| Exquisite | 26 | Extremely beautiful and delicate |
| Expunge | 17 | To erase or remove completely |
| Ejective | 18 | Relating to a consonant produced with an ejection of breath |
| Emblazon | 21 | To inscribe or decorate conspicuously |
| Equivocal | 23 | Open to more than one interpretation; ambiguous |
Popular 5-letter words for Wordle
Wordle enthusiasts know the thrill of finding the perfect five-letter word. Here are some popular choices starting with E:
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Earth | The planet on which we live |
| Eagle | A large bird of prey |
| Elude | Evade or escape from |
| Elite | A select group that is superior in terms of ability or qualities |
| Entry | An act of going or coming in |
Unusual and rare word examples
Delve into the world of rare and unusual words starting with E that add a touch of mystery to our vocabulary.
Ephemeral
- Definition: Lasting for a very short time.
- Interesting Fact: The word comes from the Greek "ephemeros," meaning "lasting only a day."
- Example in a Sentence: The beauty of the cherry blossoms is ephemeral, making them all the more cherished.
Eccentric
- Definition: Unconventional and slightly strange.
- Interesting Fact: "Eccentric" comes from the Greek "ekkentros," meaning "out of center."
- Example in a Sentence: His eccentric fashion sense always made him stand out in a crowd.
Echelon
- Definition: A level or rank in an organization or society.
- Interesting Fact: The term originated from a military formation called "eschelon" in French.
- Example in a Sentence: She quickly rose through the corporate echelons due to her impressive skills.
Effulgent
- Definition: Shining brightly; radiant.
- Interesting Fact: "Effulgent" comes from the Latin "effulgere," meaning "to shine forth."
- Example in a Sentence: The effulgent glow of the sunset painted the sky in hues of orange and pink.
Elysian
- Definition: Relating to or characteristic of heaven or paradise.
- Interesting Fact: The term derives from "Elysium," the final resting place of the souls of the heroic and the virtuous in Greek mythology.
- Example in a Sentence: The resort's Elysian beauty made it feel like a slice of paradise on earth.
Final words
Exploring words that start with E reveals a treasure trove of linguistic delights. Whether you're a Scrabble strategist, a Wordle wizard, or simply a lover of language, these words bring joy, depth, and a touch of magic to our everyday conversations. So the next time you encounter an enigmatic E-word, embrace its elegance and let your enthusiasm shine!
