Words Starting With SE
Welcome to a sensational journey through words that kick off with "SE"! From the serene to the spectacular, this collection is set to spark your curiosity and expand your vocabulary. Dive in and see how many "SE" words you can sprinkle into your conversations today!
3 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| see | 3 | take charge of or deal with | Could you see about lunch? |
| set | 3 | an unofficial association of people or groups | the smart set goes there |
| sex | 10 | the properties that distinguish organisms on the basis of their reproductive roles | she didn't want to know the sex of the foetus |
| sea | 3 | anything apparently limitless in quantity or volume | - |
| sec | 5 | 1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites | - |
| sew | 6 | create (clothes) with cloth | Can the seamstress sew me a suit by next week? |
| sen | 3 | a fractional monetary unit of Japan and Indonesia and Cambodia; equal to one hundredth of a yen or rupiah or riel | - |
| sei | 3 | - | - |
| ser | 3 | - | - |
| sel | 3 | - | - |
| sed | 4 | - | - |
| seg | 4 | - | - |
| sev | 6 | - | - |
| sey | 6 | - | - |
| sez | 12 | - | - |
4 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| seen | 4 | - | - |
| send | 5 | transfer | - |
| sent | 4 | 100 senti equal 1 kroon in Estonia | - |
| seem | 6 | give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect | She seems to be sleeping |
| sell | 4 | deliver to an enemy by treachery | - |
| seat | 4 | show to a seat; assign a seat for | The host seated me next to Mrs. Smith |
| self | 7 | your consciousness of your own identity | - |
| sexy | 14 | stimulating sexual desire | - |
| seek | 8 | make an effort or attempt | She always seeks to do good in the world |
| sean | 4 | - | - |
| seal | 4 | a member of a Naval Special Warfare unit who is trained for unconventional warfare | - |
| seed | 5 | the thick white fluid containing spermatozoa that is ejaculated by the male genital tract | - |
| semi | 6 | a trailer having wheels only in the rear; the front is supported by the towing vehicle | - |
| sect | 6 | a subdivision of a larger religious group | - |
| sewn | 7 | fastened with stitches | - |
| sera | 4 | - | - |
| seam | 6 | a slight depression or fold in the smoothness of a surface | - |
| sena | 4 | - | - |
| sept | 6 | the month following August and preceding October | - |
| seer | 4 | an authoritative person who divines the future | - |
| seep | 6 | pass gradually or leak through or as if through small openings | - |
| sear | 4 | cause to wither or parch from exposure to heat | - |
| seco | 6 | - | - |
| sere | 4 | (used especially of vegetation) having lost all moisture | the desert was edged with sere vegetation |
| serf | 7 | (Middle Ages) a person who is bound to the land and owned by the feudal lord | - |
| sens | 4 | street names for marijuana | - |
| seta | 4 | a stiff hair or bristle | - |
| seas | 4 | - | - |
| sech | 9 | - | - |
| secs | 6 | - | - |
| seel | 4 | sew up the eyelids of hawks and falcons | - |
| sees | 4 | - | - |
| sego | 5 | - | - |
| segs | 5 | - | - |
| seif | 7 | - | - |
| seik | 8 | - | - |
| seil | 4 | - | - |
| seir | 4 | - | - |
| seis | 4 | - | - |
| sekt | 8 | - | - |
| seld | 5 | - | - |
| sele | 4 | - | - |
| sels | 4 | - | - |
| seme | 6 | - | - |
| sene | 4 | 100 sene equal 1 tala in Western Samoa | - |
| seps | 6 | - | - |
| serk | 8 | - | - |
| serr | 4 | - | - |
| sers | 4 | - | - |
| sese | 4 | - | - |
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5 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| sense | 5 | the meaning of a word or expression; the way in which a word or expression or situation can be interpreted | the dictionary gave several senses for the word |
| seven | 8 | the cardinal number that is the sum of six and one | - |
| serve | 8 | mate with | male animals serve the females for breeding purposes |
| seats | 5 | an area that includes places where several people can sit | - |
| seize | 14 | take possession of by force, as after an invasion | the invaders seized the land and property of the inhabitants |
| setup | 7 | equipment designed to serve a specific function | - |
| sewer | 8 | a waste pipe that carries away sewage or surface water | - |
| serge | 6 | a twilled woolen fabric | - |
| semen | 7 | the thick white fluid containing spermatozoa that is ejaculated by the male genital tract | - |
| serum | 7 | an amber, watery fluid, rich in proteins, that separates out when blood coagulates | - |
| senor | 5 | a Spanish title or form of address for a man; similar to the English `Mr' or `sir' | - |
| sever | 8 | cut off from a whole | His head was severed from his body |
| sewed | 9 | fastened with stitches | - |
| sedan | 6 | a car that is closed and that has front and rear seats and two or four doors | - |
| seine | 5 | a French river that flows through the heart of Paris and then northward into the English Channel | - |
| serra | 5 | Spanish missionary who founded Franciscan missions in California (1713-1784) | - |
| seder | 6 | (Judaism) the ceremonial dinner on the first night (or both nights) of Passover | - |
| senna | 5 | any of various plants of the genus Senna having pinnately compound leaves and showy usually yellow flowers; many are used medicinally | - |
| seedy | 9 | somewhat ill or prone to illness | - |
| semis | 7 | - | - |
| segue | 6 | proceed without interruption; in music or talk | He segued into another discourse |
| servo | 8 | control system that converts a small mechanical motion into one requiring much greater power; may include a negative feedback system | - |
| sexed | 13 | characterized by sexuality | highly sexed |
| sepia | 7 | type genus of the Sepiidae | - |
| sedge | 7 | grasslike or rushlike plant growing in wet places having solid stems, narrow grasslike leaves and spikelets of inconspicuous flowers | - |
| seely | 8 | - | - |
| sepoy | 10 | - | - |
| senti | 5 | - | - |
| selva | 8 | a rain forest in a tropical area | - |
| seamy | 10 | morally degraded | the seamy side of life |
| sedum | 8 | any of various plants of the genus Sedum | - |
| sella | 5 | - | - |
| seton | 5 | United States religious leader who was the first person born in the United States to be canonized (1774-1821) | - |
| seals | 5 | - | - |
| seame | 7 | - | - |
| seams | 7 | - | - |
| seans | 5 | - | - |
| seare | 5 | - | - |
| sears | 5 | - | - |
| sease | 5 | - | - |
| seaze | 14 | - | - |
| sebum | 9 | the oily secretion of the sebaceous glands; with perspiration it moistens and protects the skin | - |
| secco | 9 | - | - |
| sechs | 10 | - | - |
| sects | 7 | - | - |
| sedes | 6 | - | - |
| sedgy | 10 | covered with sedges (grasslike marsh plants) | - |
| seeds | 6 | - | - |
| seeks | 9 | - | - |
| seeld | 6 | - | - |
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6 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| second | 9 | an indefinitely short time | - |
| secret | 8 | not openly made known | a secret marriage |
| seeing | 7 | normal use of the faculty of vision | - |
| search | 11 | inquire into | the students had to research the history of the Second World War for their history project |
| settle | 6 | come to terms | - |
| season | 6 | one of the natural periods into which the year is divided by the equinoxes and solstices or atmospheric conditions | the regular sequence of the seasons |
| sexual | 13 | involved in a sexual relationship | the intimate (or sexual) relations between husband and wife |
| senior | 6 | a person who is older than you are | - |
| series | 6 | a periodical that appears at scheduled times | - |
| secure | 8 | immune to attack; incapable of being tampered with | a secure telephone connection |
| serial | 6 | of or relating to the sequential performance of multiple operations | serial processing |
| sealed | 7 | (of walls) covered with a coat of plaster | - |
| severe | 9 | unsparing and uncompromising in discipline or judgment | a parent severe to the pitch of hostility |
| seated | 7 | (of persons) having the torso erect and legs bent with the body supported on the buttocks | the seated Madonna |
| sector | 8 | a particular aspect of life or activity | he was helpless in an important sector of his life |
| seduce | 9 | induce to have sex | Harry finally seduced Sally |
| senate | 6 | the upper house of the United States Congress | - |
| select | 8 | pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives | She selected a pair of shoes from among the dozen the salesgirl had shown her |
| sewing | 10 | needlework on which you are working with needle and thread | she put her sewing back in the basket |
| seldom | 9 | not often | - |
| seller | 6 | someone who promotes or exchanges goods or services for money | - |
| senile | 6 | mentally or physically infirm with age | - |
| sensed | 7 | detected by instinct or inference rather than by recognized perceptual cues | a sensed presence in the room raised goosebumps on her arms |
| sermon | 8 | an address of a religious nature (usually delivered during a church service) | - |
| server | 9 | (computer science) a computer that provides client stations with access to files and printers as shared resources to a computer network | - |
| sesame | 8 | East Indian annual erect herb; source of sesame seed or benniseed and sesame oil | - |
| seeker | 10 | someone making a search or inquiry | they are seekers after truth |
| sensor | 6 | any device that receives a signal or stimulus (as heat or pressure or light or motion etc.) and responds to it in a distinctive manner | - |
| sequel | 15 | something that follows something else | - |
| serene | 6 | not agitated; without losing self-possession | he remained serene in the midst of turbulence |
| sewage | 10 | waste matter carried away in sewers or drains | - |
| sexist | 13 | a man with a chauvinistic belief in the inferiority of women | - |
| sexier | 13 | - | - |
| septic | 10 | containing or resulting from disease-causing organisms | a septic sore throat |
| selves | 9 | - | - |
| sender | 7 | set used to broadcast radio or tv signals | - |
| senora | 6 | a Spanish title or form of address for a married woman; similar to the English `Mrs' or `madam' | - |
| sentry | 9 | a person employed to keep watch for some anticipated event | - |
| seaman | 8 | muckraking United States journalist who exposed bad conditions in mental institutions (1867-1922) | - |
| sevens | 9 | a card game in which you play your sevens and other cards in sequence in the same suit as the sevens; you win if you are the first to use all your cards | - |
| sedate | 7 | dignified and somber in manner or character and committed to keeping promises | a quiet sedate nature |
| seabed | 9 | the bottom of a sea or ocean | - |
| sexism | 15 | discriminatory or abusive behavior towards members of the opposite sex | - |
| sexton | 13 | an officer of the church who is in charge of sacred objects | - |
| seater | 6 | - | - |
| setter | 6 | one who sets written material into type | - |
| seared | 7 | having the surface burned quickly with intense heat | the seared meat is then covered with hot liquid for braising |
| senhor | 9 | a Portuguese title of respect; equivalent to English `Mr' | - |
| seance | 8 | a meeting of spiritualists | the seance was held in the medium's parlor |
| seeded | 8 | sprinkled with seed | a seeded lawn |
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7 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| serious | 7 | appealing to the mind | a serious book |
| service | 12 | mate with | - |
| several | 10 | considered individually | specialists in their several fields |
| selling | 8 | the exchange of goods for an agreed sum of money | - |
| sending | 9 | the act of causing something to go (especially messages) | - |
| section | 9 | a self-contained part of a larger composition (written or musical) | he always turns first to the business section |
| settled | 8 | inhabited by colonists | - |
| selfish | 13 | concerned chiefly or only with yourself and your advantage to the exclusion of others | - |
| setting | 8 | the context and environment in which something is set | the perfect setting for a ghost story |
| senator | 7 | a member of a senate | - |
| servant | 10 | a person working in the service of another (especially in the household) | - |
| serving | 11 | an individual quantity of food or drink taken as part of a meal | there's enough for two servings each |
| session | 7 | a meeting of spiritualists | - |
| seeking | 12 | the act of searching for something | - |
| seventh | 13 | one part in seven equal parts | - |
| seventy | 13 | the cardinal number that is the product of ten and seven | - |
| serpent | 9 | limbless scaly elongate reptile; some are venomous | - |
| secrecy | 14 | the trait of keeping things secret | - |
| seizure | 16 | a sudden occurrence (or recurrence) of a disease | he suffered an epileptic seizure |
| seminar | 9 | a course offered for a small group of advanced students | - |
| seduced | 11 | - | - |
| severed | 11 | detached by cutting | a severed head |
| seafood | 11 | edible fish (broadly including freshwater fish) or shellfish or roe etc | - |
| seaside | 8 | the shore of a sea or ocean regarded as a resort | - |
| sensual | 7 | marked by the appetites and passions of the body | a sensual delight in eating |
| seating | 8 | an area that includes places where several people can sit | there is seating for 40 students in this classroom |
| seaweed | 11 | plant growing in the sea, especially marine algae | - |
| sellers | 7 | English comic actor (1925-1980) | - |
| segment | 10 | divide into segments | segment an orange |
| sensing | 8 | becoming aware of something via the senses | - |
| setback | 15 | an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating | - |
| sexiest | 14 | - | - |
| seagull | 8 | mostly white aquatic bird having long pointed wings and short legs | - |
| sedated | 9 | - | - |
| seasick | 13 | experiencing motion sickness | - |
| secular | 9 | characteristic of or devoted to the temporal world as opposed to the spiritual world | - |
| seismic | 11 | subject to or caused by an earthquake or earth vibration | - |
| seizing | 17 | the act of gripping something firmly with the hands (or the tentacles) | - |
| sensory | 10 | relating to or concerned in sensation | the sensory cortex |
| seeming | 10 | appearing as such but not necessarily so | his seeming honesty |
| seminal | 9 | containing seeds of later development | seminal ideas of one discipline can influence the growth of another |
| seltzer | 16 | effervescent beverage artificially charged with carbon dioxide | - |
| sealing | 8 | the act of treating something to make it repel water | - |
| seeping | 10 | leaking out slowly | - |
| servile | 10 | relating to or involving slaves or appropriate for slaves or servants | Brown's attempt at servile insurrection |
| seducer | 10 | a man who takes advantage of women | - |
| sellout | 7 | a betrayal of one's principles principles, country, cause, etc. | - |
| searing | 8 | severely critical | - |
| seraphs | 12 | - | - |
| serafin | 10 | - | - |
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8 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| security | 13 | defense against financial failure; financial independence | his pension gave him security in his old age |
| sergeant | 9 | a lawman with the rank of sergeant | - |
| separate | 10 | treat differently on the basis of sex or race | - |
| sentence | 10 | pronounce a sentence on (somebody) in a court of law | - |
| services | 13 | performance of duties or provision of space and equipment helpful to others | the mayor tried to maintain city services |
| secretly | 13 | in secrecy; not openly | met secretly to discuss the invasion plans |
| sequence | 19 | film consisting of a succession of related shots that develop a given subject in a movie | - |
| selected | 11 | chosen in preference to another | - |
| sexually | 18 | with respect to sexuality | sexually ambiguous |
| semester | 10 | half a year; a period of 6 months | - |
| sensible | 10 | able to feel or perceive | even amoeba are sensible creatures |
| sessions | 8 | United States composer who promoted 20th century music (1896-1985) | - |
| secondly | 14 | in the second place | - |
| severely | 14 | with sternness; in a severe manner | peered severely over her glasses |
| settling | 9 | a gradual sinking to a lower level | - |
| sedative | 12 | tending to soothe or tranquilize | took a hot drink with sedative properties before going to bed |
| serenity | 11 | the absence of mental stress or anxiety | - |
| seatbelt | 10 | a safety belt used in a car or plane to hold you in your seat in case of an accident | - |
| seminary | 13 | a private place of education for the young | - |
| seasonal | 8 | a worker who finds employment only in certain seasons | - |
| selfless | 11 | showing unselfish concern for the welfare of others | - |
| seducing | 12 | - | - |
| seasoned | 9 | rendered competent through trial and experience | a seasoned traveler |
| secluded | 12 | hidden from general view or use | a secluded romantic spot |
| seashore | 11 | the shore of a sea or ocean | - |
| senorita | 8 | a Spanish title or form of address used to or of an unmarried girl or woman; similar to the English `Miss' | - |
| sentinel | 8 | a person employed to keep watch for some anticipated event | - |
| serenade | 9 | a musical composition in several movements; has no fixed form | - |
| sediment | 11 | matter that has been deposited by some natural process | - |
| severity | 14 | used of the degree of something undesirable e.g. pain or weather | - |
| securely | 13 | in a secure manner; in a manner free from danger | she held the child securely |
| serviced | 14 | - | - |
| seawater | 11 | water containing salts | - |
| sensuous | 8 | taking delight in beauty | the sensuous joy from all things fair |
| sentient | 8 | endowed with feeling and unstructured consciousness | the living knew themselves just sentient puppets on God's stage |
| seaboard | 11 | the shore of a sea or ocean regarded as a resort | - |
| sedation | 9 | the administration of a sedative agent or drug | - |
| serrated | 9 | notched like a saw with teeth pointing toward the apex | - |
| seething | 12 | in constant agitation | a seething flag-waving crowd filled the streets |
| sensibly | 13 | with good sense or in a reasonable or intelligent manner | he acted sensibly in the crisis |
| seraphim | 15 | - | - |
| sedition | 9 | an illegal action inciting resistance to lawful authority and tending to cause the disruption or overthrow of the government | - |
| seashell | 11 | the shell of a marine organism | - |
| seamless | 10 | smooth, especially of skin | - |
| severing | 12 | the act of severing | - |
| senility | 11 | mental infirmity as a consequence of old age; sometimes shown by foolish infatuations | - |
| sexiness | 15 | the arousal of feelings of sexual desire | - |
| seaplane | 10 | glide on the water in a hydroplane | - |
| searcher | 13 | someone making a search or inquiry | - |
| semolina | 10 | milled product of durum wheat (or other hard wheat) used in pasta | - |
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9 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| seriously | 12 | in a serious manner | a play dealing seriously with the question of divorce |
| secretary | 14 | a person to whom a secret is entrusted | - |
| sensitive | 12 | hurting | - |
| searching | 15 | having keenness and forcefulness and penetration in thought, expression, or intellect | searching insights |
| separated | 12 | being or feeling set or kept apart from others | thought of herself as alone and separated from the others |
| sentenced | 12 | - | - |
| sensation | 9 | someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field | - |
| selection | 11 | the person or thing chosen or selected | - |
| seventeen | 12 | being one more than sixteen | - |
| secondary | 15 | coil such that current is induced in it by passing a current through the primary coil | - |
| sexuality | 19 | the properties that distinguish organisms on the basis of their reproductive roles | - |
| senseless | 9 | not marked by the use of reason | a senseless act |
| sentiment | 11 | a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty | - |
| seemingly | 15 | from appearances alone | the child is seemingly healthy but the doctor is concerned |
| separates | 11 | - | - |
| secretive | 14 | inclined to secrecy or reticence about divulging information | - |
| seduction | 12 | an act of winning the love or sexual favor of someone | - |
| seductive | 15 | tending to entice into a desired action or state | - |
| severance | 14 | the act of severing | - |
| selective | 14 | characterized by very careful or fastidious selection | the school was very selective in its admissions |
| seventies | 12 | the time of life between 70 and 80 | - |
| servicing | 15 | the act of mating by male animals | the bull was worth good money in servicing fees |
| serialize | 18 | arrange serially | - |
| seniority | 12 | higher rank than that of others especially by reason of longer service | - |
| seasoning | 10 | something added to food primarily for the savor it imparts | - |
| serotonin | 9 | a neurotransmitter involved in e.g. sleep and depression and memory | - |
| seclusion | 11 | the quality of being secluded from the presence or view of others | - |
| servitude | 13 | state of subjection to an owner or master or forced labor imposed as punishment | penal servitude |
| semblance | 15 | an outward or token appearance or form that is deliberately misleading | he hoped his claims would have a semblance of authenticity |
| secretion | 11 | the organic process of synthesizing and releasing some substance | - |
| selfishly | 18 | in an egotistical manner | - |
| semantics | 13 | the meaning of a word, phrase, sentence, or text | a petty argument about semantics |
| semifinal | 14 | one of the two competitions in the next to the last round of an elimination tournament | - |
| senhorita | 12 | - | - |
| seafaring | 13 | travel by water | - |
| seaworthy | 18 | fit for a sea voyage | - |
| sectarian | 11 | a member of a sect | most sectarians are intolerant of the views of any other sect |
| sepulchre | 16 | a chamber that is used as a grave | - |
| secession | 11 | an Austrian school of art and architecture parallel to the French art nouveau in the 1890s | - |
| sectional | 11 | consisting of or divided into sections | a sectional sofa |
| sensually | 12 | in a sultry and sensual manner | the belly dancer mover sensually among the tables |
| sequencer | 20 | (chemistry) an apparatus that can determine the sequence of monomers in a polymer | - |
| sedentary | 13 | requiring sitting or little activity | forced by illness to lead a sedentary life |
| segmented | 13 | having the body divided into successive metameres or segments, as in earthworms or lobsters | - |
| sensorial | 9 | involving or derived from the senses | - |
| sectioned | 12 | consisting of or divided into sections | sectioned plates |
| segregate | 11 | divide from the main body or mass and collect | Many towns segregated into new counties |
| semiotics | 13 | (philosophy) a philosophical theory of the functions of signs and symbols | - |
| sepulcher | 16 | a chamber that is used as a grave | - |
| secateurs | 11 | small pruning shears with a spring that holds the handles open and a single blade that closes against a flat surface | - |
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10 letter words
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| separation | 12 | (law) the cessation of cohabitation of man and wife (either by mutual agreement or under a court order) | - |
| settlement | 12 | the act of colonizing; the establishment of colonies | - |
| separately | 15 | apart from others | - |
| separating | 13 | - | - |
| sentencing | 13 | - | - |
| seamstress | 12 | someone who makes or mends dresses | - |
| sensuality | 13 | desire for sensual pleasures | - |
| secondhand | 17 | previously used or owned by another | bought a secondhand (or used) car |
| serpentine | 12 | resembling a serpent in form | a serpentine wall |
| segregated | 13 | separated or isolated from others or a main group | a segregated school system |
| separatist | 12 | an advocate of secession or separation from a larger group (such as an established church or a national union) | - |
| sequential | 19 | in regular succession without gaps | - |
| selflessly | 16 | in an altruistic manner | he acted selflessly when he helped the old lady in distress |
| septicemia | 16 | invasion of the bloodstream by virulent microorganisms from a focus of infection | - |
| sexologist | 18 | - | - |
| serviceman | 17 | someone who serves in the armed forces; a member of a military force | - |
| seductress | 13 | a woman who seduces | - |
| seamlessly | 15 | - | - |
| seismology | 16 | the branch of geology that studies earthquakes | - |
| seminarian | 12 | a student at a seminary (especially a Roman Catholic seminary) | - |
| senatorial | 10 | of or relating to senators | senatorial election |
| serialized | 20 | - | - |
| sexualized | 27 | - | - |
| secondment | 15 | a speech seconding a motion | - |
| seamanship | 17 | skill in sailing | - |
| secularism | 14 | a doctrine that rejects religion and religious considerations | - |
| seminaries | 12 | - | - |
| sensitized | 20 | having an allergy or peculiar or excessive susceptibility (especially to a specific factor) | - |
| serenading | 12 | - | - |
| seasonally | 13 | depending on the season | prices are seasonally adjusted |
| semicircle | 16 | a plane figure with the shape of half a circle | - |
| sensuously | 13 | with aesthetic gratification or delight | sensuously delighting in the wine and food |
| separatism | 14 | advocacy of a policy of strict separation of church and state | - |
| sertraline | 10 | a selective-serotonin reuptake inhibitor commonly prescribed as an antidepressant (trade name Zoloft) | - |
| sedulously | 14 | in a sedulous manner | this illusion has been sedulously fostered |
| seersucker | 16 | a light puckered fabric (usually striped) | - |
| seminarist | 12 | a student at a seminary (especially a Roman Catholic seminary) | - |
| semiquaver | 24 | a musical note having the time value of a sixteenth of a whole note | - |
| seabeaches | 17 | - | - |
| seaborgium | 15 | a transuranic element | - |
| seabottles | 12 | - | - |
| seachanger | 16 | - | - |
| seacunnies | 12 | - | - |
| seafarings | 14 | - | - |
| seagrasses | 11 | - | - |
| sealifting | 14 | - | - |
| sealpoints | 12 | - | - |
| seamanlier | 12 | - | - |
| seamanlike | 16 | characteristic of or befitting a seaman; indicating competent seamanship | - |
| seannachie | 15 | - | - |
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Welcome to the delightful world of words starting with SE, where a simple combination of letters can create a linguistic tapestry both intricate and fascinating. From serene meadows to secretive spies, these words evoke a range of imagery and emotions. The sibilant "s" paired with the energetic "e" creates a sound that's both smooth and engaging, inviting us to explore meanings that span from everyday simplicity to profound depth. Hang tight as we dive into the wonders of these words, discovering how they add flair and flavor to our language.
About words starting with SE
The combination of S and E at the beginning of words is a staple in the English language, offering a sense of balance between the hissing "s" and the open, airy "e." This pairing has produced a plethora of words that serve various functions, whether describing actions, states, or objects. Because of their versatility, these words often find themselves at the heart of our conversations, enriching our communication and expanding our vocabulary. Words starting with SE have a certain rhythm that makes them enjoyable to pronounce and a common choice for poets and writers who appreciate their phonetic beauty.
In terms of word formation, the SE combination frequently appears in verbs, nouns, and adjectives, providing a base that can be easily modified with prefixes and suffixes. For instance, the verb "secure" can transform into "security," "insecure," or "secured," showcasing its adaptability. Pronunciation varies with context, sometimes carrying a soft whisper, like in "secular," or a stronger emphasis, as seen in "severe." This duality adds layers of meaning and complexity to the English lexicon, making words starting with SE an intriguing subject of study.
Popular word examples
Words starting with SE are found everywhere, from conversations to literature. Here are some popular examples that highlight their charm:
Secure
- Definition: Free from danger or risk.
- Example in a Sentence: She felt secure knowing the doors were locked.
- Fun Fact: The word "secure" originates from the Latin "securus," meaning "without care."
Secret
- Definition: Something that is kept or meant to be kept unknown.
- Example in a Sentence: He whispered a secret to his friend during class.
- Fun Fact: The concept of a "secret" has been central to many espionage stories and films.
Seldom
- Definition: Not often; rarely.
- Example in a Sentence: They seldom visit the city since moving to the countryside.
- Fun Fact: "Seldom" has Old English roots, originally spelled as "seldum."
Select
- Definition: To carefully choose as being the best or most suitable.
- Example in a Sentence: Please select your preferred meal option on the form.
- Fun Fact: The term "select" shares its origins with "elect," both deriving from Latin "eligere."
Sense
- Definition: A faculty by which the body perceives an external stimulus.
- Example in a Sentence: The room was filled with a sense of anticipation.
- Fun Fact: "Sense" comes from the Latin "sensus," meaning feeling or perception.
Segment
- Definition: Each of the parts into which something is divided.
- Example in a Sentence: The company decided to segment the market to target different age groups.
- Fun Fact: In mathematics, a segment refers to a part of a line between two points.
Separate
- Definition: Cause to move or be apart.
- Example in a Sentence: They agreed to separate the tasks to finish quicker.
- Fun Fact: The word "separate" can often be misspelled due to its tricky vowel arrangement.
Severe
- Definition: Very great; intense.
- Example in a Sentence: The storm caused severe damage to the coastal town.
- Fun Fact: "Severe" is often used in meteorology to describe harsh weather conditions.
Sequence
- Definition: A particular order in which related events follow each other.
- Example in a Sentence: The dance sequence was breathtakingly beautiful.
- Fun Fact: Film editors often work with sequences to craft coherent narratives.
Service
- Definition: The action of helping or doing work for someone.
- Example in a Sentence: The customer service team was very helpful.
- Fun Fact: "Service" also refers to religious ceremonies, such as a church service.
High-scoring Scrabble examples
Scrabble enthusiasts know the value of high-scoring words. Here are some gems starting with SE:
| Word | Scrabble Points | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| Sequoia | 16 | A tall tree with reddish-brown bark. |
| Seizing | 17 | Taking hold suddenly and forcibly. |
| Sextant | 14 | An instrument used for measuring angular distances. |
| Seclude | 10 | Keep away from others; isolate. |
| Segment | 10 | Each of the parts into which something is divided. |
Popular 5-letter words for Wordle
Wordle players can appreciate these concise, strategic choices:
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Serve | Perform duties or services for another person. |
| Sense | A way in which an organism perceives the environment. |
| Seven | A number equivalent to the sum of three and four. |
| Setup | The way in which something is arranged or organized. |
| Seize | Take hold of suddenly and forcibly. |
Unusual and rare word examples
Diving into the realm of the rare and unusual, here are some intriguing words starting with SE:
Sepulchral
- Definition: Relating to a tomb; gloomy.
- Interesting Fact: "Sepulchral" originates from the Latin "sepulcralis," relating to burial.
- Example in a Sentence: The old mansion had a sepulchral atmosphere.
Semaphore
- Definition: A system of sending messages by holding arms or flags in certain positions.
- Interesting Fact: Semaphore signaling was crucial for naval communication before the radio.
- Example in a Sentence: The sailors used semaphore to communicate between ships.
Sesquipedalian
- Definition: Characterized by long words; long-winded.
- Interesting Fact: Derived from the Latin "sesquipedalis," meaning "a foot and a half long."
- Example in a Sentence: His sesquipedalian style made his speeches difficult to follow.
Seersucker
- Definition: A light, puckered fabric, usually striped.
- Interesting Fact: The word comes from Persian "shir o shakar," meaning "milk and sugar."
- Example in a Sentence: He wore a seersucker suit to the summer wedding.
Sedulous
- Definition: Showing dedication and diligence.
- Interesting Fact: It comes from the Latin "sedulus," meaning "zealous."
- Example in a Sentence: Her sedulous attention to detail was evident in the final report.
Final words
Exploring the world of words starting with SE is a journey through language’s nuances, complexities, and charms. Whether you're a Scrabble master, a Wordle enthusiast, or just someone who loves the richness of vocabulary, these words offer endless fascination. Dive into the SE section of your dictionary, and you might just find some new favorites to brighten your day!
