Words Starting With SU
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3 letter words
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| sun | 3 | first day of the week; observed as a day of rest and worship by most Christians | - |
| sue | 3 | French writer whose novels described the sordid side of city life (1804-1857) | - |
| sub | 5 | a large sandwich made of a long crusty roll split lengthwise and filled with meats and cheese (and tomato and onion and lettuce and condiments); different names are used in different sections of the United States | - |
| sum | 5 | determine the sum of | - |
| sup | 5 | a small amount of liquid food | a sup of ale |
| sur | 3 | a port in southern Lebanon on the Mediterranean Sea; formerly a major Phoenician seaport famous for silks | - |
| sui | 3 | - | - |
| sus | 3 | type genus of the Suidae | - |
| sug | 4 | - | - |
| sud | 4 | - | - |
| suk | 7 | - | - |
| suq | 12 | - | - |
4 letter words
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|---|---|---|---|
| sure | 4 | having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured | was sure (or certain) she had seen it |
| such | 9 | of so extreme a degree or extent | such weeping |
| suit | 4 | enhance the appearance of | This behavior doesn't suit you! |
| suck | 10 | give suck to | The wetnurse suckled the infant |
| sung | 5 | the imperial dynasty of China from 960 to 1279; noted for art and literature and philosophy | - |
| surf | 7 | waves breaking on the shore | - |
| sunk | 8 | doomed to extinction | - |
| sumo | 6 | a Japanese form of wrestling; you lose if you are forced out of a small ring or if any part of your body (other than your feet) touches the ground | - |
| sulk | 8 | a mood or display of sullen aloofness or withdrawal | stayed home in a sulk |
| sumi | 6 | - | - |
| sulu | 4 | - | - |
| sura | 4 | the muscular back part of the shank | - |
| suds | 5 | make froth or foam and become bubbly | - |
| suet | 4 | hard fat around the kidneys and loins in beef and sheep | - |
| suss | 4 | - | - |
| sump | 8 | a covered cistern; waste water and sewage flow into it | - |
| susu | 4 | - | - |
| suba | 6 | - | - |
| subs | 6 | - | - |
| sudd | 6 | - | - |
| sued | 5 | - | - |
| suer | 4 | someone who petitions a court for redress of a grievance or recovery of a right | - |
| sues | 4 | - | - |
| sugh | 8 | - | - |
| sugo | 5 | - | - |
| sugs | 5 | - | - |
| suid | 5 | - | - |
| sukh | 11 | - | - |
| suks | 8 | - | - |
| sums | 6 | - | - |
| sumy | 9 | - | - |
| suni | 4 | - | - |
| sunn | 4 | - | - |
| suns | 4 | - | - |
| supe | 6 | - | - |
| sups | 6 | - | - |
| suqs | 13 | - | - |
| surd | 5 | produced without vibration of the vocal cords | - |
5 letter words
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| super | 7 | a caretaker for an apartment house; represents the owner as janitor and rent collector | - |
| sugar | 6 | an essential structural component of living cells and source of energy for animals; includes simple sugars with small molecules as well as macromolecular substances; are classified according to the number of monosaccharide groups they contain | - |
| sucks | 11 | - | - |
| sunny | 8 | bright and pleasant; promoting a feeling of cheer | a gay sunny room |
| suite | 5 | apartment consisting of a series of connected rooms used as a living unit (as in a hotel) | - |
| sushi | 8 | rice (with raw fish) wrapped in seaweed | - |
| suing | 6 | - | - |
| surge | 6 | rise rapidly | - |
| sully | 8 | United States painter (born in England) of portraits and historical scenes (1783-1872) | - |
| sutra | 5 | a rule or aphorism in Sanskrit literature or a group of aphoristic doctrinal summaries prepared for memorization | - |
| suave | 8 | having a sophisticated charm | - |
| surly | 8 | inclined to anger or bad feelings with overtones of menace | a surly waiter |
| suede | 6 | leather with a napped surface | - |
| sucre | 7 | the basic unit of money in Ecuador; equal to 100 centavos | - |
| sunup | 7 | the first light of day | - |
| sulky | 12 | depressingly dark | - |
| surat | 5 | - | - |
| supra | 7 | (in writing) at an earlier place | - |
| summa | 9 | - | - |
| surer | 5 | - | - |
| sudsy | 9 | resembling lather or covered with lather | - |
| sunna | 5 | (Islam) the way of life prescribed as normative for Muslims on the basis of the teachings and practices of Muhammad and interpretations of the Koran | - |
| sumac | 9 | a shrub or tree of the genus Rhus (usually limited to the non-poisonous members of the genus) | - |
| surah | 8 | - | - |
| sutta | 5 | - | - |
| sulfa | 8 | antibacterial consisting of any of several synthetic organic compounds capable of inhibiting the growth of bacteria that require PABA | - |
| subah | 10 | - | - |
| subas | 7 | - | - |
| subby | 12 | - | - |
| suber | 7 | - | - |
| subha | 10 | - | - |
| succi | 9 | - | - |
| sucky | 14 | - | - |
| sudds | 7 | - | - |
| sudor | 6 | salty fluid secreted by sweat glands | - |
| suent | 5 | - | - |
| suers | 5 | - | - |
| suete | 5 | - | - |
| suets | 5 | - | - |
| suety | 8 | like or full of suet | suety lamb chops |
| sugan | 6 | - | - |
| sughs | 9 | - | - |
| sugos | 6 | - | - |
| suhur | 8 | - | - |
| suids | 6 | - | - |
| suint | 5 | - | - |
| suits | 5 | - | - |
| sujee | 12 | - | - |
| sukhs | 12 | - | - |
| sukuk | 13 | - | - |
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6 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| summer | 10 | the warmest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the summer solstice to the autumnal equinox | they spent a lazy summer at the shore |
| surely | 9 | definitely or positively (`sure' is sometimes used informally for `surely') | the results are surely encouraging |
| sudden | 8 | happening without warning or in a short space of time | a sudden storm |
| suffer | 12 | feel physical pain | - |
| supply | 13 | circulate or distribute or equip with | supply blankets for the beds |
| supper | 10 | a light evening meal; served in early evening if dinner is at midday or served late in the evening at bedtime | - |
| sucker | 12 | a person who is gullible and easy to take advantage of | - |
| sunset | 6 | the time in the evening at which the sun begins to fall below the horizon | - |
| subway | 14 | an electric railway operating below the surface of the ground (usually in a city) | in Paris the subway system is called the `metro' and in London it is called the `tube' or the `underground' |
| superb | 10 | of surpassing excellence | a superb actor |
| subtle | 8 | difficult to detect or grasp by the mind or analyze | his whole attitude had undergone a subtle change |
| submit | 10 | yield to another's wish or opinion | - |
| summit | 10 | reach the summit (of a mountain) | Many mountaineers go up Mt. Everest but not all summit |
| survey | 12 | short descriptive summary (of events) | - |
| sultan | 6 | the ruler of a Muslim country (especially of the former Ottoman Empire) | - |
| suited | 7 | meant or adapted for an occasion or use | - |
| summon | 10 | make ready for action or use | - |
| surfer | 9 | someone who engages in surfboarding | - |
| suburb | 10 | a residential district located on the outskirts of a city | - |
| sulfur | 9 | an abundant tasteless odorless multivalent nonmetallic element; best known in yellow crystals; occurs in many sulphide and sulphate minerals and even in native form (especially in volcanic regions) | - |
| suitor | 6 | a man who courts a woman | - |
| sundae | 7 | ice cream served with a topping | - |
| suckle | 12 | give suck to | The wetnurse suckled the infant |
| sunken | 10 | having a sunken area | hunger gave their faces a sunken look |
| subdue | 9 | correct by punishment or discipline | - |
| suntan | 6 | a browning of the skin resulting from exposure to the rays of the sun | - |
| supple | 10 | (used of persons' bodies) capable of moving or bending freely | - |
| sultry | 9 | characterized by oppressive heat and humidity | the summer was sultry and oppressive |
| subtly | 11 | in a subtle manner | late nineteenth-century French opera at its most beautiful, subtly romantic with a twilight melancholy |
| sullen | 6 | darkened by clouds | - |
| sugary | 10 | containing sugar | he eats too much sugary food |
| surrey | 9 | a county in southeastern England on the Thames | - |
| sunder | 7 | break apart or in two, using violence | - |
| suture | 6 | a seam used in surgery | - |
| surety | 9 | a guarantee that an obligation will be met | - |
| sublet | 8 | lease or rent all or part of (a leased or rented property) to another person | We sublet our apartment over the summer |
| sundry | 10 | consisting of a haphazard assortment of different kinds | sundry sciences commonly known as social |
| surest | 6 | - | - |
| succor | 10 | assistance in time of difficulty | - |
| sunlit | 6 | lighted by sunlight | the sunlit slopes of the canyon |
| sunray | 9 | a ray of sunlight | - |
| subset | 8 | a set whose members are members of another set; a set contained within another set | - |
| sudoku | 11 | a number puzzle in which the numbers 1 through 9 must be placed into a grid of cells so that each row or column contains only one of each number | - |
| sulcus | 8 | (anatomy) any of the narrow grooves in an organ or tissue especially those that mark the convolutions on the surface of the brain | - |
| subnet | 8 | - | - |
| suplex | 15 | - | - |
| sutler | 6 | a supplier of victuals or supplies to an army | - |
| subito | 8 | - | - |
| suffix | 19 | an affix that is added at the end of the word | - |
| supine | 8 | lying face upward | - |
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7 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| suppose | 11 | express a supposition | - |
| support | 11 | financial resources provided to make some project possible | the foundation provided support for the experiment |
| suicide | 10 | the act of killing yourself | it is a crime to commit suicide |
| survive | 13 | live longer than | - |
| suspect | 11 | imagine to be the case or true or probable | I suspect he is a fugitive |
| subject | 18 | a branch of knowledge | teachers should be well trained in their subject |
| success | 11 | a person with a record of successes | if you want to be a success you have to dress like a success |
| suggest | 9 | make a proposal, declare a plan for something | - |
| surface | 12 | put a coat on; cover the surface of; furnish with a surface | - |
| surgery | 11 | a room in a hospital equipped for the performance of surgical operations | - |
| succeed | 12 | attain success or reach a desired goal | The enterprise succeeded |
| supreme | 11 | greatest or maximal in degree; extreme | supreme folly |
| surgeon | 8 | a physician who specializes in surgery | - |
| sucking | 14 | the act of sucking | - |
| surfing | 11 | the sport of riding a surfboard toward the shore on the crest of a wave | - |
| sunrise | 7 | the first light of day | - |
| surname | 9 | the name used to identify the members of a family (as distinguished from each member's given name) | - |
| sustain | 7 | lengthen or extend in duration or space | We sustained the diplomatic negotiations as long as possible |
| subedit | 10 | edit and correct (written or printed material) | - |
| suspend | 10 | stop a process or a habit by imposing a freeze on it | - |
| sublime | 11 | change or cause to change directly from a solid into a vapor without first melting | sublime iodine |
| suffice | 15 | be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity | A `B' grade doesn't suffice to get me into medical school |
| summons | 11 | a request to be present | - |
| sundown | 11 | the time in the evening at which the sun begins to fall below the horizon | - |
| summary | 14 | briefly giving the gist of something | a summary formulation of a wide-ranging subject |
| suction | 9 | the act of sucking | - |
| surplus | 9 | more than is needed, desired, or required | surplus cheese distributed to the needy |
| surreal | 7 | characterized by fantastic imagery and incongruous juxtapositions | the incongruous imagery in surreal art and literature |
| succumb | 15 | consent reluctantly | - |
| surpass | 9 | move past | One line of soldiers surpassed the other |
| sulphur | 12 | an abundant tasteless odorless multivalent nonmetallic element; best known in yellow crystals; occurs in many sulphide and sulphate minerals and even in native form (especially in volcanic regions) | - |
| subdued | 11 | lacking in light; not bright or harsh | subdued lights and soft music |
| sunburn | 9 | get a sunburn by overexposure to the sun | - |
| subbing | 12 | working as a substitute for someone who is ill or on leave of absence | - |
| subside | 10 | wear off or die down | The pain subsided |
| subsidy | 13 | a grant paid by a government to an enterprise that benefits the public | a subsidy for research in artificial intelligence |
| surging | 9 | characterized by great swelling waves or surges | surging waves |
| surmise | 9 | imagine to be the case or true or probable | I surmised that the butler did it |
| sumatra | 9 | a mountainous island in western Indonesia | - |
| sulfate | 10 | a salt or ester of sulphuric acid | - |
| subtext | 16 | - | - |
| sunbeam | 11 | a ray of sunlight | - |
| sullied | 8 | - | - |
| sugared | 9 | with sweetening added | - |
| suiting | 8 | a fabric used for suits | - |
| sunroof | 10 | an automobile roof having a sliding or raisable panel | `sunshine-roof' is a British term for `sunroof' |
| succour | 11 | assistance in time of difficulty | - |
| sundial | 8 | timepiece that indicates the daylight hours by the shadow that the gnomon casts on a calibrated dial | - |
| sulfide | 11 | a compound of sulphur and some other element that is more electropositive | - |
| sunroom | 9 | a room enclosed largely with glass and affording exposure to the sun | - |
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8 letter words
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| supposed | 13 | based primarily on surmise rather than adequate evidence | the supposed reason for his absence |
| surprise | 10 | the act of surprising someone | - |
| suddenly | 13 | on impulse; without premeditation | he made up his mind suddenly |
| survived | 15 | - | - |
| suitcase | 10 | a portable rectangular container for carrying clothes | - |
| sunshine | 11 | the quality of being cheerful and dispelling gloom | - |
| superman | 12 | street name for lysergic acid diethylamide | - |
| survival | 14 | a natural process resulting in the evolution of organisms best adapted to the environment | - |
| superior | 10 | having a higher rank | superior officer |
| suitable | 10 | worthy of being chosen especially as a spouse | the parents found the girl suitable for their son |
| sunlight | 12 | the rays of the sun | - |
| survivor | 14 | one who lives through affliction | the survivors of the fire were taken to a hospital |
| suicidal | 11 | dangerous to yourself or your interests | suicidal impulses |
| surround | 9 | envelop completely | - |
| subtitle | 10 | translation of foreign dialogue of a movie or TV program; usually displayed at the bottom of the screen | - |
| surgical | 11 | relating to or requiring or amenable to treatment by surgery especially as opposed to medicine | a surgical appendix |
| supplied | 13 | - | - |
| supplier | 12 | someone whose business is to supply a particular service or commodity | - |
| suppress | 12 | come down on or keep down by unjust use of one's authority | - |
| suburban | 12 | relating to or characteristic of or situated in suburbs | suburban population |
| suspense | 10 | an uncertain cognitive state | the matter remained in suspense for several years |
| subtract | 12 | make a subtraction | subtract this amount from my paycheck |
| subpoena | 12 | a writ issued by court authority to compel the attendance of a witness at a judicial proceeding; disobedience may be punishable as a contempt of court | - |
| surfaced | 14 | - | - |
| submerge | 13 | sink below the surface; go under or as if under water | - |
| subtlety | 13 | the quality of being difficult to detect or analyze | you had to admire the subtlety of the distinctions he drew |
| sunbathe | 13 | expose one's body to the sun | - |
| suckling | 15 | English poet and courtier (1609-1642) | - |
| surveyor | 14 | an engineer who determines the boundaries and elevations of land or structures | - |
| suburbia | 12 | a residential district located on the outskirts of a city | - |
| succubus | 14 | a female demon believed to have sexual intercourse with sleeping men | - |
| sunstone | 8 | a translucent quartz spangled with bits of mica or other minerals | - |
| subdural | 11 | below the dura mater but above the arachnoid membrane of the meninges | - |
| sulfuric | 13 | of or relating to or containing sulfur | - |
| sukiyaki | 19 | thin beef strips (or chicken or pork) cooked briefly at the table with onions and greens and soy sauce | - |
| superbly | 15 | (used as an intensifier) extremely well | her voice is superbly disciplined |
| superego | 11 | (psychoanalysis) that part of the unconscious mind that acts as a conscience | - |
| suffrage | 15 | a legal right guaranteed by the 15th amendment to the US Constitution; guaranteed to women by the 19th amendment | - |
| suitably | 13 | in accordance with what is appropriate or suitable for the circumstances | - |
| sunblock | 16 | a cream spread on the skin; contains a chemical (as PABA) to filter out ultraviolet light and so protect from sunburn | - |
| subspace | 14 | a space that is contained within another space | - |
| sufferer | 14 | one who suffers for the sake of principle | - |
| surefire | 11 | - | - |
| subhuman | 15 | less than human or not worthy of a human being | treated natives as subhuman |
| sunburnt | 10 | suffering from overexposure to direct sunlight | - |
| sunburst | 10 | a design consisting of a central disk resembling the sun and rays emanating from it | - |
| sulphate | 13 | a salt or ester of sulphuric acid | - |
| succinct | 14 | briefly giving the gist of something | succinct comparisons |
| sufficed | 17 | - | - |
| sulphide | 14 | a compound of sulphur and some other element that is more electropositive | - |
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9 letter words
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| surprised | 12 | taken unawares or suddenly and feeling wonder or astonishment | surprised by her student's ingenuity |
| suffering | 16 | feelings of mental or physical pain | - |
| surrender | 10 | the act of surrendering (usually under agreed conditions) | - |
| suspected | 14 | believed likely | a suspected thief |
| suspended | 13 | (of undissolved particles in a fluid) supported or kept from sinking or falling by buoyancy and without apparent attachment | suspended matter such as silt or mud... |
| supported | 14 | held up or having the weight borne especially from below | supported joints in a railroad track have ties directly under the rail ends |
| substance | 13 | the property of holding together and retaining its shape | - |
| suspicion | 13 | an impression that something might be the case | - |
| submarine | 13 | a large sandwich made of a long crusty roll split lengthwise and filled with meats and cheese (and tomato and onion and lettuce and condiments); different names are used in different sections of the United States | - |
| superstar | 11 | someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field | - |
| sustained | 10 | (of an electric arc) continuous | - |
| surviving | 16 | still in existence | the Wollemi pine found in Australia is a surviving specimen of a conifer thought to have been long extinct and therefore known as a living fossil |
| superhero | 14 | - | - |
| successor | 13 | a person who follows next in order | he was President Lincoln's successor |
| submitted | 14 | - | - |
| suffocate | 17 | become stultified, suppressed, or stifled | - |
| supervise | 14 | watch and direct | - |
| sunflower | 15 | any plant of the genus Helianthus having large flower heads with dark disk florets and showy yellow rays | - |
| submerged | 15 | beneath the surface of the water | submerged rocks |
| supposing | 14 | - | - |
| surrogate | 10 | providing or receiving nurture or parental care though not related by blood or legal ties | surrogate father |
| supporter | 13 | a person who contributes to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose | - |
| supplying | 17 | the activity of supplying or providing something | - |
| supernova | 14 | a star that explodes and becomes extremely luminous in the process | - |
| surfboard | 15 | ride the waves of the sea with a surfboard | - |
| subscribe | 15 | adopt as a belief | I subscribe to your view on abortion |
| succulent | 13 | tender and full of juice | succulent roast beef |
| sugarcane | 12 | juicy canes whose sap is a source of molasses and commercial sugar; fresh canes are sometimes chewed for the juice | - |
| sunscreen | 11 | a cream spread on the skin; contains a chemical (as PABA) to filter out ultraviolet light and so protect from sunburn | - |
| supremacy | 18 | power to dominate or defeat | - |
| summarize | 22 | be a summary of | The abstract summarizes the main ideas in the paper |
| subatomic | 15 | of smaller than atomic dimensions | - |
| subsidize | 21 | secure the assistance of by granting a subsidy, as of nations or military forces | - |
| surfacing | 15 | emerging to the surface and becoming apparent | - |
| summoning | 14 | calling up supposed supernatural forces by spells and incantations | - |
| sugarplum | 14 | any of various small sugary candies | - |
| sumptuous | 13 | ostentatiously rich and superior in quality | - |
| surcharge | 15 | place too much a load on | - |
| surveying | 16 | the practice of measuring angles and distances on the ground so that they can be accurately plotted on a map | he studied surveying at college |
| summation | 13 | the final aggregate | - |
| sunstroke | 13 | sudden prostration due to exposure to the sun or excessive heat | - |
| supremely | 16 | to the maximum degree | he was supremely confident |
| summarily | 16 | without delay; in a summary manner | the suspected spy was summarily executed |
| sunburned | 12 | suffering from overexposure to direct sunlight | - |
| superglue | 12 | - | - |
| sublimate | 13 | remove impurities from, increase the concentration of, and separate through the process of distillation | - |
| subsystem | 16 | a system that is part of some larger system | - |
| sugarcoat | 12 | coat with something sweet, such as a hard sugar glaze | - |
| sugarless | 10 | not containing sugar | - |
| suspender | 12 | elastic straps that hold trousers up (usually used in the plural) | - |
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10 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| successful | 17 | having succeeded or being marked by a favorable outcome | a successful architect |
| surrounded | 12 | confined on all sides | a camp surrounded by enemies |
| suspicious | 14 | not as expected | suspicious behavior |
| surprising | 13 | causing surprise or wonder or amazement | the report shows a surprising lack of hard factual data |
| suggestion | 12 | a proposal offered for acceptance or rejection | it was a suggestion we couldn't refuse |
| supervisor | 15 | a program that controls the execution of other programs | - |
| supporting | 15 | furnishing support and encouragement | the anxious child needs supporting and accepting treatment from the teacher |
| supposedly | 18 | believed or reputed to be the case | - |
| sufficient | 18 | of a quantity that can fulfill a need or requirement but without being abundant | sufficient food |
| substitute | 12 | act as a substitute | - |
| sunglasses | 11 | (plural) spectacles that are darkened or polarized to protect the eyes from the glare of the sun | - |
| suspension | 12 | an interruption in the intensity or amount of something | - |
| supportive | 17 | furnishing support or assistance | a supportive family network |
| submission | 14 | something (manuscripts or architectural plans and models or estimates or works of art of all genres etc.) submitted for the judgment of others (as in a competition) | several of his submissions were rejected by publishers |
| subversive | 18 | in opposition to a civil authority or government | - |
| suffocated | 19 | - | - |
| suppressed | 15 | held in check with difficulty | suppressed laughter |
| summertime | 16 | the warmest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the summer solstice to the autumnal equinox | - |
| succession | 14 | a following of one thing after another in time | - |
| supplement | 16 | a quantity added (e.g. to make up for a deficiency) | - |
| superhuman | 17 | above or beyond the human or demanding more than human power or endurance | superhuman beings |
| supermodel | 15 | a fashion model who has attained the status of a celebrity | - |
| subsequent | 21 | following in time or order | subsequent developments |
| supervised | 16 | under observation or under the direction of a superintendent or overseer | supervised play |
| submissive | 17 | abjectly submissive; characteristic of a slave or servant | she has become submissive and subservient |
| superpower | 17 | a state powerful enough to influence events throughout the world | - |
| subjective | 24 | of a mental act performed entirely within the mind | - |
| succeeding | 16 | (of elected officers) elected but not yet serving | - |
| sunbathing | 16 | - | - |
| surgically | 16 | in a surgical manner; by means of surgery | surgically removed |
| sustenance | 12 | the financial means whereby one lives | - |
| submitting | 15 | - | - |
| subsidiary | 16 | functioning in a supporting capacity | - |
| subscriber | 16 | someone who contributes (or promises to contribute) a sum of money | - |
| surrealism | 12 | a 20th century movement of artists and writers (developing out of dadaism) who used fantastic images and incongruous juxtapositions in order to represent unconscious thoughts and dreams | - |
| surrealist | 10 | an artist who is a member of the movement called surrealism | - |
| successive | 17 | in regular succession without gaps | - |
| supersonic | 14 | having frequencies above those of audible sound | - |
| subliminal | 14 | below the threshold of conscious perception | - |
| substation | 12 | a subsidiary station where electricity is transformed for distribution by a low-voltage network | - |
| subversion | 15 | the act of subverting; as overthrowing or destroying a legally constituted government | - |
| subsidized | 23 | having partial financial support from public funds | lived in subsidized public housing |
| suggestive | 15 | tending to suggest or imply | artifacts suggestive of an ancient society |
| subsection | 14 | a section of a section; a part of a part; i.e., a part of something already divided | - |
| subterfuge | 16 | something intended to misrepresent the true nature of an activity | he wasn't sick--it was just a subterfuge |
| succinctly | 19 | with concise and precise brevity; to the point | Please state your case as succinctly as possible |
| suppertime | 16 | the customary or habitual hour for the evening meal | - |
| subscribed | 17 | (of a contract or will or other document) having a signature written at the end | the subscribed will |
| superwoman | 17 | - | - |
| subculture | 14 | a social group within a national culture that has distinctive patterns of behavior and beliefs | - |
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Welcome to the curious and captivating world of words starting with SU! These two letters may seem simple at first glance, but when paired together at the beginning of a word, they open a door to a rich tapestry of language that ranges from the sublime to the utterly surprising. The SU combination is like a linguistic Swiss Army knife—versatile, efficient, and ever so intriguing. From everyday staples like “super” to more exotic specimens like “succinct,” these words can stretch across various contexts and meanings. Ready to dive into the delightful depth of SU words? Let’s explore how these letters spice up our vocabulary and make communication a bit more interesting.
About words starting with SU
In the English language, words starting with the SU combination are surprisingly frequent and diverse, lending themselves to a myriad of meanings and nuances. The SU prefix often suggests superlative qualities or implies a sense of succession and continuation. For instance, "success" implies achieving one's goals beyond expectation, while "sustain" hints at maintaining something over time. The pairing influences how these words are not only pronounced but also perceived, giving them a certain rhythm that rolls off the tongue and sticks in the mind.
The pronunciation of SU words can vary, offering either a soft allure as in "subtle" or a strong start as in "superb." This versatility makes them a favorite for poets and writers who seek words that can convey complex ideas with simplicity and grace. Furthermore, the SU prefix often evokes imagery and emotions, enriching our conversations and narratives. Whether you're engaging in a casual chat or a formal presentation, incorporating a well-placed SU word can elevate your language, making it both impactful and memorable.
Popular word examples
Words beginning with SU are not only common but also quite influential in everyday language. Let's delve into some popular examples and uncover their meanings and quirky facts.
Success
- Definition: The accomplishment of an aim or purpose.
- Example in a Sentence: Her relentless dedication led to her ultimate success in the competition.
- Fun Fact: The word "success" is derived from the Latin word "successus," meaning an outcome.
Sustain
- Definition: To support or maintain something over time.
- Example in a Sentence: It is crucial to sustain a healthy lifestyle for long-term benefits.
- Fun Fact: Sustain shares roots with the Latin word "sustinere," which means "to hold up."
Subtle
- Definition: So delicate or precise as to be difficult to analyze or describe.
- Example in a Sentence: The artist used subtle colors to create a calming effect in the painting.
- Fun Fact: "Subtle" is often mispronounced due to its silent 'b', tracing back to Middle English.
Super
- Definition: Excellent or outstanding.
- Example in a Sentence: The movie was super entertaining and kept everyone on the edge of their seats.
- Fun Fact: "Super" has Latin origins, meaning "above" or "over."
Suggest
- Definition: To propose or recommend something for consideration.
- Example in a Sentence: May I suggest trying the chocolate cake for dessert?
- Fun Fact: The word "suggest" comes from the Latin "suggestus," referring to an indirect hint.
Survive
- Definition: To continue to live or exist, especially in spite of hardship.
- Example in a Sentence: The cactus can survive in extremely dry conditions.
- Fun Fact: "Survive" is derived from the Latin "supervivere," combining "super" (over) and "vivere" (to live).
Supply
- Definition: To provide what is needed or desired.
- Example in a Sentence: The store will supply fresh produce every morning.
- Fun Fact: In economics, "supply" is a fundamental concept, illustrating availability in the market.
Support
- Definition: To bear all or part of the weight; to hold up.
- Example in a Sentence: Friends and family often provide emotional support during tough times.
- Fun Fact: "Support" has been around since the 14th century, originating from Old French.
Surprise
- Definition: An unexpected event or piece of information.
- Example in a Sentence: The surprise party left him speechless with joy.
- Fun Fact: The term "surprise" is linked to the Latin "surprehendere," meaning to seize.
Succeed
- Definition: Achieve the desired aim or result.
- Example in a Sentence: With hard work and determination, anyone can succeed in their endeavors.
- Fun Fact: "Succeed" shares its roots with "success," emphasizing the idea of following through.
High-scoring scrabble examples
For Scrabble enthusiasts, words starting with SU can be game-changers, often securing high scores. Here’s a list of top contenders:
| Word | Scrabble Points | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| Subzero | 18 | Below zero temperature. |
| Sublime | 11 | Of great excellence or beauty. |
| Suckers | 13 | Persons who are easily deceived. |
| Sulkily | 14 | In a gloomy or sulky manner. |
| Suction | 9 | The process of sucking. |
Popular 5-letter words for Wordle
If you're a Wordle enthusiast, having a repertoire of five-letter words starting with SU is essential. Check out these gems:
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Sugar | A sweet crystalline substance. |
| Sunny | Bright with sunlight. |
| Super | Excellent or outstanding. |
| Suave | Charming, confident, and elegant. |
| Surge | A sudden powerful forward or upward movement. |
Unusual and rare word examples
Exploring unusual and rare words starting with SU can add a layer of intrigue to your vocabulary. Discover these hidden gems:
Succinct
- Definition: Briefly and clearly expressed.
- Interesting Fact: Originates from the Latin "succinctus," meaning "tightly girded."
- Example in a Sentence: His succinct summary captured the essence of the entire book.
Surreal
- Definition: Having the qualities of surrealism; bizarre.
- Interesting Fact: "Surreal" gained popularity in the 1920s with the surrealist art movement.
- Example in a Sentence: The dreamlike landscape felt almost surreal.
Suzerain
- Definition: A sovereign or state having control over another state that is internally autonomous.
- Interesting Fact: The term is derived from the French, relating to feudal overlordship.
- Example in a Sentence: The suzerain exercised influence over the smaller neighboring states.
Sussurus
- Definition: Whispering or rustling sound.
- Interesting Fact: Comes from Latin, imitating the sound it describes.
- Example in a Sentence: The susurrus of leaves created a soothing backdrop.
Subterfuge
- Definition: Deceit used in order to achieve one's goal.
- Interesting Fact: This word is rooted in the Latin "subterfugere," meaning "to escape secretly."
- Example in a Sentence: She resorted to subterfuge to sneak out of the meeting unnoticed.
Final words
Diving into the realm of words starting with SU reveals a fascinating interplay of language, meaning, and culture. From everyday expressions to rare linguistic jewels, these words enrich our communication with their unique sounds and versatile uses. As you continue to explore the vast ocean of vocabulary, remember the power and intrigue that a simple SU can bring to your speech and writing. Keep these words at your disposal and let them add a dash of flair and functionality to your daily discourse.
