6 letter words starting with m
Welcome to a world of marvelous six-letter words starting with M! Dive into this magical collection where each word has its own unique charm and purpose. Whether you’re enhancing your vocabulary or seeking the perfect word for a game, let’s explore these mesmerizing M-words together and discover their hidden potential!
| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| mother | 11 | make (offspring) by reproduction | - |
| matter | 8 | a vaguely specified concern | several matters to attend to |
| myself | 14 | I or me in person; used for emphasis. Used also instead of me, as the object of the first person of a reflexive verb, without emphasis. | I will defend myself |
| minute | 8 | an indefinitely short time | it only takes a minute |
| making | 13 | the act that results in something coming to be | the making of measurements |
| moment | 10 | having important effects or influence | virtue is of more moment than security |
| master | 8 | a combatant who is able to defeat rivals | - |
| moving | 12 | arousing or capable of arousing deep emotion | she laid her case of destitution before him in a very moving letter |
| middle | 10 | equally distant from the extremes | - |
| murder | 9 | kill intentionally and with premeditation | The mafia boss ordered his enemies murdered |
| missed | 9 | not caught with the senses or the mind | - |
| memory | 13 | the power of retaining and recalling past experience | he had a good memory when he was younger |
| market | 12 | an area in a town where a public mercantile establishment is set up | - |
| mister | 8 | a form of address for a man | - |
| manage | 9 | watch and direct | - |
| martin | 8 | United States actor and comedian (born in 1945) | - |
| monkey | 15 | one who is playfully mischievous | - |
| member | 12 | the male sex organ (`member' is a euphemism) | - |
| mirror | 8 | a faithful depiction or reflection | the best mirror is an old friend |
| modern | 9 | relating to a recently developed fashion or style | their offices are in a modern skyscraper |
| mostly | 11 | in large part; mainly or chiefly | - |
| mobile | 10 | affording change (especially in social status) | upwardly mobile |
| madame | 11 | title used for a married Frenchwoman | - |
| mental | 8 | of or relating to the chin or median part of the lower jaw | - |
| museum | 10 | a depository for collecting and displaying objects having scientific or historical or artistic value | - |
| motion | 8 | the act of changing location from one place to another | police controlled the motion of the crowd |
| mighty | 15 | (Southern regional intensive) very; to a great degree | the baby is mighty cute |
| maggie | 10 | - | - |
| mickey | 17 | (ethnic slur) offensive term for a person of Irish descent | - |
| morgan | 9 | United States financier and philanthropist (1837-1913) | - |
| method | 12 | an acting technique introduced by Stanislavsky in which the actor recalls emotions or reactions from his or her own life and uses them to identify with the character being portrayed | - |
| miller | 8 | machine tool in which metal that is secured to a carriage is fed against rotating cutters that shape it | - |
| merely | 11 | and nothing more | I was merely asking |
| makeup | 14 | cosmetics applied to the face to improve or change your appearance | - |
| muscle | 10 | possessing muscular strength | - |
| misery | 11 | a state of ill-being due to affliction or misfortune | the misery and wretchedness of those slums is intolerable |
| manner | 8 | a way of acting or behaving | - |
| marine | 8 | a member of the United States Marine Corps | - |
| marked | 13 | strongly marked; easily noticeable | walked with a marked limp |
| motive | 11 | the psychological feature that arouses an organism to action toward a desired goal; the reason for the action; that which gives purpose and direction to behavior | he acted with the best of motives |
| mature | 8 | (of birds) having developed feathers or plumage; often used in combination | - |
| marina | 8 | a fancy dock for small yachts and cabin cruisers | - |
| melody | 12 | a succession of notes forming a distinctive sequence | - |
| medium | 11 | (usually plural) transmissions that are disseminated widely to the public | - |
| minded | 10 | (usually followed by `to') naturally disposed toward | I am not minded to answer any questions |
| mouths | 11 | - | - |
| mainly | 11 | for the most part | he is mainly interested in butterflies |
| misses | 8 | - | - |
| mortal | 8 | causing or capable of causing death | mortal combat |
| manual | 8 | (military) a prescribed drill in handling a rifle | - |
| maniac | 10 | an insane person | - |
| modest | 9 | not large but sufficient in size or amount | a modest salary |
| marcel | 10 | a hairdo characterized by deep regular waves that are made by a heated curling iron | - |
| maiden | 9 | serving to set in motion | his first (or maiden) speech in Congress |
| murphy | 16 | an edible tuber native to South America; a staple food of Ireland | - |
| morgue | 9 | a building (or room) where dead bodies are kept before burial or cremation | - |
| mutual | 8 | concerning each of two or more persons or things; especially given or done in return | mutual respect |
| madman | 11 | an insane person | - |
| morris | 8 | English poet and craftsman (1834-1896) | - |
| masses | 8 | the common people generally | - |
| midget | 10 | a person who is markedly small | - |
| mosque | 17 | (Islam) a Muslim place of worship that usually has a minaret | - |
| missus | 8 | informal term of address for someone's wife | - |
| mixing | 16 | the act of mixing together | the mixing of sound channels in the recording studio |
| murray | 11 | Scottish philologist and the lexicographer who shaped the Oxford English Dictionary (1837-1915) | - |
| marble | 10 | a hard crystalline metamorphic rock that takes a high polish; used for sculpture and as building material | - |
| melted | 9 | changed from a solid to a liquid state | rivers filled to overflowing by melted snow |
| marker | 12 | a distinguishing symbol | - |
| meteor | 8 | (astronomy) any of the small solid extraterrestrial bodies that hits the earth's atmosphere | - |
| mayday | 15 | an internationally recognized distress signal via radiotelephone (from the French m'aider) | - |
| mentor | 8 | a wise and trusted guide and advisor | - |
| martyr | 11 | one who suffers for the sake of principle | - |
| magnet | 9 | a characteristic that provides pleasure and attracts | - |
| mining | 9 | laying explosive mines in concealed places to destroy enemy personnel and equipment | - |
| muffin | 14 | a sweet quick bread baked in a cup-shaped pan | - |
| morals | 8 | motivation based on ideas of right and wrong | - |
| matrix | 15 | the body substance in which tissue cells are embedded | - |
| marrow | 11 | any of various squash plants grown for their elongated fruit with smooth dark green skin and whitish flesh | - |
| mutant | 8 | (biology) an organism that has characteristics resulting from chromosomal alteration | - |
| mystic | 13 | someone who believes in the existence of realities beyond human comprehension | - |
| millie | 8 | - | - |
| menace | 10 | pose a threat to; present a danger to | - |
| mating | 9 | the act of pairing a male and female for reproductive purposes | the mating of some species occurs only in the spring |
| molten | 8 | reduced to liquid form by heating | a mass of molten rock |
| mayhem | 16 | violent and needless disturbance | - |
| masked | 13 | having its true character concealed with the intent of misleading | masked threat |
| mailed | 9 | wearing protective mail | - |
| meadow | 12 | a field where grass or alfalfa are grown to be made into hay | - |
| merger | 9 | an occurrence that involves the production of a union | - |
| mirage | 9 | an optical illusion in which atmospheric refraction by a layer of hot air distorts or inverts reflections of distant objects | - |
| mascot | 10 | a character, animal or object that is adopted by a team or group as a symbolic figure | - |
| morale | 8 | the spirit of a group that makes the members want the group to succeed | - |
| margin | 9 | (finance) the net sales minus the cost of goods and services sold | - |
| mellow | 11 | slightly and pleasantly intoxicated from alcohol or a drug (especially marijuana) | - |
| mortar | 8 | a muzzle-loading high-angle gun with a short barrel that fires shells at high elevations for a short range | - |
| meddle | 10 | intrude in other people's affairs or business; interfere unwantedly | Don't meddle in my affairs! |
| mantis | 8 | predacious long-bodied large-eyed insect of warm regions; rests with forelimbs raised as in prayer | - |
| merlin | 8 | small falcon of Europe and America having dark plumage with black-barred tail; used in falconry | - |
| mattie | 8 | - | - |
| manure | 8 | spread manure, as for fertilization | - |
| milady | 12 | an English noblewoman | - |
| midday | 13 | the middle of the day | - |
| manila | 8 | the capital and largest city of the Philippines; located on southern Luzon | - |
| mantle | 8 | (zoology) a protective layer of epidermis in mollusks or brachiopods that secretes a substance forming the shell | - |
| morbid | 11 | suggesting the horror of death and decay | morbid details |
| mutton | 8 | meat from a mature domestic sheep | - |
| module | 9 | one of the inherent cognitive or perceptual powers of the mind | - |
| mammal | 12 | any warm-blooded vertebrate having the skin more or less covered with hair; young are born alive except for the small subclass of monotremes and nourished with milk | - |
| marlin | 8 | large long-jawed oceanic sport fishes; related to sailfishes and spearfishes; not completely cold-blooded i.e. able to warm their brains and eyes | - |
| mingle | 9 | be all mixed up or jumbled together | - |
| minors | 8 | a league of teams that do not belong to a major league (especially baseball) | - |
| mutiny | 11 | engage in a mutiny against an authority | - |
| marvel | 11 | something that causes feelings of wonder | - |
| muller | 8 | German physiologist and anatomist (1801-1858) | - |
| muzzle | 26 | prevent from speaking out | - |
| merits | 8 | - | - |
| mullet | 8 | highly valued lean flesh of marine or freshwater mullet | - |
| magnum | 11 | a large wine bottle for liquor or wine | - |
| mercer | 10 | British maker of printed calico cloth who invented mercerizing (1791-1866) | - |
| mantra | 8 | a commonly repeated word or phrase | she repeated `So pleased with how its going' at intervals like a mantra |
| mumble | 12 | talk indistinctly; usually in a low voice | - |
| majors | 15 | the most important league in any sport (especially baseball) | - |
| maggot | 10 | the larva of the housefly and blowfly commonly found in decaying organic matter | - |
| madras | 9 | a city in Tamil Nadu on the Bay of Bengal; formerly Madras | - |
| mousse | 8 | toiletry consisting of an aerosol foam used in hair styling | - |
| midway | 15 | naval battle of World War II (June 1942); American planes based on land and on carriers decisively defeated a Japanese fleet on its way to invade the Midway Islands | - |
| moulin | 8 | a chute through which supraglacial water enters a glacier, boring either to the bedrock or to the depth of common crevasse formation | the icy river plunged, roaring, into the moulin's blue depths |
| medina | 9 | a city in western Saudi Arabia; site of the tomb of Muhammad; the second most holy city of Islam | - |
| malice | 10 | the quality of threatening evil | - |
| milord | 9 | a term of address for an English lord | - |
| muster | 8 | compulsory military service | - |
| minnie | 8 | - | - |
| misled | 9 | - | - |
| mishap | 13 | an unpredictable outcome that is unfortunate | - |
| moping | 11 | - | - |
| matron | 8 | a married woman (usually middle-aged with children) who is staid and dignified | - |
| madden | 10 | cause to go crazy; cause to lose one's mind | - |
| measly | 11 | contemptibly small in amount | a measly tip |
| modify | 15 | cause to change; make different; cause a transformation | - |
| mildly | 12 | in a gentle manner | - |
| murmur | 10 | an abnormal sound of the heart; sometimes a sign of abnormal function of the heart valves | - |
| merged | 10 | formed or united into a whole | - |
| manger | 9 | a container (usually in a barn or stable) from which cattle or horses feed | - |
| mongol | 9 | a member of the nomadic peoples of Mongolia | - |
| manned | 9 | having a crew | a manned earth satellite was considered a necessary research step |
| mowing | 12 | - | - |
| mooing | 9 | - | - |
| medusa | 9 | one of two forms that coelenterates take: it is the free-swimming sexual phase in the life cycle of a coelenterate; in this phase it has a gelatinous umbrella-shaped body and tentacles | - |
| merlot | 8 | black wine grape originally from the region of Bordeaux | - |
| martel | 8 | - | - |
| mohawk | 18 | haircut in which the head is shaved except for a band of hair down the middle of the scalp | - |
| mosaic | 10 | arrangement of aerial photographs forming a composite picture | - |
| minion | 8 | a servile or fawning dependant | - |
| morsel | 8 | a small amount of solid food; a mouthful | - |
| magpie | 11 | an obnoxious and foolish and loquacious talker | - |
| maimed | 11 | people who are wounded | - |
| myrtle | 11 | widely cultivated as a groundcover for its dark green shiny leaves and usually blue-violet flowers | - |
| mignon | 9 | - | - |
| mullen | 8 | - | - |
| madder | 10 | Eurasian herb having small yellow flowers and red roots formerly an important source of the dye alizarin | - |
| metric | 10 | a system of related measures that facilitates the quantification of some particular characteristic | - |
| molest | 8 | annoy continually or chronically | - |
| mughal | 12 | - | - |
| musket | 12 | a muzzle-loading shoulder gun with a long barrel; formerly used by infantrymen | - |
| meager | 9 | deficient in amount or quality or extent | meager resources |
| mikado | 13 | the emperor of Japan; when regarded as a religious leader the emperor is called tenno | - |
| maroon | 8 | of dark brownish to purplish red | - |
| morrow | 11 | the next day | whenever he arrives she leaves on the morrow |
| misuse | 8 | apply to a wrong thing or person; apply badly or incorrectly | - |
| mallet | 8 | a tool resembling a hammer but with a large head (usually wooden); used to drive wedges or ram down paving stones or for crushing or beating or flattening or smoothing | - |
| misfit | 11 | someone unable to adapt to their circumstances | - |
| mullah | 11 | a Muslim trained in the doctrine and law of Islam; the head of a mosque | - |
| mimosa | 10 | a mixed drink containing champagne and orange juice | - |
| myriad | 12 | too numerous to be counted | myriad stars |
| missis | 8 | informal term of address for someone's wife | - |
| mythic | 16 | based on or told of in traditional stories; lacking factual basis or historical validity | mythical centaurs |
| meanie | 8 | a person of mean disposition | - |
| milieu | 8 | the environmental condition | - |
| mugger | 10 | a robber who takes property by threatening or performing violence on the person who is robbed (usually on the street) | - |
| muddle | 10 | make into a puddle | - |
| mutter | 8 | talk indistinctly; usually in a low voice | - |
| memoir | 10 | an account of the author's personal experiences | - |
| mutate | 8 | undergo mutation | cells mutate |
| medley | 12 | a musical composition consisting of a series of songs or other musical pieces from various sources | - |
| moloch | 13 | god of the Canaanites and Phoenicians to whom parents sacrificed their children | - |
| molded | 10 | shaped to fit by or as if by altering the contours of a pliable mass (as by work or effort) | the molded steel plates |
| melton | 8 | - | - |
| mettle | 8 | the courage to carry on | - |
| midair | 9 | some point in the air; above ground level | the planes collided in midair |
| montes | 8 | - | - |
| makuta | 12 | - | - |
| moneys | 11 | - | - |
| madcap | 13 | characterized by undue haste and lack of thought or deliberation | madcap escapades |
| mitten | 8 | glove that encases the thumb separately and the other four fingers together | - |
| monger | 9 | someone who purchases and maintains an inventory of goods to be sold | - |
| magyar | 12 | relating to or characteristic of Hungary | - |
| motley | 11 | having sections or patches colored differently and usually brightly | a jester dressed in motley |
| menage | 9 | a social unit living together | - |
| menial | 8 | used of unskilled work (especially domestic work) | - |
| millet | 8 | French painter of rural scenes (1814-1875) | - |
| miffed | 15 | aroused to impatience or anger | - |
| mussel | 8 | black marine bivalves usually steamed in wine | - |
| moolah | 11 | informal terms for money | - |
| meagre | 9 | deficient in amount or quality or extent | - |
| median | 9 | dividing an animal into right and left halves | - |
| mollie | 8 | popular aquarium fish | - |
| monies | 8 | - | - |
| malady | 12 | impairment of normal physiological function affecting part or all of an organism | - |
| mantel | 8 | shelf that projects from wall above fireplace | - |
| malign | 9 | speak unfavorably about | - |
| muffle | 14 | suppress in order to conceal or hide | muffle one's anger |
| mouthy | 14 | - | - |
| mailer | 8 | United States writer (born in 1923) | - |
| modena | 9 | - | - |
| mouton | 8 | meat from a mature domestic sheep | - |
| mucous | 10 | of or secreting or covered with or resembling mucus | mucous tissue |
| medial | 9 | dividing an animal into right and left halves | - |
| marred | 9 | blemished by injury or rough wear | walls marred by graffiti |
| mohair | 11 | fabric made with yarn made from the silky hair of the Angora goat | - |
| merman | 10 | United States singer who appeared in several musical comedies (1909-1984) | - |
| muslin | 8 | plain-woven cotton fabric | - |
| morgen | 9 | a South African unit of measure equal to about 2 acres | - |
| muckle | 14 | (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent | - |
| minnow | 11 | very small European freshwater fish common in gravelly streams | - |
| maxima | 17 | - | - |
| mensch | 13 | a decent responsible person with admirable characteristics | - |
| marshy | 14 | (of soil) soft and watery | a marshy coastline |
| mildew | 12 | the process of becoming mildewed | - |
| mouldy | 12 | covered with or smelling of mold | - |
| mousey | 11 | of something having a drab pale brown color resembling a mouse | - |
| mahout | 11 | the driver and keeper of an elephant | - |
| masjid | 16 | (Islam) a Muslim place of worship | - |
| micron | 10 | a metric unit of length equal to one millionth of a meter | - |
| muscat | 10 | any of several cultivated grapevines that produce sweet white grapes | - |
| musing | 9 | deeply or seriously thoughtful | - |
| morose | 8 | showing a brooding ill humor | a morose and unsociable manner |
| masher | 11 | a man who is aggressive in making amorous advances to women | - |
| matins | 8 | the first canonical hour; at daybreak | - |
| manioc | 10 | cassava root eaten as a staple food after drying and leaching; source of tapioca | - |
| markup | 14 | detailed stylistic instructions for typesetting something that is to be printed; manual markup is usually written on the copy (e.g. underlining words that are to be set in italics) | - |
| minder | 9 | a person who looks after babies (usually in the person's own home) while the babys' parents are working | - |
| marten | 8 | agile slender-bodied arboreal mustelids somewhat larger than weasels | - |
| methyl | 14 | the univalent radical CH3- derived from methane | - |
| milker | 12 | cattle that are reared for their milk | - |
| manana | 8 | an indefinite time in the future | - |
| mangle | 9 | alter so as to make unrecognizable | - |
| marmot | 10 | stocky coarse-furred burrowing rodent with a short bushy tail found throughout the northern hemisphere; hibernates in winter | - |
| muesli | 8 | mixture of untoasted dry cereals and fruits | - |
| mayfly | 17 | slender insect with delicate membranous wings having an aquatic larval stage and terrestrial adult stage usually lasting less than two days | - |
| medaka | 13 | - | - |
| medico | 11 | a licensed medical practitioner | - |
| meekly | 15 | in a humble manner | - |
| mammon | 12 | (New Testament) a personification of wealth and avarice as an evil spirit | - |
| mezcal | 19 | a small spineless globe-shaped cactus; source of mescal buttons | - |
| merkin | 12 | - | - |
| miming | 11 | - | - |
| mucosa | 10 | mucus-secreting membrane lining all body cavities or passages that communicate with the exterior | - |
| muskie | 12 | - | - |
| myopia | 13 | (ophthalmology) eyesight abnormality resulting from the eye's faulty refractive ability; distant objects appear blurred | - |
| muumuu | 10 | a woman's loose unbelted dress | - |
| mitral | 8 | of or relating to or located in or near the mitral valve | mitral insufficiency |
| mizzen | 26 | third mast from the bow in a vessel having three or more masts; the after and shorter mast of a yawl, ketch, or dandy | - |
| mickle | 14 | (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent | - |
| mooned | 9 | - | - |
| myopic | 15 | unable to see distant objects clearly | - |
| mallow | 11 | any of various plants of the family Malvaceae | - |
| mauler | 8 | a fighter who batters the opponent | Jack Dempsey was called a mauler |
| matted | 9 | not reflecting light; not glossy | - |
| mandir | 9 | - | - |
| mincer | 10 | a kitchen utensil that cuts or chops food (especially meat) into small pieces | - |
| merest | 8 | - | - |
| merino | 8 | white sheep originating in Spain and producing a heavy fleece of exceptional quality | - |
| mescal | 10 | a small spineless globe-shaped cactus; source of mescal buttons | - |
| mikveh | 18 | - | - |
| milled | 9 | (of grains especially rice) having the husk or outer layers removed | - |
| moppet | 12 | a little girl (usually one you are fond of) | - |
| malted | 9 | a milkshake made with malt powder | - |
| mayest | 11 | - | - |
| menses | 8 | the monthly discharge of blood from the uterus of nonpregnant women from puberty to menopause | a woman does not take the gout unless her menses be stopped |
| maquis | 17 | a guerrilla fighter in the French underground in World War II | - |
| mammie | 12 | - | - |
| masque | 17 | a party of guests wearing costumes and masks | - |
| massif | 11 | a block of the earth's crust bounded by faults and shifted to form peaks of a mountain range | - |
| moaner | 8 | a person given to excessive complaints and crying and whining | - |
| mucker | 14 | - | - |
| musher | 11 | a traveler who drives (or travels with) a dog team | - |
| meanly | 11 | in a miserly manner | they lived meanly and without ostentation |
| mender | 9 | a skilled worker who mends or repairs things | - |
| manito | 8 | - | - |
| mantua | 8 | loose gown of the 17th and 18th centuries | - |
| mashie | 11 | middle-distance iron | - |
| marque | 17 | a name given to a product or service | - |
| midden | 10 | a heap of dung or refuse | - |
| mudder | 10 | a racehorse that runs well on a muddy racetrack | - |
| morass | 8 | a soft wet area of low-lying land that sinks underfoot | - |
| mythos | 14 | - | - |
| maglev | 12 | high-speed rail technology; train is suspended on a magnetic cushion above a magnetized track and so travels free of friction | - |
| maries | 8 | - | - |
| meshed | 12 | the holy city of Shiite Muslims; located in northeastern Iran | - |
| miasma | 10 | unhealthy vapors rising from the ground or other sources | the miasma of the marshes |
| maffia | 14 | any tightly knit group of trusted associates | - |
| maraca | 10 | a percussion instrument consisting of a hollow gourd containing pebbles or beans; often played in pairs | - |
| minyan | 11 | the quorum required by Jewish law to be present for public worship (at least ten males over thirteen years of age) | - |
| mikvah | 18 | (Hebrew) a ritual purification and cleansing bath that Orthodox Jews take on certain occasions (as before Sabbath or after menstruation) | - |
| muscly | 13 | - | - |
| molder | 9 | break down | - |
| mornay | 11 | - | - |
| mazing | 18 | - | - |
| meatus | 8 | a natural body passageway | - |
| matzos | 17 | - | - |
| maxixe | 22 | - | - |
| melter | 8 | a worker who melts substances (metal or wax etc.) | - |
| manche | 13 | - | - |
| manful | 11 | possessing qualities befitting a man | - |
| mastic | 10 | an evergreen shrub of the Mediterranean region that is cultivated for its resin | - |
| mislay | 11 | place (something) where one cannot find it again | - |
| missal | 8 | (Roman Catholic Church) a book containing all the prayers and responses needed to celebrate Mass throughout the year | - |
| minima | 10 | - | - |
| minuet | 8 | a stately court dance in the 17th century | - |
| mocker | 14 | long-tailed grey-and-white songbird of the southern United States able to mimic songs of other birds | - |
| meting | 9 | - | - |
| milage | 9 | distance measured in miles | - |
| mulish | 11 | unreasonably rigid in the face of argument or entreaty or attack | - |
| monera | 8 | prokaryotic bacteria and blue-green algae and various primitive pathogens; because of lack of consensus on how to divide the organisms into phyla informal names are used for the major divisions | - |
| motile | 8 | (of spores or microorganisms) capable of movement | - |
| mutism | 10 | the condition of being unable or unwilling to speak | - |
| mutely | 11 | without speaking | he sat mutely next to her |
| movant | 11 | - | - |
| manoes | 8 | - | - |
| mapaus | 10 | - | - |
| maraka | 12 | - | - |
| marero | 8 | - | - |
| marmem | 12 | - | - |
| marras | 8 | - | - |
| matatu | 8 | - | - |
| matcha | 13 | - | - |
| manebs | 10 | - | - |
| manbag | 11 | - | - |
| maerls | 8 | - | - |
| mahant | 11 | - | - |
| melony | 11 | - | - |
| merrie | 8 | - | - |
| mespil | 10 | - | - |
| modded | 11 | - | - |
| modder | 10 | - | - |
| mohuas | 11 | - | - |
| moiles | 8 | - | - |
| mojito | 15 | - | - |
| moling | 9 | - | - |
| momoir | 10 | - | - |
| mopily | 13 | - | - |
| mochis | 13 | - | - |
| moched | 14 | - | - |
| metica | 10 | - | - |
| mibuna | 10 | - | - |
| midpay | 14 | - | - |
| migawd | 13 | - | - |
| mikvas | 15 | - | - |
| miling | 9 | - | - |
| mirids | 9 | - | - |
| mobeys | 13 | - | - |
| moteys | 11 | - | - |
| mudpie | 11 | - | - |
| myrrhy | 17 | - | - |
| myoids | 12 | - | - |
| muggle | 10 | - | - |
| mulies | 8 | - | - |
| munchy | 16 | - | - |
| munges | 9 | - | - |
| munted | 9 | - | - |
| murked | 13 | - | - |
| mushie | 11 | - | - |
| muzaks | 21 | - | - |
| machan | 13 | - | - |
| macros | 10 | - | - |
| macula | 10 | a small yellowish central area of the retina that is rich in cones and that mediates clear detailed vision | - |
| macule | 10 | a patch of skin that is discolored but not usually elevated; caused by various diseases | - |
| madafu | 12 | - | - |
| madams | 11 | - | - |
| madded | 11 | - | - |
| macron | 10 | a diacritical mark (-) placed above a vowel to indicate a long sound | - |
| macoya | 13 | - | - |
| macher | 13 | - | - |
| maches | 13 | - | - |
| machos | 13 | - | - |
| macing | 11 | - | - |
| mackle | 14 | a printed impression that is blurred or doubled | - |
| macled | 11 | - | - |
| macles | 10 | - | - |
| macons | 10 | - | - |
| madefy | 15 | - | - |
| mafias | 11 | - | - |
| mafics | 13 | - | - |
| mafted | 12 | - | - |
| maftir | 11 | - | - |
| magged | 11 | - | - |
| magian | 9 | - | - |
| maenad | 9 | an unnaturally frenzied or distraught woman | - |
| madges | 10 | - | - |
| madmen | 11 | - | - |
| madres | 9 | - | - |
| madtom | 11 | - | - |
| maduro | 9 | - | - |
| maelid | 9 | - | - |
| magics | 11 | - | - |
| macers | 10 | - | - |
| maaing | 9 | - | - |
| maases | 8 | - | - |
| mabela | 10 | - | - |
| macaco | 12 | - | - |
| macaws | 13 | - | - |
| majlis | 15 | - | - |
| malate | 8 | - | - |
| maleic | 10 | - | - |
| malfed | 12 | - | - |
| malgre | 9 | - | - |
| malibu | 10 | - | - |
| maliks | 12 | - | - |
| malars | 8 | - | - |
| malams | 10 | - | - |
| makars | 12 | - | - |
| makers | 12 | - | - |
| makutu | 12 | - | - |
| maline | 8 | - | - |
| malism | 10 | - | - |
| malist | 8 | - | - |
| maltha | 11 | a thick black tar intermediate between petroleum and asphalt | - |
| maltol | 8 | - | - |
| malvas | 11 | - | - |
| malwas | 11 | - | - |
| mamako | 14 | - | - |
| mamaku | 14 | - | - |
| mambas | 12 | - | - |
| mambos | 12 | - | - |
| maloti | 8 | - | - |
| malkin | 12 | - | - |
| mallam | 10 | - | - |
| malled | 9 | - | - |
| mallee | 8 | any of several low-growing Australian eucalypts | - |
| mallei | 8 | - | - |
| malmag | 11 | - | - |
| mamees | 10 | - | - |
| maizes | 17 | - | - |
| magilp | 11 | a medium for oil-paints; linseed oil mixed with mastic varnish or turpentine | - |
| maguey | 12 | Mexican plant used especially for making pulque which is the source of the colorless Mexican liquor, mescal | - |
| mahewu | 14 | - | - |
| mahmal | 13 | - | - |
| mahoes | 11 | - | - |
| mahsir | 11 | - | - |
| magots | 9 | - | - |
| magnus | 9 | - | - |
| magism | 11 | - | - |
| magmas | 11 | - | - |
| magnes | 9 | - | - |
| magnon | 9 | - | - |
| magnox | 16 | - | - |
| mahuas | 11 | - | - |
| mahwas | 14 | - | - |
| mahzor | 20 | - | - |
| maimer | 10 | a person who mutilates or destroys or disfigures or cripples | - |
| mained | 9 | - | - |
| mainer | 8 | a native or resident of Maine | - |
| mainor | 8 | - | - |
| maires | 8 | - | - |
| maises | 8 | - | - |
| maills | 8 | - | - |
| mailes | 8 | - | - |
| maidan | 9 | - | - |
| maided | 10 | - | - |
| maigre | 9 | large European marine food fish | - |
| maihem | 13 | - | - |
| maikos | 12 | - | - |
| maists | 8 | - | - |
| mazily | 20 | - | - |
| mazout | 17 | - | - |
| mazuma | 19 | - | - |
| mazuts | 17 | - | - |
| mbiras | 10 | - | - |
| mazier | 17 | - | - |
| mazhbi | 22 | - | - |
| mayhap | 16 | by chance | - |
| maying | 12 | - | - |
| mayors | 11 | - | - |
| maypop | 15 | of southern United States; having an insipid berry the size of a hen egg | - |
| mayvin | 14 | - | - |
| mazard | 18 | - | - |
| mazers | 17 | - | - |
| mealed | 9 | - | - |
| mealer | 8 | - | - |
| meatal | 8 | - | - |
| meated | 9 | - | - |
| meathe | 11 | - | - |
| meaths | 11 | - | - |
| meawes | 11 | - | - |
| meazel | 17 | - | - |
| measle | 8 | - | - |
| meases | 8 | - | - |
| mealie | 8 | an ear of corn | - |
| meaned | 9 | - | - |
| meaner | 8 | - | - |
Welcome to the whimsical world of six-letter words starting with M, where language takes on a playful twist and pronunciation dances delightfully off the tongue. These words aren't just any ordinary linguistic creations - they embody the intriguing nuances of the English language, from their melodious sounds to their meaningful implications. Whether you’re pondering over words like "mirths" that bring joy or "marine" that conjures images of the deep blue sea, each offers a unique charm and utility. Let’s dive into this enchanting lexicon, exploring how these M-starting marvels make their mark!
About 6 Letter Words Starting with M
In the vast realm of English vocabulary, six-letter words beginning with M hold a special place. The letter M, nestled between the vowels A and N in the alphabet, lends itself to rich phonetic possibilities. This cushy placement allows M words to roll off the tongue with a mellifluous quality that is both soothing and commanding. The presence of consonants like R or L following M adds depth and resonance, shaping words that are not only pleasant to pronounce but also carry significant weight in communication. For instance, "mantle" evokes imagery of warmth and protection, while "mosaic" brings to mind a vibrant blend of colors and patterns.
These words frequently feature in everyday conversation, literature, and even scientific terminology, owing to their versatility and expressiveness. Consider "mighty," a word brimming with power and strength, often used to describe grandiose ideas or formidable forces. Or "medley," a term that seamlessly mixes different elements into a harmonious whole. The magic of M lies in its ability to transform simple sounds into meaningful expressions that resonate across contexts. Each word carries its history and significance, inviting speakers and listeners alike to explore the stories they tell.
Popular Word Examples
The world of six-letter M words is filled with popular choices that add flair to our everyday language. Here are some favorites:
Mingle
- Definition: To mix or socialize with others.
- Example in a Sentence: At the party, guests were encouraged to mingle and make new friends.
- Fun Fact: The word "mingle" originates from the Old English "mengan," which means to mix.
Marvel
- Definition: To be filled with wonder or astonishment.
- Example in a Sentence: She couldn't help but marvel at the stunning sunset over the hills.
- Fun Fact: Marvel shares its roots with the word "miracle," both stemming from the Latin "mirari," meaning to wonder.
Mellow
- Definition: Pleasantly smooth or soft; free from harshness.
- Example in a Sentence: The mellow sound of jazz music filled the room.
- Fun Fact: Originally used to describe ripened fruit, "mellow" has evolved to describe anything with a soft, pleasing quality.
Mother
- Definition: A female parent.
- Example in a Sentence: Her mother taught her the importance of kindness and patience.
- Fun Fact: The word "mother" is one of the oldest in the English language, with roots in Proto-Indo-European language.
Manner
- Definition: A way in which a thing is done or happens.
- Example in a Sentence: His polite manner made him very likable among his peers.
- Fun Fact: The word "manner" comes from the Latin "manuarius," meaning "of the hand," emphasizing actions and behaviors.
High-Scoring Scrabble Examples
For Scrabble enthusiasts, six-letter M words can be a game-changer. Here are some high-scoring options:
| Word | Scrabble Points | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 26 | The projecting part of an animal's face. |
| Mettle | 8 | A person's ability to cope well with difficulties. |
| Mumble | 12 | To speak indistinctly in a low voice. |
| Meddle | 10 | To interfere in something that is not one's concern. |
| Mottle | 8 | To mark with spots or smears of color. |
Popular 5-Letter Words for Wordle
For Wordle aficionados, these five-letter M words might come in handy:
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Magic | Having supernatural powers or qualities. |
| Maple | A type of tree known for its sap used in syrup. |
| Mocha | A type of coffee flavored with chocolate. |
| Music | Vocal or instrumental sounds combined to produce harmony. |
| March | To walk in a military manner with a regular measured tread. |
Unusual and Rare Word Examples
Beyond the common, there are rare gems among the six-letter M words:
Miasma
- Definition: A highly unpleasant or unhealthy smell or vapor.
- Interesting Fact: Historically, miasma was thought to be the cause of diseases before the germ theory.
- Example in a Sentence: The miasma from the swamp was overwhelming as we approached.
Mucous
- Definition: Relating to, producing, or covered with mucus.
- Interesting Fact: The term mucous is often confused with mucus, which is the substance produced.
- Example in a Sentence: The mucous membrane in our nose helps filter dust and pathogens.
Mottle
- Definition: To mark with spots or blotches of different shades or colors.
- Interesting Fact: "Mottle" is often used in describing patterns on animals or plants.
- Example in a Sentence: The artist decided to mottle the background to give the painting more depth.
Myriad
- Definition: A countless or extremely great number.
- Interesting Fact: Originating from Greek, "myriad" once specifically meant 10,000.
- Example in a Sentence: There are a myriad of stars visible on a clear night.
Miasms
- Definition: An obsolete medical theory of infectious diseases.
- Interesting Fact: Miasms were believed to be airborne particles responsible for illness.
- Example in a Sentence: In the 19th century, people believed miasms caused cholera outbreaks.
Final Words
Exploring six-letter words starting with M reveals a captivating blend of commonality and curiosity. From everyday terms to rarities that spark intrigue, these words enhance our language with their melodious beginnings and multifaceted meanings. Whether you're a Scrabble strategist, a Wordle wizard, or just a lover of language, the world of M words invites endless exploration and enjoyment.
