Words Starting With GR
Welcome, word explorers! Dive into the world of words that kick off with "GR." From grinning to growling and everything in between, discover fascinating words that start with these two powerful letters. Unleash your curiosity and see where this 'GR' adventure takes you. Let’s get started with some great finds!
3 letter words
| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| grr | 4 | - | - |
4 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| grow | 8 | pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become | - |
| grab | 7 | the act of catching an object with the hands | he made a grab for the ball before it landed |
| grew | 8 | - | - |
| gray | 8 | make grey | - |
| grey | 8 | make grey | The painter decided to grey the sky |
| grip | 7 | to grip or seize, as in a wrestling match | - |
| gran | 5 | the mother of your father or mother | - |
| grid | 6 | a system of high tension cables by which electrical power is distributed throughout a region | - |
| gram | 7 | a metric unit of weight equal to one thousandth of a kilogram | - |
| grim | 7 | harshly uninviting or formidable in manner or appearance | a grim man loving duty more than humanity |
| grin | 5 | a facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement | - |
| grub | 7 | informal terms for a meal | - |
| grad | 6 | a person who has received a degree from a school (high school or college or university) | - |
| grit | 5 | a hard coarse-grained siliceous sandstone | - |
| grog | 6 | rum cut with water | - |
| gris | 5 | Spanish cubist painter (1887-1927) | - |
| grav | 8 | - | - |
| grot | 5 | a small cave (usually with attractive features) | - |
| gree | 5 | - | - |
| grig | 6 | - | - |
| grok | 9 | get the meaning of something | - |
| grat | 5 | - | - |
| gren | 5 | - | - |
| grex | 12 | - | - |
| griz | 14 | - | - |
| grrl | 5 | - | - |
| grue | 5 | - | - |
| grum | 7 | - | - |
5 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| great | 6 | in an advanced stage of pregnancy | was great with child |
| group | 8 | a set that is closed, associative, has an identity element and every element has an inverse | - |
| green | 6 | an area of closely cropped grass surrounding the hole on a golf course | the ball rolled across the green and into the bunker |
| grand | 7 | of behavior that is impressive and ambitious in scale or scope | in the grand manner |
| grown | 9 | (of animals) fully developed | a grown woman |
| grace | 8 | a period of time past the deadline for fulfilling an obligation during which a penalty that would be imposed for being late is waived, especially an extended period granted as a special favor | The payment had originally been due on April 1 but we had a grace period which expired in June. |
| grade | 7 | assign a rank or rating to | - |
| grave | 9 | of great gravity or crucial import; requiring serious thought | grave responsibilities |
| grant | 6 | 18th President of the United States; commander of the Union armies in the American Civil War (1822-1885) | - |
| grass | 6 | a police informer who implicates many people | - |
| greek | 10 | the Hellenic branch of the Indo-European family of languages | - |
| gross | 6 | without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers | gross negligence |
| groom | 8 | a man who has recently been married | - |
| grief | 9 | intense sorrow caused by loss of a loved one (especially by death) | - |
| greet | 6 | express greetings upon meeting someone | - |
| grasp | 8 | hold firmly | - |
| grain | 6 | the physical composition of something (especially with respect to the size and shape of the small constituents of a substance) | sand of a fine grain |
| greed | 7 | reprehensible acquisitiveness; insatiable desire for wealth (personified as one of the deadly sins) | - |
| grill | 6 | a restaurant where food is cooked on a grill | - |
| grind | 7 | reduce to small pieces or particles by pounding or abrading | grind the spices in a mortar |
| grove | 9 | garden consisting of a small cultivated wood without undergrowth | - |
| gravy | 12 | a sudden happening that brings good fortune (as a sudden opportunity to make money) | - |
| grape | 8 | any of numerous woody vines of genus Vitis bearing clusters of edible berries | - |
| grail | 6 | (legend) chalice used by Christ at the Last Supper | - |
| groan | 6 | indicate pain, discomfort, or displeasure | The students groaned when the professor got out the exam booklets |
| grunt | 6 | the short low gruff noise of the kind made by hogs | - |
| growl | 9 | the sound of growling (as made by animals) | - |
| griff | 12 | - | - |
| graph | 11 | represent by means of a graph | - |
| graze | 15 | scrape gently | graze the skin |
| groin | 6 | a protective structure of stone or concrete; extends from shore into the water to prevent a beach from washing away | - |
| graft | 9 | place the organ of a donor into the body of a recipient | - |
| grate | 6 | gnaw into; make resentful or angry | - |
| grope | 8 | feel about uncertainly or blindly | She groped for her glasses in the darkness of the bedroom |
| grits | 6 | coarsely ground hulled corn boiled as a breakfast dish in the southern United States | - |
| grimy | 11 | thickly covered with ingrained dirt or soot | grimy hands |
| gruff | 12 | deep and harsh sounding as if from shouting or illness or emotion | gruff voices |
| gruel | 6 | a thin porridge (usually oatmeal or cornmeal) | - |
| grime | 8 | make soiled, filthy, or dirty | - |
| gripe | 8 | informal terms for objecting | I have a gripe about the service here |
| grump | 10 | a bad-tempered person | - |
| grift | 9 | - | - |
| grosz | 15 | 100 groszy equal 1 zloty in Poland | - |
| grout | 6 | a thin mortar that can be poured and used to fill cracks in masonry or brickwork | - |
| grist | 6 | grain intended to be or that has been ground | - |
| griot | 6 | a storyteller in West Africa; perpetuates the oral traditions of a family or village | - |
| grebe | 8 | small compact-bodied almost completely aquatic bird that builds floating nests; similar to loons but smaller and with lobate rather than webbed feet | - |
| grana | 6 | - | - |
| graal | 6 | - | - |
| grabs | 8 | - | - |
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6 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| ground | 8 | material in the top layer of the surface of the earth in which plants can grow (especially with reference to its quality or use) | - |
| granny | 10 | a reef knot crossed the wrong way and therefore insecure | - |
| growth | 13 | the gradual beginning or coming forth | - |
| greedy | 11 | (often followed by `for') ardently or excessively desirous | greedy for fame |
| greece | 9 | a republic in southeastern Europe on the southern part of the Balkan peninsula; known for grapes and olives and olive oil | - |
| graham | 12 | flour made by grinding the entire wheat berry including the bran; (`whole meal flour' is British usage) | - |
| graves | 10 | English writer known for his interest in mythology and in the classics (1895-1985) | - |
| grease | 7 | a thick fatty oil (especially one used to lubricate machinery) | - |
| grudge | 9 | a resentment strong enough to justify retaliation | holding a grudge |
| grapes | 9 | - | - |
| greasy | 10 | smeared or soiled with grease or oil | greasy coveralls |
| groove | 10 | (anatomy) any furrow or channel on a bodily structure or part | - |
| grumpy | 14 | annoyed and irritable | - |
| gringo | 8 | a Latin American (disparaging) term for foreigners (especially Americans and Englishmen) | - |
| gramps | 11 | the father of your father or mother | - |
| grande | 8 | - | - |
| grieve | 10 | cause to feel sorrow | his behavior grieves his mother |
| greens | 7 | any of various leafy plants or their leaves and stems eaten as vegetables | - |
| groovy | 13 | (British informal) very chic | groovy clothes |
| gravel | 10 | be a mystery or bewildering to | - |
| grains | 7 | - | - |
| grouch | 12 | show one's unhappiness or critical attitude | - |
| grocer | 9 | a retail merchant who sells foodstuffs (and some household supplies) | - |
| grader | 8 | a judge who assigns grades to something | - |
| graces | 9 | - | - |
| grubby | 14 | small sculpin of the coast of New England | - |
| grazed | 17 | scraped or touched lightly in passing | his grazed and bleeding arm proved he had been in the line of fire |
| grovel | 10 | show submission or fear | - |
| grouse | 7 | complain | - |
| groves | 10 | United States general who served as military director of the atomic bomb project (1896-1970) | - |
| groggy | 12 | stunned or confused and slow to react (as from blows or drunkenness or exhaustion) | - |
| grassy | 10 | abounding in grass | - |
| grotto | 7 | a small cave (usually with attractive features) | - |
| grange | 8 | an outlying farm | - |
| grower | 10 | someone concerned with the science or art or business of cultivating the soil | - |
| greats | 7 | - | - |
| grunge | 8 | the state of being covered with unclean things | - |
| grisly | 10 | shockingly repellent; inspiring horror | a grisly murder |
| gritty | 10 | composed of or covered with particles resembling meal in texture or consistency | - |
| graded | 9 | arranged in a sequence of grades or ranks | - |
| gratis | 7 | without payment | I'll give you this gratis |
| graver | 10 | a tool used by an engraver | - |
| grappa | 11 | Italian brandy made from residue of grapes after pressing | - |
| gratin | 7 | - | - |
| grater | 7 | utensil with sharp perforations for shredding foods (as vegetables or cheese) | - |
| grated | 8 | - | - |
| grainy | 10 | composed of or covered with particles resembling meal in texture or consistency | the photographs were grainy and indistinct |
| grabby | 14 | immoderately desirous of acquiring e.g. wealth | - |
| grille | 7 | a framework of metal bars used as a partition or a grate | - |
| groper | 9 | - | - |
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7 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| grandma | 11 | the mother of your father or mother | - |
| grandpa | 11 | the father of your father or mother | - |
| growing | 12 | (biology) the process of an individual organism growing organically; a purely biological unfolding of events involved in an organism changing gradually from a simple to a more complex level | - |
| greater | 8 | greater in size or importance or degree | for the greater good of the community |
| granted | 9 | acknowledged as a supposition | - |
| gravity | 14 | (physics) the force of attraction between all masses in the universe; especially the attraction of the earth's mass for bodies near its surface | the more remote the body the less the gravity |
| grounds | 9 | your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief | - |
| grenade | 9 | a small explosive bomb thrown by hand or fired from a missile | - |
| grocery | 13 | a marketplace where groceries are sold | the grocery store included a meat market |
| greatly | 11 | to an extraordinary extent or degree | he improved greatly |
| griffin | 14 | winged monster with the head of an eagle and the body of a lion | - |
| grilled | 9 | cooked over an outdoor grill | - |
| graphic | 15 | evoking lifelike images within the mind | graphic accounts of battle |
| grandad | 10 | the father of your father or mother | - |
| grizzly | 29 | showing characteristics of age, especially having grey or white hair | - |
| grammar | 12 | the branch of linguistics that deals with syntax and morphology (and sometimes also deals with semantics) | - |
| granite | 8 | plutonic igneous rock having visibly crystalline texture; generally composed of feldspar and mica and quartz | - |
| grinder | 9 | machinery that processes materials by grinding or crushing | - |
| granger | 9 | a person who operates a farm | - |
| grownup | 13 | a fully developed person from maturity onward | - |
| groping | 11 | acting with uncertainty or hesitance or lack of confidence | a groping effort to understand |
| grazing | 18 | the act of grazing | - |
| gradual | 9 | (of a topographical gradient) not steep or abrupt | a gradual slope |
| groomed | 11 | neat and smart in appearance; well cared for | the manager was a beautifully groomed young man |
| groupie | 10 | an enthusiastic young fan (especially a young woman who follows rock groups around) | - |
| grouchy | 16 | annoyed and irritable | - |
| grading | 10 | evaluation of performance by assigning a grade or score | what he disliked about teaching was all the grading he had to do |
| greased | 9 | smeared with oil or grease to reduce friction | - |
| grifter | 11 | a person who swindles you by means of deception or fraud | - |
| granola | 8 | cereal made of especially rolled oats with dried fruits and nuts and honey or brown sugar | - |
| grossly | 11 | in a gross manner | - |
| grating | 9 | unpleasantly harsh or grating in sound | - |
| grimace | 12 | a contorted facial expression | she made a grimace at the prospect |
| grumble | 12 | to utter or emit low dull rumbling sounds | he grumbled a rude response |
| gravely | 14 | in a grave and sober manner | - |
| grannie | 8 | the mother of your father or mother | - |
| grapple | 12 | to grip or seize, as in a wrestling match | the two men grappled with each other for several minutes |
| gribble | 12 | - | - |
| grandly | 12 | in a grand manner | the mansion seemed grandly large by today's standards |
| grosses | 8 | - | - |
| grouper | 10 | flesh of a saltwater fish similar to sea bass | - |
| griping | 11 | acute abdominal pain (especially in infants) | - |
| granary | 11 | a storehouse for threshed grain or animal feed | - |
| gremlin | 10 | (folklore) fairies that are somewhat mischievous | - |
| gristle | 8 | tough elastic tissue; mostly converted to bone in adults | - |
| grouped | 11 | arranged into groups | - |
| gracing | 11 | - | - |
| gravest | 11 | - | - |
| groomer | 10 | - | - |
| grubber | 12 | - | - |
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8 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| greatest | 9 | highest in quality | - |
| grateful | 12 | feeling or showing gratitude | a grateful heart |
| grandson | 10 | a male grandchild | - |
| graduate | 10 | a person who has received a degree from a school (high school or college or university) | - |
| growling | 13 | the sound of growling (as made by animals) | - |
| granddad | 12 | the father of your father or mother | - |
| gracious | 11 | characterized by kindness and warm courtesy especially of a king to his subjects | - |
| grabbing | 14 | - | - |
| greeting | 10 | (usually plural) an acknowledgment or expression of good will (especially on meeting) | - |
| graffiti | 15 | a rude decoration inscribed on rocks or walls | - |
| grinding | 11 | the wearing down of rock particles by friction due to water or wind or ice | - |
| graceful | 14 | suggesting taste, ease, and wealth | - |
| grieving | 13 | sorrowful through loss or deprivation | - |
| gruesome | 11 | shockingly repellent; inspiring horror | gruesome evidence of human sacrifice |
| grinning | 10 | a facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement | - |
| grooming | 12 | the activity of getting dressed; putting on clothes | - |
| graphics | 16 | photographs or other visual representations in a printed publication | - |
| grandeur | 10 | the quality of elevation of mind and exaltation of character or ideals or conduct | - |
| grievous | 12 | of great gravity or crucial import; requiring serious thought | a grievous fault |
| gripping | 14 | capable of arousing and holding the attention | - |
| grasping | 12 | the act of gripping something firmly with the hands (or the tentacles) | - |
| grilling | 10 | cooking by direct exposure to radiant heat (as over a fire or under a grill) | - |
| greenery | 12 | green foliage | - |
| grooving | 13 | the cutting of spiral grooves on the inside of the barrel of a firearm | - |
| grueling | 10 | characterized by effort to the point of exhaustion; especially physical effort | a grueling campaign |
| gratuity | 12 | a relatively small amount of money given for services rendered (as by a waiter) | - |
| greenway | 15 | a belt of parks or rural land surrounding a town or city | - |
| grubbing | 14 | - | - |
| grouping | 12 | any number of entities (members) considered as a unit | - |
| grafting | 13 | the act of grafting something onto something else | - |
| gridlock | 16 | a traffic jam so bad that no movement is possible | - |
| gravitas | 12 | formality in bearing and appearance | - |
| greenish | 12 | of the color between blue and yellow in the color spectrum; similar to the color of fresh grass | - |
| gridiron | 10 | a cooking utensil of parallel metal bars; used to grill fish or meat | - |
| gradient | 10 | the property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the horizontal | a five-degree gradient |
| graphite | 14 | used as a lubricant and as a moderator in nuclear reactors | - |
| greedily | 13 | in a greedy manner | - |
| grayling | 13 | - | - |
| grizzled | 28 | having dark hairs mixed with grey or white | - |
| grounder | 10 | (baseball) a hit that travels along the ground | - |
| greasier | 9 | - | - |
| greedier | 10 | - | - |
| grimoire | 11 | a manual of black magic (for invoking spirits and demons) | - |
| granular | 9 | composed of or covered with particles resembling meal in texture or consistency | granular sugar |
| grappler | 13 | a tool consisting of several hooks for grasping and holding; often thrown with a rope | - |
| gravelly | 15 | abounding in small stones | - |
| grayness | 12 | a neutral achromatic color midway between white and black | - |
| greening | 10 | the phenomenon of vitality and freshness being restored | - |
| grimness | 11 | the quality of being ghastly | - |
| gritting | 10 | - | - |
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9 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| graduated | 12 | marked with or divided into degrees | - |
| gratitude | 11 | a feeling of thankfulness and appreciation | he was overwhelmed with gratitude for their help |
| gradually | 14 | in a gradual manner | the snake moved gradually toward its victim |
| graveyard | 17 | a tract of land used for burials | - |
| groceries | 12 | - | - |
| greatness | 10 | unusual largeness in size or extent or number | - |
| grandiose | 11 | affectedly genteel | - |
| grotesque | 19 | ludicrously odd | a grotesque reflection in the mirror |
| grumbling | 15 | continuous full and low-pitched throbbing sound | - |
| greyhound | 17 | a tall slender dog of an ancient breed noted for swiftness and keen sight; used as a racing dog | - |
| grappling | 15 | the sport of hand-to-hand struggle between unarmed contestants who try to throw each other down | - |
| grievance | 15 | a resentment strong enough to justify retaliation | - |
| grandmama | 15 | - | - |
| grapevine | 15 | gossip spread by spoken communication | - |
| greenhorn | 13 | an awkward and inexperienced youth | - |
| grounding | 12 | education or instruction in the fundamentals of a field of knowledge | a good grounding in mathematics |
| groveling | 14 | totally submissive | - |
| grassland | 11 | land where grass or grasslike vegetation grows and is the dominant form of plant life | - |
| groundhog | 15 | reddish brown North American marmot | - |
| gruelling | 11 | characterized by effort to the point of exhaustion; especially physical effort | - |
| grandpapa | 15 | - | - |
| greenwood | 14 | woodlands in full leaf | the greenwood was Robin Hood's home |
| gratified | 14 | having received what was desired | - |
| gravitate | 13 | be attracted to | Boys gravitate towards girls at that age |
| grenadier | 11 | an infantryman equipped with grenades | - |
| grenadine | 11 | thin syrup made from pomegranate juice; used in mixed drinks | - |
| greenback | 18 | a piece of paper money (especially one issued by a central bank) | - |
| grimacing | 15 | - | - |
| graveness | 13 | a manner that is serious and solemn | - |
| greenroom | 12 | a backstage room in a theater where performers rest or have visitors | - |
| groomsman | 14 | a male attendant of the bridegroom at a wedding | - |
| grossness | 10 | the quality of lacking taste and refinement | - |
| graceless | 12 | lacking grace; clumsy | a graceless production of the play |
| grandness | 11 | a prominent status | - |
| grandsire | 11 | - | - |
| graphical | 17 | relating to or presented by a graph | - |
| greatcoat | 12 | a heavy coat worn over clothes in winter | - |
| greenbelt | 12 | a belt of parks or rural land surrounding a town or city | - |
| greengage | 12 | sweet green or greenish-yellow variety of plum | - |
| grandioso | 11 | - | - |
| greybeard | 16 | a stoneware drinking jug with a long neck; decorated with a caricature of Cardinal Bellarmine (17th century) | - |
| groundnut | 11 | a North American vine with fragrant blossoms and edible tubers; important food crop of Native Americans | - |
| grovelled | 14 | - | - |
| grabbable | 16 | - | - |
| grabbiest | 14 | - | - |
| grabblers | 14 | - | - |
| grabbling | 15 | - | - |
| gracility | 15 | elegance and beauty of movement or expression | - |
| graciosos | 12 | - | - |
| gradables | 13 | - | - |
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10 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| graduation | 12 | the act of arranging in grades | - |
| greenhouse | 14 | a building with glass walls and roof; for the cultivation and exhibition of plants under controlled conditions | - |
| grandchild | 18 | a child of your son or daughter | - |
| graduating | 13 | - | - |
| grapefruit | 16 | citrus tree bearing large round edible fruit having a thick yellow rind and juicy somewhat acid pulp | - |
| granddaddy | 18 | the father of your father or mother | - |
| gracefully | 19 | in a gracious or graceful manner | - |
| gramophone | 18 | an antique record player; the sound of the vibrating needle is amplified acoustically | - |
| gravestone | 14 | a stone that is used to mark a grave | - |
| graciously | 16 | in a gracious or graceful manner | he did not have a chance to grow up graciously |
| gratifying | 18 | affording satisfaction or pleasure | found her praise gratifying |
| gratuitous | 11 | unnecessary and unwarranted | - |
| grassroots | 11 | fundamental | the grassroots factor in making the decision |
| groundwork | 19 | lowest support of a structure | - |
| groundless | 12 | without a basis in reason or fact | the allegations proved groundless |
| gratefully | 17 | with appreciation; in a grateful manner | - |
| greenfield | 15 | - | - |
| greaseball | 13 | (ethnic slur) offensive term for a person of Italian descent | - |
| grindstone | 12 | a revolving stone shaped like a disk; used to grind or sharpen or polish edge tools | - |
| grandstand | 13 | a stand at a racecourse or stadium consisting of tiers with rows of individual seats that are under a protective roof | - |
| grovelling | 15 | totally submissive | - |
| gregarious | 12 | instinctively or temperamentally seeking and enjoying the company of others | he is a gregarious person who avoids solitude |
| granduncle | 14 | an uncle of your father or mother | - |
| grudgingly | 17 | in a grudging manner | he grudgingly agreed to have a drink in a hotel close by |
| gravitated | 15 | - | - |
| graphology | 20 | the study of handwriting (especially as an indicator of the writer's character or disposition) | - |
| greediness | 12 | an excessive desire for food | - |
| grammarian | 15 | a linguist who specializes in the study of grammar and syntax | - |
| gruesomely | 16 | in a gruesome manner | he was gruesomely wounded |
| grandmamma | 18 | - | - |
| grandniece | 14 | a daughter of your niece or nephew | - |
| granulated | 12 | made grainy or formed into granules | granulated sugar |
| greasiness | 11 | consisting of or covered with oil | - |
| grisliness | 11 | - | - |
| groundsman | 14 | someone who maintains the grounds (of an estate or park or athletic field) | - |
| grubbiness | 15 | the state of being grimy | - |
| graciosity | 16 | - | - |
| graciouses | 13 | - | - |
| gradations | 12 | - | - |
| graddaning | 14 | - | - |
| gradeliest | 12 | - | - |
| gradienter | 12 | - | - |
| gradualism | 14 | - | - |
| gradualist | 12 | - | - |
| graduality | 15 | the quality of being gradual or of coming about by gradual stages | - |
| graduators | 12 | - | - |
| graecising | 14 | - | - |
| graecizing | 23 | - | - |
| graffitied | 18 | - | - |
| graffiting | 18 | - | - |
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In the whimsical world of words, there's something truly captivating about those that begin with the letters "GR". They seem to carry a certain gravitas, a grounding presence that’s both playful and powerful. Whether it’s the growling "gr" sound that adds a touch of grit and gusto to our speech, or the graceful glide these letters create, words starting with GR have an undeniable charm. From everyday expressions to rare gems lurking in the lexical shadows, let's embark on a grand exploration of these intriguing words.
About words starting with GR
The "GR" combination is a dynamic duo in the English language, sitting at the starting line of many common and fascinating words. The "g" provides a hard, guttural start, which is softened by the "r" that follows, creating a blend that’s both assertive and smooth. This phonetic partnership can give rise to words that are both evocative and expressive, providing a rich tapestry for language lovers to explore.
Consider how these words often evoke vivid imagery or sensations. For instance, "growl" conjures the deep, resonant sound of an animal, while "grace" brings to mind elegance and poise. The "GR" prefix often signals action or transformation, making these words not only fun to say but also immensely useful in conveying complex ideas succinctly.
Popular word examples
Words starting with GR frequently appear across various contexts, each carrying its own distinct flavor. Here are ten popular examples:
Great
- Definition: Of an extent, amount, or intensity considerably above average.
- Example in a Sentence: That was a great concert last night!
- Fun Fact: The word "great" comes from the Old English "grēat", meaning big or thick.
Green
- Definition: The color between blue and yellow in the spectrum.
- Example in a Sentence: The park is beautifully green in the springtime.
- Fun Fact: Green is often associated with nature and renewal, symbolizing growth and harmony.
Ground
- Definition: The solid surface of the earth.
- Example in a Sentence: The picnic blanket was spread on the ground under the tree.
- Fun Fact: In electrical terms, a "ground" is a reference point in an electrical circuit.
Grow
- Definition: To undergo natural development by increasing in size and changing physically.
- Example in a Sentence: Tomatoes grow best in warm, sunny climates.
- Fun Fact: The word "grow" has Germanic roots, related to the word "grass".
Grin
- Definition: To smile broadly.
- Example in a Sentence: She couldn't help but grin when she heard the good news.
- Fun Fact: Grinning is one of the oldest forms of human expression, used to convey happiness and friendliness.
Grasp
- Definition: To take hold of something firmly.
- Example in a Sentence: He managed to grasp the ledge just in time.
- Fun Fact: The ability to grasp objects is a key evolutionary trait that set humans apart from other species.
Grumble
- Definition: To complain or protest about something in a bad-tempered but muted way.
- Example in a Sentence: He began to grumble about the long wait for his food.
- Fun Fact: "Grumble" is derived from Middle Dutch "grommelen", which means to rumble or murmur.
Gracious
- Definition: Courteous, kind, and pleasant.
- Example in a Sentence: Her gracious hospitality made us feel right at home.
- Fun Fact: The root of "gracious" is the Latin word "gratia", meaning favor or kindness.
Gravy
- Definition: A sauce made from the juices of cooked meat.
- Example in a Sentence: Grandma’s turkey gravy is the best part of Thanksgiving dinner.
- Fun Fact: The term "gravy" originally referred to any sauce, with its modern meaning evolving over time.
Grid
- Definition: A network of lines that cross each other to form squares.
- Example in a Sentence: The city streets were laid out in a grid pattern.
- Fun Fact: The electrical power grid is one of the largest interconnected systems in the world.
High-scoring scrabble examples
For Scrabble enthusiasts, words starting with GR can be strategic game-changers. Here are some high-scoring examples:
| Word | Scrabble Points | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| Grumpy | 14 | Bad-tempered and sulky. |
| Grinch | 12 | Someone who is grumpy or spoils others' fun. |
| Growls | 10 | Makes a low guttural sound. |
| Graven | 10 | Carved or sculptured. |
| Gravid | 11 | Pregnant or carrying eggs. |
Popular 5-letter words for Wordle
Wordle players know the power of a well-chosen 5-letter word. Here are some starting with GR:
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Grasp | To seize and hold firmly. |
| Grate | To shred something into small pieces. |
| Grave | Serious or solemn in nature. |
| Gripe | To complain about something. |
| Grove | A small wood, orchard, or group of trees. |
Unusual and rare word examples
Venture off the beaten path with these unusual words beginning with GR:
Gratuitous
- Definition: Unnecessary or unwarranted; given freely.
- Interesting Fact: "Gratuitous" originates from the Latin "gratuitus", meaning done without pay or free.
- Example in a Sentence: The movie was criticized for its gratuitous violence.
Grimoire
- Definition: A book of magic spells and invocations.
- Interesting Fact: Originating from the Old French "gramaire", it was initially used to refer to any book written in Latin.
- Example in a Sentence: The ancient grimoire was filled with mysterious symbols.
Grievous
- Definition: Causing or characterized by severe pain, suffering, or sorrow.
- Interesting Fact: "Grievous" shares roots with "grief", stemming from the Latin "gravis", meaning heavy or serious.
- Example in a Sentence: The loss of their pet was a grievous blow to the family.
Grotesque
- Definition: Comically or repulsively ugly or distorted.
- Interesting Fact: The word "grotesque" is derived from "grotto", as it was first used to describe cave paintings.
- Example in a Sentence: The artist's grotesque sculptures were both fascinating and disturbing.
Gratine
- Definition: To cook with a covering of buttered crumbs or cheese until a brown crust forms.
- Interesting Fact: "Gratine" comes from the French "gratin", referring to a dish with a browned crust.
- Example in a Sentence: The chef expertly gratined the potatoes for a delicious side dish.
Final words
Whether you're a wordsmith, a Scrabble savant, or a Wordle wonder, words starting with GR offer a treasure trove of linguistic delights. From the everyday to the extraordinary, these words bring texture and depth to our conversations and competitions alike. So next time you find yourself grappling with a game or grappling for the right word, remember the grand gallery of words that begin with GR.
