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List of Nouns in English from A to Z
A complete A-to-Z list of English nouns. Each entry has its own page with definition, IPA pronunciation, examples, and common mistakes — organised alphabetically so you can browse or jump straight to a letter.
2,451 words total
Nouns that Start with A (138)
A formal or poetic word for home or the place where you live. Often seen in literature or…
A philosophical view that truth and values are absolute and universal, not relative to perspective or culture.
Showing only the important parts of something while hiding how it actually works inside.
A philosophy arguing that human life has no inherent meaning in an indifferent universe, but we should accept…
A type of school or training center where people learn specific skills or subjects. It is more specialized…
In philosophy, a property of something that is not essential to what it is; something that could be…
A hotel, apartment, or other place to stay while traveling.
How close something is to the true or correct value. Accuracy means no errors.
The highest point or greatest achievement; the peak or ultimate example of something.
When a business gets a new customer or buys another company. Also means getting something you didn't have…
Something that you do or the process of doing something.
Something you do or work on, like sports, games, or exercises.
A person who performs and plays characters in movies, TV shows, or theater.
A woman who performs and plays characters in movies, TV shows, or theater.
An old, well-known saying that gives practical advice or expresses a general truth; traditional wisdom passed down through…
The ability to change and adjust to suit new situations or environments; also a version of a book…
additional material appended to a written work after its main text to supplement or clarify content
Addiction is when someone cannot stop using or doing something even though it causes harm. It can involve…
The street name and number where you can find a house or office.
The people and processes that keep an organization running. The management and organization of a system or company.
Permission to join or enter a school, university, or other organization, usually after an application process.
A person who is grown up and has reached the age when the law says they are responsible.
Something that helps you succeed or do better than others at something.
A thrilling journey or experience with something unexpected or risky happening.
Helpful ideas or suggestions that someone gives you to help you decide what to do.
A person whose job is to give advice or expert guidance on a particular subject.
A person whose job is to give advice or expert guidance on a particular subject.
The philosophical study of beauty, art, and how we experience and judge artistic works; the nature of aesthetic…
An event or issue that someone needs to deal with or that is being discussed.
What happens and how things are after something bad or important occurs.
The part of the day after lunch and before dinner, usually from around noon until about 6 pm.
How old someone is or how long something has been around, measured in years.
The process of gradually becoming older, maturing, or declining with age over time.
A company or organization that helps people with something specific, like a travel agency that books trips.
A plan or list of things that will be talked about or done, especially during a meeting. It…
A person who works for someone or acts to make something happen on their behalf.
A total or complete amount made by adding together many different parts or pieces.
How bodies and things change over years. Everyone experiences aging throughout their life.
The belief that the existence of God cannot be known or proven; sitting between belief and disbelief.
Technology that lets computers think, learn, and make decisions like people do.
Help or support given to someone who needs it.
The breathable gas all around us. We cannot see it, but we need it to live.
A company that flies planes to carry people from one place to another.
A large vehicle with wings that flies through the sky carrying people and things.
A large place with runways where airplanes take off and land, and where people get on or off…
A sound or signal that warns you about danger or wakes you up at a specific time.
A collection of songs by one artist or band released together as one product.
A liquid found in beer, wine, and spirits that can make people feel relaxed or drunk when consumed.
A series of ordered steps you follow to solve a problem or complete something on a computer.
A fake or alternative name that a person or computer program uses instead of their real name.
Every person or thing in a group; the complete amount of something.
Symbolic narrative representation
When your body has a bad reaction to something like pollen, pets, or food. It causes sneezing, itching,…
A small street between buildings used for deliveries and trash.
An agreement where two or more groups, companies, or countries agree to work together and support each other.
A big crocodile-like animal with a U-shaped snout that lives in swamps and rivers.
Repetition of the same starting consonant sound across nearby words for rhythmic effect.
Money that someone receives regularly, usually given by parents to children for spending on things they want or…
Indirect reference suggesting without stating
Someone who helps you or works together with you.
A thin, shiny metal used to wrap food and build airplanes.
A light and strong metal that doesn't rust. It is used to make cans, airplane parts, and window…
Gradual payment of a loan or debt through regular installments. For example, paying off a mortgage over 30…
How much of something you have; the total quantity.
The word you use before a singular noun that starts with a vowel sound, like 'an apple' or…
Something that doesn't belong to its time period; something placed in the wrong time in history.
A moment in a story when a character suddenly understands something important that was hidden or unknown before.
A storytelling technique where something from the past is described or shown; essentially a flashback.
A way of explaining something by showing how it is similar to something else that is easier to…
Examining something carefully by looking at its different parts to understand how it works or what it means.
The study and examination of data to find useful information that helps companies make better decisions.
Complete chaos and disorder because there is no government or authority to enforce rules and maintain order.
An ancestor is someone in your family who lived before you. Your grandparents and their parents are your…
The strong feeling you have when someone does something that upsets or bothers you very much.
The corner or point where two lines or surfaces meet. You measure it in degrees using a protractor.
Any living thing that moves, eats food, and has feelings like dogs, cats, birds, fish, and insects.
One more of something similar to what you already have or talked about.
What you say or write when someone asks you a question, or a solution to a problem.
Something that comes before and often causes or influences something that happens later.
A long, thin wire that catches radio or television broadcasts from the air.
A letdown or disappointing ending that follows something exciting or important; the opposite of a satisfying climax.
Something or someone that is completely opposite to something else.
A program that finds and removes harmful viruses and malware from your computer.
A nervous or worried feeling about something that might happen, often without a clear reason.
No specific one or ones; it doesn't matter which or how many when you're asking or making a…
Any person at all; someone but you don't know or care who.
Any person at all; used when it doesn't matter who.
Any object or matter; used when it doesn't matter which specific thing.
A place where people live, usually in a building with many other homes stacked on top of each…
The highest or topmost point of something, whether physical or abstract. A summit or peak.
A short, clever sentence that expresses a general truth or piece of wisdom; usually memorable and profound.
A standard way that programs use to ask for information from another program or service.
The elevation of someone or something to godlike or supreme status; the highest point or culmination of something.
A collection of equipment or a system used to perform a particular function or scientific investigation.
A strong request or plea, often used when asking for help or donations.
A sweet fruit that comes in red, green, or yellow colors and grows on trees.
A formal judgment about how good someone is at their job or how much something is worth. Appraisals…
A person who is learning a job or skill by working under the guidance of an experienced worker.…
A training program where you learn a job skill by working with someone skilled in that field.
A plan or way of handling something.
A zodiac sign for people born between January 20 and February 18. People call themselves Aquarius if born…
Buying something cheap in one market and selling it immediately at a higher price in another market, making…
A smooth curved line, like part of a circle. It can describe a shape or the path something…
An old-fashioned word or way of speaking from the past, used sometimes in literature to create a certain…
The first or original form of something that serves as a model for all similar things.
The size or space of a flat surface, like a room or piece of land. Measured in square…
A set of reasons given to prove something is true; or a disagreement where people express different views.
A military force of soldiers organized and trained for fighting; also any large group of people or things…
How things are organized or put in order. Or, a plan that people agree on.
A list of items in a row where you find each item using its position number starting from…
When you get to a place, or when something reaches its destination.
Creative work like painting, music, dance, or writing that shows feeling or beauty.
A text written about a particular subject, often found in newspapers or magazines.
A person who makes paintings, drawings, or other creative works of art.
One of several ways to look at or think about something; a part or feature.
Something valuable that you own. A house, car, money, or equipment that has worth and can be used…
Homework or work that a teacher gives students to do, either in class or at home.
Repetition of similar vowel sounds in nearby words to create rhythm in poetry or prose.
Asthma is a lung condition that makes it hard to breathe. People with asthma have inflamed airways that…
A file (like a photo, document, or spreadsheet) that you send together with an email.
The focus of your mind on something; when you notice or care about something.
The way someone thinks or feels about something; their approach or mental position.
A trained legal professional who gives advice and speaks for people in court.
The act of saying who or what caused something or who created something.
When employees slowly leave their jobs (by quitting or retiring) and the company does not replace them immediately;…
The people who watch or listen to a show, movie, concert, or talk.
An official check of a company's money records by an independent expert to make sure everything is correct…
The process of checking whether a person is really who they say they are, usually with a password…
Someone who writes and publishes stories, articles, or other written material.
The power to make decisions and control what others do; also, a person or organization with such power.
The permission given to a confirmed user to use certain features or access certain information.
A country run by one person who has complete control and makes all the decisions without sharing power.
A function in software and applications that saves your documents, files, or work automatically.
Avocado is a soft green fruit that you can spread on toast or add to salads.
How much people know about your brand or product. High brand awareness means many people recognize and remember…
The philosophical study of values and what makes things valuable; inquiry into what is good and worth.
A statement that is so obviously true it doesn't need proof; a basic principle accepted as true in…
Nouns that Start with B (123)
A very young child who cannot walk or talk yet, usually between birth and two years old.
The part of your body behind you, opposite your front or face.
The hidden part of a website or app that stores data and does the heavy computing work; users…
Things you see in the back of a picture or photo, or the past experiences that shape a…
A pile of work you still need to do. The longer the backlog, the more work is waiting…
A container you use to carry or store things, made of soft material with handles or an opening.
Suitcases, bags, and other belongings you carry on trips.
A store where bakers make and sell fresh bread, cakes, and pastries. You can buy baked goods there…
When two things are equal in weight or amount, or the money left in your bank account or…
A financial report that shows what a company owns (assets), what it owes (liabilities), and what the owners…
A round object you throw, kick, or hit in sports and games.
A song or poem that tells a story, often about adventure, love, or tragedy, usually with a repeated…
A yellow fruit that grows in bunches, popular snack you peel before eating.
A group of people who play music together, or a thin circular piece of material.
The speed and capacity of your internet connection; how much data can flow through it at once.
A place where you keep your money safely and borrow money when needed.
The legal state when someone or a company owes so much money that they can't pay it back.…
A place where you buy drinks and socialize with people; or a solid piece of something like metal…
A type of graph with horizontal or vertical bars used to compare different groups or items.
A product or item that costs much less money than normal, making it a good purchase.
The rough protective layer covering the outside of tree trunks; or the loud sharp sound a dog makes.
The lowest or bottom part that something rests on or stands on.
The main reason, principle, or foundation that something is built or decided on.
A container woven from strips of material like straw, wicker, or plastic.
A small animal that flies at night. Bats have wings covered with skin and usually eat insects.
A tub filled with water where you sit and wash your body.
A room in a house where you wash and use the toilet.
A wet, pourable mixture that you use to make cakes, pancakes, waffles, or to coat food before cooking.
An object that provides power to things like phones, flashlights, and toys.
A large fight between two armies or groups using weapons.
the sandy or rocky area next to the ocean where people swim and relax
a large furry animal that lives in forests or mountains; eats meat and plants
The quality that makes something look attractive or pleasant.
Furniture you sleep on at night; has a mattress, pillows, and sheets.
A tiny, flat insect that lives in beds and bites sleeping people to drink their blood.
A room where people sleep; usually has a bed, windows, and storage for clothes.
An insect with yellow and black stripes that makes honey and lives in groups.
Meat that comes from a cow, commonly eaten as steak, burgers, or in stews.
An alcoholic drink made from grain that people drink socially; usually served cold.
The first part or moment when something starts to happen or exist.
The actions or conduct of a person or animal, especially in response to their environment.
Something you think is true or think will happen, whether based on facts or on feelings.
A ringing object made of metal that makes a sound when it's hit or moved.
A strip of fabric or leather worn around your waist to hold up pants or for style.
A long seat where two or more people can sit together.
A standard level you use to compare something. For example, if the average salary in your industry is…
A good thing you get or receive from doing something or having something.
A preference or leaning toward something, often unfair. A tendency to judge or support something before knowing the…
A bicycle is a two-wheeled vehicle that moves forward when you push the pedals with your feet.
A vehicle with two wheels that you ride by pedaling or that has an engine to make it…
A piece of paper showing how much money you must pay for something you bought or used, or…
A very large number equal to 1,000 million. In modern usage, it means 1,000,000,000 in both American and…
The different kinds of plants and animals that live together in one place.
The science that studies living things such as animals, plants, and cells, and how they work and interact
A large area of Earth with its own climate, plants, and animals that live together naturally. Examples include…
All the parts of Earth where life exists, including the air, water, soil, and living things. It is…
A living creature with feathers, wings, and a beak that can fly.
When a baby comes out of the mother's body and is born.
The day each year when you celebrate being born.
someone who is attracted to and may have romantic relationships with both men and women
Big animal like a cow with a hump, living wild in North American plains.
a thick cloth used to keep warm in bed or on a sofa.
a thick, solid piece of something like wood or stone; also a section of city streets enclosed by…
A digital record-keeping system where transactions are stored in connected blocks across many computers, making it nearly impossible…
the red liquid inside your body that carries oxygen and nutrients to all parts.
A detailed plan or design that shows exactly how something should be made or built. Also used for…
A wireless system that lets phones, headphones, and other devices talk to each other without cables.
a piece of wood or hard material shaped like a flat rectangle, used for many purposes
a small ship or vessel for traveling on water, usually carrying people or goods
A medium-sized wild cat with a very short tail and brown spotted fur. Bobcats hunt small animals.
the whole physical form of a person or animal, including head, arms, legs, and torso
An explosive device that is set off to destroy things or cause harm.
A close connection or link between people. Also, a type of investment where you lend money to a…
A hard white part inside the body that supports and protects organs.
Additional pay or reward that someone receives beyond their regular salary.
A written work with pages bound together that you can read.
A time when the economy is growing fast, businesses are doing well, and people have jobs and money…
A sturdy shoe that reaches above the ankle, often worn in cold weather or for work.
A line that marks the edge where one country or region ends and another begins.
Someone who is in charge of a workplace or organization and gives orders to workers.
Referring to two things at the same time, not just one or the other.
A glass or plastic container used to hold drinks, perfume, or other liquids.
The lowest surface or level of an object, container, or place.
A round, deep container used for eating soup, cereal, or other food.
A rectangular container, typically made of cardboard, wood, or plastic, used for storing or carrying items.
A male child or young man, typically from birth until teenage years or early adulthood.
A man you have a romantic relationship with.
The organ in your head that lets you think and remember things.
A system that stops or slows down a car, bike, or machine.
A part of a tree that grows out from the trunk and has leaves.
A company's name or symbol that makes its products recognizable and different from other companies. Examples: Apple, Nike,…
A food made from flour and water that is baked in an oven.
A short time when you stop working or doing something to rest.
The meal you eat in the morning when you wake up.
A big sudden success or important discovery that changes everything. When you finally solve a very difficult problem.
One of two body parts on the front of the chest that women have and that can produce…
The air you take in and push out of your body through your nose or mouth.
A hard rectangular block used to build walls and buildings.
A structure that allows people and vehicles to cross over water, valleys, or roads.
A meeting where someone gives important information or instructions to employees or team members quickly and efficiently.
A company or service that buys and sells stocks, bonds, and other investments for customers. The fee or…
A hot, savory liquid made by boiling meat or vegetables in water.
Your brother is a boy or man who shares the same parents as you.
A program like Chrome or Firefox that you use to open and view websites on your computer or…
A brush is a tool with bristles that you use for cleaning, painting, or combing hair.
A bubble is a round ball of air or gas trapped inside liquid.
A budget is a plan that shows what money you will spend and earn.
Huge animal with curved horns living in African and Asian grasslands.
A mistake in a computer program that makes it work incorrectly.
A structure made by humans that has walls and a roof and is used for living, work, or…
A large male farm animal with horns that is used in agriculture and meat production.
A small metal object shaped like a small cylinder that is fired from a gun to hurt or…
Several things of the same kind tied or grouped together, or a group of people who spend time…
A soft furry animal with long ears that hops on its back legs and eats vegetables and grass.
A complex system of rules, procedures, and officials that is often slow and difficult to navigate. Red tape…
When someone breaks into a house or building to steal things or commit a crime. It's different from…
A funny or ridiculous imitation of something serious; a work that makes fun of something by exaggerating it.
A big vehicle that takes many people from one place to another, usually on regular routes.
A company or organization that makes money by selling products or providing services to customers.
A time when the economy is shrinking, businesses are struggling, people lose jobs, and spending decreases.
A person who works in a meat shop, cutting and selling meat for customers. A butcher shop is…
A soft fat made from milk that you spread on toast or use in baking and cooking
A small piece sewn on clothes to keep them closed, or something you press to turn something on…
Nouns that Start with C (231)
A common round vegetable with many layers of leaves that people eat cooked or raw in salads.
A wooden or metal box with doors used to store dishes, medicines, tools, or other household items.
A strong rope or wire made of twisted strands, often used for power lines, ships, or supporting structures.
A fast storage area that saves copies of data so the computer can find it quickly next time.
A cactus is a desert plant with sharp spines that doesn't need much water.
A place where people can get food and eat, usually by picking out what they want from a…
A soft, sweet food baked in an oven, usually decorated with frosting and served on special occasions or…
A device that captures photographs or records videos.
A place with tents or cabins where people stay temporarily, or a summer program for kids.
A planned series of activities to reach a goal, like an election or marketing effort.
The land and buildings where students attend classes at a school or university.
A disease where harmful cells in your body grow rapidly and damage healthy tissue. It is a medical…
Someone who wants a job or wants to be elected to an office. They compete with others for…
An object made of wax with a wick that you light on fire to make light. It was…
A sweet treat you eat, usually made from sugar
A Chinese language spoken mainly in Hong Kong and southern China, different from Mandarin.
The amount something can hold or contain
The main city of a country or region
A hot beverage combining strong espresso shots with heated milk and light foam layer.
The leader in charge of a ship, plane, or team
A vehicle with four wheels that people drive
A natural element that is part of everything alive and in the air; the main gas causing climate…
A flat piece of thick paper used for playing games, sending messages, or storing information.
Attention and effort you give to make sure something or someone stays safe, healthy, or in good condition.
The job or series of jobs you do throughout your working life, usually progressing and building experience.
An exaggerated picture or description of someone that emphasizes certain features to make them look funny or ridiculous.
A soft fabric material you place on the floor to make rooms warmer and more comfortable.
An orange vegetable that grows underground and is eaten raw in salads or cooked in many dishes.
A small piece of baggage you can keep with you on the airplane instead of checking it.
A particular situation or example of something; an occurrence that requires investigation or discussion.
Paper money and coins that you use to pay for things instead of a credit card.
The actual money coming in and going out of a business. If more money comes in than goes…
A very large and strong building with high walls built long ago to protect people.
A method of reasoning that applies ethical principles to specific situations, sometimes in overly clever or questionable ways.
Someone or something that causes something else to happen or change; a substance that speeds up a chemical…
A type or group of similar things organized together.
The release of strong emotions like pity, fear, or sadness through experiencing a work of art or story;…
A follower of the Catholic faith, the world's largest Christian group.
The relationship where one thing directly causes or produces another thing to happen.
A large hole or room under the ground, usually in a mountain or hill.
The flat surface that forms the top of a room, usually above your head.
The tiniest living unit that makes up all plants, animals, and organisms; too small to see without a…
The middle or focal point of something, often where activity or attention focuses.
The main bank of a country that controls the banking system and makes decisions about interest rates and…
A span of 100 years; commonly used to describe historical eras like 'the 20th century'.
A food made from grains like corn, wheat, or oats, usually eaten for breakfast.
A special formal event with traditional actions and words, like a wedding or graduation.
Absolute sureness; complete confidence that something is true without any doubt.
An official document that proves you have completed a course, training, or achieved something important.
Connected metal rings or links used to hold or pull things; also any series of connected events or…
A piece of furniture you sit on, usually with a back and legs, designed for one person.
The final competition where the best athletes or teams compete to become the champion of their sport.
A possibility or opportunity when something good might happen.
When something becomes different or is made different from before.
A stream or narrow waterway where water flows naturally or is directed.
A separate part of a book that covers one main topic or part of the story.
The way someone naturally behaves and acts based on their personal qualities and values.
A device that puts electricity into your phone, laptop, or other gadget to make it work.
A group that collects money and gives help to poor or sick people.
A picture that shows information using graphs, lines, or colors to make it easy to understand.
A look at something to make sure it is working properly or correct.
A food made from milk that is hard or soft and has a strong taste.
A spotted wild cat from Africa that runs very fast hunting small animals.
A person who cooks and prepares food, especially in a restaurant.
the study of how different materials interact and transform through reactions
the front part of your body where your heart and lungs are located
Reversal of parallel structures
a farm animal that lays eggs and is eaten as food
A young boy or girl who is not yet an adult.
The time when you are a child, from birth until you grow up.
More than one child; young boys and girls.
A small furry animal with stripes on its back that stores food in its cheeks and lives in…
a thin green plant with an onion-like taste, cut into small pieces and sprinkled on food for flavor
A sweet brown food or drink made from cacao beans; often eaten as candy.
A decision you make by picking one option from several possible ones.
Cholesterol is a fatty substance in your body that can come from food you eat and is also…
A person who follows the teachings of Jesus Christ and believes in Christianity.
A religious building where Christians meet to pray and attend services on Sundays
The rate at which customers leave or cancel their service with a company.
A small cylinder of tobacco in paper that people smoke for nicotine
A building with big screens where people go to watch films or movies
A perfectly round shape like the sun or a wheel; all edges are the same distance from the…
A situation or condition that exists and affects what happens or how something is done.
A person who legally belongs to a country and has rights and duties there.
A big town where many people live, work, and do business.
A society with developed government, culture, and ways of living together organized in a complex way.
A sea animal with a hard shell that opens and closes, often eaten as food.
students who study together with a teacher
A room in a school where students learn from a teacher.
A specific part of a contract or law that explains one rule. Or in grammar, a group of…
A way to control a computer by typing text commands instead of clicking buttons.
When someone clicks on an ad and goes to the website the ad links to.
Someone who pays a business for help, advice, or products.
The long-term weather patterns and temperature of a place or region.
The most important or exciting moment in a story; the point where main conflict comes to a head.
A small medical center where doctors and nurses treat patients who do not need hospital care.
An instrument that tells you what time it is.
A material made from wool, cotton, or other fibers woven together.
Things you wear on your body like shirts, pants, dresses, and socks.
White or gray masses of water droplets that float in the air and produce rain.
A group of people who meet regularly because they enjoy the same hobby or sport.
A group of similar things close together, or computers linked together.
Someone who teaches people how to play a sport or improve their athletic skills.
A dark solid fuel that comes from under the ground and is used for heating and power.
A piece of clothing you wear on top to keep warm or dry outside.
A set of instructions or symbols that give information or control how something works.
A hot brown drink made from roasted coffee beans; popular around the world.
A piece of metal money, typically round, used to buy things or given in change.
A minor illness where you have a runny nose, cough, and feel tired for a few days.
Something valuable you give the bank as a promise to repay a loan. If you don't pay back,…
Someone you work with at your job or in your field of study.
the idea that people work together as a group and value group success over personal achievement
A school where adults study subjects after finishing high school.
When one country settles and controls another territory, using its resources and people.
A group of animals or people living together in one place, often under control of another country.
The visual appearance of something, like red, blue, green, or yellow.
One of the basic colors like red, blue, yellow, or green that you see in things around you.
A tall vertical support in buildings, or a vertical arrangement of words or numbers.
A feeling of being relaxed, safe, and not worried.
An order that someone in authority tells you to do.
The official beginning of something, especially a graduation ceremony or new program.
Money paid to someone for selling something, or a group appointed to do official work.
The exchange of information and ideas between people through speaking, writing, or signals.
A group of people who live in the same place or share something in common, like interests or…
A business or organization that produces goods or provides services to earn money.
When you look at two things side by side to see how they are alike or different.
Money you get paid for doing a job, or money given to you because something bad happened to…
An event or contest where people or teams try to win or be the best.
A tool that converts human-readable program code into instructions a computer can directly execute.
A thing that makes something whole or perfect by adding what is missing.
Something nice you say to someone to show you admire them.
What something is made of and how those parts fit together. Or, a piece of music, art, or…
Brown and black material made from rotting plant waste, food scraps, and leaves. It is used in gardens…
In chemistry, two or more elements joined together as one substance. Or in language, two words put together…
A machine that stores information and does calculations or tasks based on instructions you give it.
Your ability to focus on one thing without getting distracted. Or, when something is very thick/strong because lots…
A general idea or way of thinking about something that applies to many different things.
Something that makes you worried or that you think is important to pay attention to.
The end of something, or a judgment you make after thinking about the facts.
A requirement that must be satisfied, or the state that something is in.
A building with separate apartments where each apartment owner owns their own unit. They share responsibility for common…
A meeting where many people gather to talk about an important subject.
Belief in yourself and trust that you can do something well.
The way parts are arranged or organized together; how something is set up or designed.
A strong disagreement or fight between two people or groups.
Someone who follows the rules and does what society expects. A person who goes along with what's normal.
When two things are linked or joined together, or when people have a relationship with each other.
The feelings and images a word brings to mind beyond basic meaning. For example, 'home' suggests comfort and…
The awareness you have of yourself and the world around you; being awake and aware.
What happens as a result of an action or decision; the outcome or effect of something.
Something that follows as a result; the effect or outcome of something.
An ethical approach that judges actions based entirely on their results or consequences, regardless of intentions.
The practice of protecting and saving nature, animals, and natural areas.
Repetition of consonant sounds in close words, often creating harmony or musical effect.
The official document and laws that control how a country's government works. Or, your physical and mental health…
The act of building something or the thing that is being built.
A professional expert hired to give specialist advice or solve specific business problems.
A person or group that buys and uses products or services.
Someone you know in business or work who you can reach out to for information or assistance.
A box that holds a program and everything it needs to run, so it works the same on…
The material or ideas inside something, like the chapters in a book or posts on social media.
The background information that helps you understand something better.
The quality of being dependent on other conditions; something that could be but might not be.
A written promise that two people or companies make with each other, with rules both must follow.
Someone hired to do a specific job or project, usually for a fixed price and time period.
A logical situation where two statements oppose each other so both cannot be true, or a statement that…
A logical technique that transforms "if A then B" into "if not-B then not-A" while preserving logical equivalence.
A complex or ingeniously designed machine or device, often with an unclear or roundabout way of working.
The difference between two things, especially one that is very noticeable or surprising.
Something that was created with clever design and careful planning. A machine or tool made with ingenuity to…
The ability to make decisions about what something does or how it happens.
A discussion or talk between people.
When something changes from one type or form to a completely different one.
Web data that remembers your preferences when you visit sites.
One version of something that is made to look the same as another version.
A legal protection that gives creators (authors, artists, musicians) the exclusive right to copy, sell, or distribute their…
The place where two things meet at an angle, like where two walls meet.
A consequence that follows naturally and easily from something else; a natural result.
A relationship where two things tend to change together in a connected way.
A story or account describing how the universe or world came into being; the origin of the cosmos.
How much money you need to pay for something.
A small, simple house often found in the country or village.
A soft white material made from plants that is used to make clothes and textiles.
A cough is when you suddenly push air out of your lungs to clear your throat or because…
A formal group that meets to discuss and decide things, usually for a city or organization.
Professional advice given by a lawyer or expert in a formal setting.
A long flat table or surface where you buy things or where food is made and served.
A place with its own government and borders, like France or Japan.
Two people who are together in a romantic relationship, or any two of something.
A piece of paper or online code that reduces the price when you buy a product at a…
The strength to do something difficult or frightening even though you are afraid.
A set of classes that teaches you about a particular topic.
A building where a judge and jury listen to legal cases and make decisions.
A person whose parent is your mother's or father's brother or sister.
A thing that goes on top of something else to protect it or keep it hidden.
A big farm animal that gives milk and lives in fields or barns.
A wild dog-like animal found in Americas. Coyotes are larger than foxes and hunt in groups called packs.
A small freshwater animal similar to a lobster, popular in Southern American cooking.
A small animal that lives in rivers and streams. It looks like a tiny lobster and has a…
Something that lots of people become excited about for a short time, but then everyone stops caring about.…
Something that has been made or invented; the act of making something new.
The quality of being trustworthy and believable; the likelihood of being accepted as true.
Money that a bank lends you and you pay back over time; or acknowledgment for something you accomplished.
A team of people who work together to do a specific job.
An action that breaks the law and is wrong in society.
Someone who does illegal things and breaks laws.
A very serious, dangerous situation that needs quick action right away.
A careful examination of something (like an essay, artwork, or performance) that discusses what is good and what…
A dangerous swimming reptile with a V-shaped snout and strong tail that lives in rivers and swamps.
Unfairly giving good jobs or benefits to your friends and people close to you, even if others are…
A big black bird that is common in many places and often travels in groups.
A lot of people together in the same place.
A special headdress that shows someone is a king or queen.
A challenging situation that tests someone's character or abilities; a container used in metalworking.
A holiday trip on a big ship that visits many places and ports.
The crispy, firm outer part of bread or pizza that you can break with your teeth.
Digital money like Bitcoin and Ethereum that isn't controlled by governments or banks. It uses special codes to…
The practice of using secret codes to keep information safe.
A crisp, watery green vegetable usually eaten fresh in salads.
A short dead-end road that only has one way in and out, often circular at the closed end.
The point where something reaches its highest level or ends after a series of events. The apex or…
A small dish with a handle that holds drinks.
All the subjects, classes, and learning materials that students study in a school.
A curtain is a cloth that you hang on a window to control light and privacy.
A curve is a smooth, rounded line or shape; not a straight line or sharp angle.
A customer is a person who purchases or buys something from a shop or business.
The place where officials check your bags when you enter a country and collect taxes on items you…
Methods and tools to protect computers and online information from hackers and cyberattacks.
A repeating pattern of events that happens over and over.
The total time it takes to complete one full round of a process or task. Includes all steps…
One of a pair of round metal plates you hit together to make a loud noise in music.
Nouns that Start with D (127)
Your father, your parent who is a man.
Harm or breaking something so it doesn't work as well.
A situation where someone could get hurt or something bad could happen.
A screen or page that shows important numbers and charts so you can quickly see how things are…
Information or facts gathered for study or use.
A large collection of information stored in an organized way on a computer that can be quickly found.
A particular day shown as a number and month, like May 15th or March 3rd.
A girl or woman who is the child of a parent or parents.
The time from sunrise to sunset; also the 24-hour period.
The last day or time you have to finish something. If you miss it, you're late.
A business agreement where both sides get something valuable in return.
The end of a person's or animal's life; the state of being no longer alive.
A record showing money taken out of your bank account or money you owe. The opposite of a…
Money that you borrowed and must pay back to someone.
A program you use to find where mistakes happen in your code and fix them step by step.
When someone performs or appears in public for the first time. Can be an actor's first movie, a…
A span of ten years, like 2010-2020 or the 1990s.
A choice you make or have made about something.
A way of carefully analyzing texts to show how they contain contradictions, hidden meanings, and assumptions that work…
An official command or order from someone in power (like a king or president) that must be obeyed.…
Money subtracted from your salary or income, either as required deductions (taxes) or optional ones (insurance, donations).
An official paper that proves who owns a piece of property. When you buy a house, you receive…
an animal with four legs and long ears that lives in forests and open areas
When someone owes money but doesn't pay back the loan on time. It's a serious failure to meet…
Protection or shield against something harmful; the team protecting in sports.
The act of protecting yourself or something from being hurt or attacked. It can be physical protection or…
When you spend more money than you earn or have available. The shortfall or negative amount.
When a government spends more money than it receives from taxes. It has to borrow money to cover…
A unit for measuring heat or angles, or a university qualification you earn after studying.
The strange feeling that something happening now has happened to you before, even though you know it hasn't.
Something you must produce and give to someone as part of a project. Could be a report, software,…
A system where the people have power. Either everyone votes directly on decisions, or they vote for representatives…
Information about who people are: their age, gender, where they live, how much money they make, and their…
The basic, exact meaning of a word as found in a dictionary. It is the word's primary, factual…
The way a complex situation ends, particularly how conflicts are finally resolved.
An ethical theory that judges actions as right or wrong based on whether they follow moral rules and…
A section of a company or organization that handles one type of work, like sales or human resources.
When you leave somewhere, or when a vehicle like an airplane or train leaves.
Moving a finished program from development to a place where users can actually use it.
Money that you put into a bank account, or money you pay upfront as a guarantee.
A serious mental illness where a person feels very sad and loses interest in things they usually enjoy.
A descendant is someone who comes from your family line through children. Your children and grandchildren are your…
A very hot, dry place with little or no rain where few plants can grow, like the Sahara.
An official title or name given to something; the act of officially naming or classifying something.
Someone who plans how something should look or be arranged before it is made.
A piece of furniture you sit at to write, study, or use a computer.
Sweet food like cake, ice cream, or pie that you eat after your main meal.
The place you want to go to or where someone sends something to reach.
One specific fact or piece of information in something larger. Pay attention to the details.
A police officer or investigator who solves crimes and finds evidence.
A sudden, unexpected solution to a difficult problem in a story, often arriving artificially and resolving tension unrealistically.
The process of something growing or improving, or a new building or area built for a purpose.
When something is different from what is normal or expected.
A tool or machine that does a particular job or task.
In Eastern philosophy, your rightful duty and the proper way to live according to cosmic law.
Diabetes is a medical condition where the body cannot control blood sugar properly. It can cause serious health…
A philosophical method where opposing ideas are used to reach deeper understanding, or a process of change driven…
A conversation between two or more people; the words spoken back and forth between characters in a story…
A long, angry speech or piece of writing that criticizes someone or something harshly.
A clear division or contrast between two opposite things or groups.
A book that explains what words mean and how to use them.
A strong, authoritative statement made by an expert or authority; a principle stated with certainty and weight.
The kinds of food and drink that someone usually eats.
A medical expert trained to help people eat healthily and manage nutrition for health conditions.
What makes things not the same. When two things are not alike.
The act of seeing or creating differences between things that appear similar.
Something that is hard to do or a problem you face.
The size or measurable parts of something. For example, the height, width, or length. Also used to mean…
A large meal you eat in the evening, usually with family.
An official piece of paper you receive when you graduate from school or university that shows you have…
The way you need to go to reach a place, or the path something is moving.
A clear official instruction from someone in charge about what you must do.
A person who manages a company, movie, or organization and makes important decisions.
Soil, mud, or any unclean substance on something.
A very bad accident or event that causes much harm and suffering to many people.
An area of learning or subject of study with its own methods, vocabulary, and body of knowledge.
The act of telling or showing something that was hidden or secret; making information public that was kept…
A price reduction that makes something cheaper when you buy it.
A detailed discussion or conversation about a topic, especially in academic or formal settings; also means the ways…
Something that is found or learned about for the first time, or the process of finding it.
When two things don't match or agree with each other.
Unfair treatment of someone because of their race, gender, religion, or other personal characteristic. Or, the ability to…
A talk or conversation where people share their thoughts and opinions about a subject.
A condition that makes a person sick or unhealthy, caused by infection, genetics, or other factors.
The removal or loss of the right to vote, or deprivation of citizenship rights and political participation.
A plate or bowl you use to hold food when eating or cooking.
When inflation is still happening but at a slower rate. Prices keep going up, but not as fast…
Information that is intentionally false and spread on purpose to trick or mislead people.
A round storage device that holds computer files or music files.
A big difference between two things. When things are very unequal or not the same in important ways.
A company or person that changes an industry in a big way by introducing new ideas, products, or…
A very long academic work written to earn a PhD or similar advanced degree.
How far apart two places or things are from each other.
An important difference between things, or honor given for being special or excellent.
A part of a city or region used for a special purpose or government.
Not putting all your money in one place. If you own stocks in many different companies and also…
Money a company pays to its shareholders from profits. You get paid regularly if you own shares.
When a married couple legally separates and ends their marriage.
A software tool that packages programs and their dependencies into containers for easy sharing and running everywhere.
A medical professional trained to diagnose and treat illness and injury.
A paper with writing or printing that gives information about something.
A pet animal with four legs that barks and plays.
Money used in America and some other countries; written as $.
An intelligent sea animal that is friendly, plays in groups, and makes clicking sounds to communicate.
A specific area of knowledge or work that someone knows a lot about or controls. Like the science…
Your official permanent home country according to law. This is where you are considered to legally live for…
A small horse-like animal with long ears for carrying heavy things.
A panel that opens and closes to go in or out of a room or building.
The wet mixture of flour and water that bakers use to make bread, cakes, or pizza before baking.
Time when a system, machine, or service is broken, off, or not working. Could be planned for maintenance…
A set of twelve items or things.
A story written to be performed on stage by actors, usually dealing with serious emotions or conflicts.
A box that slides in and out of a desk or cabinet to store things inside
A picture you make by using a pencil or pen to create lines and shapes on paper
Pictures and stories that happen in your mind when you are sleeping
A piece of clothing worn by women and girls that covers the body from the shoulders down
A journey in a car or other vehicle from one place to another.
Someone who controls and guides a car or other motor vehicle on the road.
A medicine or chemical that doctors give to help sick people feel better or stop pain.
A round musical instrument that you hit with sticks or your hands to make sounds.
A philosophical view that reality has two fundamental types of things: mind and physical matter.
A swimming bird that lives near water and has waterproof feathers.
A Southeast Asian fruit famous for its strong odor and rich, creamy taste that people either love or…
Very fine powder particles that collect on surfaces or float in the air.
Something you must or should do because it is your responsibility.
A house, apartment, or any place where people live. A formal word for home.
Harshening through direct language
Nouns that Start with E (114)
Used to refer to every single item or person in a group one by one.
A large, strong bird that hunts by flying high and spotting prey from great distances.
A tiny speaker that sits inside your ear to play music or take calls on the go.
The world we live on, or the soil and dirt.
The direction toward where the sun comes up in the morning. It is opposite to west.
The system of money, jobs, and buying and selling things in a country.
A group of plants, animals, and environment that work together in one area.
The line or side where something ends.
A serious official order from a leader or government that people must follow.
A very big, impressive building. Or, the whole system or structure of something, like a theory or organization…
A particular version of a book, newspaper, or magazine published at a specific time.
Someone who reads and fixes other people's writing to make it better before it is published.
Learning and teaching that happens in schools and other places where people study to gain knowledge and skills.
What happens as a result of something; the change or result that an action or event causes.
The work and energy you use to try to do or achieve something.
A round or oval object from a bird that you can cook and eat for breakfast.
One of two choices or options; it can mean both when used with "neither".
A process where people vote to choose a leader or government official.
Energy that flows through wires and batteries to make lights, machines, and appliances work.
A sad poem or song that mourns or expresses grief, often for someone who has died.
A basic part that something is made of; in chemistry, a pure substance like oxygen or carbon.
A very large animal with a long flexible nose called a trunk, big ears, and thick gray skin.
A box-like machine in tall buildings that carries people between different floors.
a supernatural being from stories, often small with magical powers
a huge animal like a deer that lives in forests and has very big antlers
A written message sent from one computer to another through the internet.
When a government officially bans buying and selling of goods with another country as a punishment or political…
The craft of stitching colorful patterns and designs onto fabric with needle and thread to create decorative art…
A sudden dangerous or urgent problem that needs immediate help or action.
When gases or other substances are released into the air, especially from cars, factories, or other sources that…
A strong feeling such as happiness, sadness, anger, or fear that you experience in response to situations.
A philosophical view that knowledge comes primarily from experience and observation, not from reason alone.
A person who works for a company or boss and receives a salary or wage in return.
The person or company that hires you and pays you to work.
Having a job and getting paid for the work you do. The condition of being employed by a…
Wrapping up data and functions together and controlling how others can access or change them.
A speech or writing that praises someone highly; an expression of great admiration and respect.
Changing information into secret code so only authorized people can read it.
The last or final part of something, like the end of a stick or road.
When someone famous or trusted publicly supports a product or person, telling others it's good.
A person you fight or argue with; someone who opposes you.
Power and strength to work or move; fuel or resources that make things work.
The process of giving people the right to vote and participate in political decisions.
An engagement is when two people promise to marry each other. It is the formal agreement and time…
A machine that uses fuel to create power that makes vehicles or machines move
A person with training who designs and builds machines, roads, bridges, or computer systems
The science of using mathematics and physics to plan and build machines, buildings, and systems
A feeling of tiredness, lack of interest, and boredom with life; world-weary apathy and lack of enthusiasm.
A question asked to get information. British spelling of 'inquiry'.
Entertainment is anything that keeps people amused and happy, like movies, music, games, or shows.
Any separate thing or being. Can be a person, organization, object, or idea that exists on its own.
A door or opening that you go through to enter a place.
The act of going into a place, or a single item recorded in a written list.
A paper cover you use to send a letter in the mail.
Everything around you that affects how you live, including nature and weather.
A long poem that tells the story of heroes and great deeds; a grand tale of adventure and…
An epidemic is when a disease spreads quickly through a community or region, affecting many people.
The final part of a book, play, or film that provides closing thoughts after the main story.
A sudden moment of revelation or understanding; a sudden insight that changes perspective.
The study of knowledge itself; the philosophical study of what knowledge is and how we know things.
A letter, usually long and formal; a work written as if it were a letter to someone.
Someone or something that shows all the best qualities of a certain type perfectly.
A significant time period, or one full cycle of training a computer model.
When everyone has the same rights, opportunities, and treatment. Nobody is treated better or worse because of their…
When everything is perfectly balanced and nothing is changing. Different forces or sides are equally strong and cancel…
Things you need to do an activity or job well.
The amount a company is worth to its owners after paying all debts. It's what shareholders actually own.
When something is wrong or done incorrectly by accident.
The study of beliefs about the end of the world and the ultimate fate of humanity; religious teachings…
Money or documents held safely by a neutral person until all conditions of a deal are completed. The…
A type of very strong coffee made by pushing hot water through finely ground coffee beans.
The most basic, essential nature of something; what makes it fundamentally what it is.
A large piece of land with a big house on it that belongs to one rich person. Or,…
An approximate amount or figure that is calculated but not exact or final.
The philosophical study of right and wrong, morality, and how people should behave; also means the principles of…
Your cultural background based on language, traditions, and family heritage. Different from race or nationality.
The shared values, beliefs, and moral character of a group, culture, or society.
A speech given to praise someone who has died, usually at their funeral.
Softening through indirect language
A careful judgment about how good, bad, or useful something or someone is. It involves looking closely at…
The time of day after the sun starts to set, between afternoon and night.
Something that happens, such as a party, game, or important situation.
Refers to all members of a group individually, one by one, not leaving anyone or anything out.
Refers to all the people in a situation, place, or context, with no one left out.
Refers to all individuals in a situation or group, emphasizing that no person is excluded.
Refers to all objects, facts, or situations in total, leaving nothing out.
When a landlord legally forces a tenant to leave a rented property. Usually happens due to unpaid rent…
information or objects that help prove whether something is true
Slow change and development of something over a long period.
Something that shows or represents what a type of thing is like.
Giving something and getting something else in return; a trade or swap.
A reason you give to explain why you did something wrong or late or did not do something…
A detailed explanation or interpretation of a text's meaning, especially the analysis of biblical or philosophical writings.
A perfect example that other people or things should try to copy or follow.
Activity that requires your body to move and work hard to keep you strong and healthy, or a…
A show or display where artworks, objects, or information are arranged and displayed publicly for people to come…
The fact of being or existing; presence in the world; reality versus imagination.
A philosophy emphasizing human freedom, responsibility, and the need to create your own meaning in a world without…
a belief that something will happen; what you think should happen
Money spent or paid out. The amount of money you use to buy or pay for something.
Money you spend on something you need or want.
Things that happen to you that you learn from; knowledge from doing something.
A test done to find out if something works or is true.
A person who knows a lot about something and is very good at it.
Special skill and knowledge from lots of experience in something.
words or information that help someone understand something
A clear explanation or introduction; in stories, the beginning that sets up who, where, and what is happening.
When something hidden is revealed and made known to everyone; or when you are in contact with something…
A combination of words used to say or show what you think or feel.
An artistic movement that emphasized expressing inner feelings and emotions through distorted forms and vivid colors rather than…
A small add-on that adds features to your browser, or the file type letters at the end of…
An externship is when a student works at a real company to gain experience, similar to an internship…
Someone who enjoys being around other people and talking. They feel happy and energetic when socializing.
One of two organs on your face that you use to see the world around you.
Nouns that Start with F (106)
Material like cotton or wool used to make clothes. Also means the basic structure or organization of something.
The front part of your head where your eyes, nose, and mouth are located.
Information that is true and can be proven or verified.
Something that helps cause or influence what happens; an important part of a situation.
A place where machines and workers produce things in large quantities.
Teachers and professors who work at a school or university.
Something that becomes very popular for a short time, then goes away. Everyone likes it for a while,…
When something does not work or when you do not achieve what you wanted.
An outdoor event with rides, games, food, and entertainment that people visit for fun.
A small to medium bird of prey that hunts by diving at high speed from the sky.
When someone or something drops suddenly from a higher place to a lower one.
A group of people related by blood or marriage living in the same household.
A device with blades that spins to move air around.
Very good or wonderful; better than expected.
A long way away; not close.
The cost you pay to travel on a bus, train, plane, or taxi.
Land where farmers grow food and keep animals.
A person who works on land to grow food and raise animals.
The popular style of clothes or behavior that many people follow during a certain period.
A male parent; a man who has children.
Fatigue is the feeling of being very tired and lacking energy. It can be caused by hard work,…
A mistake someone made, or a weakness in a person or thing; blame for something wrong.
Something kind that you do for someone to help them.
Treating some people better than others unfairly, usually because you like them more or they have a special…
The feeling you get when you are scared or worried about something bad.
A big, special meal with lots of food, usually eaten with family or friends to celebrate something important.…
A specific tool or ability that a software program offers to users.
Money you must pay to get a service, enter a place, or join an organization.
Information or comments that tell someone how they are doing. It can be positive (praise) or negative (criticism),…
An emotion or sense that you experience, like happiness, sadness, or pain.
the two parts at the bottom of your legs that touch the ground when you stand or walk
A man or boy, or a person who shares your interests or membership in a group.
A serious criminal offense that is more severe than a misdemeanor, typically resulting in imprisonment.
A barrier built around land or property to separate, protect, or enclose an area.
A celebration with many performances, shows, or cultural events happening over several days.
Fever is when your body temperature becomes too high, usually because you are sick.
Only a small amount or number of something.
A stringed musical instrument similar to a violin, commonly used in folk and traditional music styles.
A large area of land, usually open and flat, used for growing crops or playing sports.
A number or a piece of numerical information, like a statistic or percentage.
Papers or records organized and kept together for easy reference.
A movie or video created to tell a story or show events.
Money and the way it is managed and used.
Something you discover or learn from doing research or studying something carefully. The result or conclusion you find.
Money you must pay as punishment for doing something illegal or against the rules.
Each of the thin moving parts on your hand you use to hold and touch things.
Software or hardware that stops dangerous internet connections from reaching your computer or network.
The person or thing that comes in the first position, especially in a competition or race.
The government's plan to control the economy by deciding how much to tax people and how much money…
A swimming animal that lives underwater and breathes through gills.
When someone is obsessed with something or cannot stop thinking about it, even when they should focus on…
A colored cloth on a stick that represents a country or marks a location.
A special talent or skill that makes someone stand out, often shown with style and confidence.
A bright, sudden light or fire; also the spreading shape at the bottom of pants or skirts.
A part of a story that goes back in time to show something that happened before.
The taste that you experience when you eat or drink something.
A very small insect that lives on animals and bites them to drink their blood.
The soft part of a body between the skin and bones.
A trip in an airplane from one place to another.
When too much water overflows onto land, covering things that are usually dry.
The ground or bottom surface of a room where you stand and walk.
A powder made from ground wheat or other grain used to make bread and cakes.
A plant that grows with soft colored petals and a sweet smell.
The flu is a common viral illness that makes you feel very sick with fever, cough, and body…
When something keeps changing up and down in an unpredictable way.
A tiny insect that lives around food and moves very fast.
The thing that is most important or that people pay attention to.
Something you eat to stay alive and healthy.
The part of your leg that touches the ground when you walk.
A popular team sport where players kick a round ball into a goal.
Strength that pushes or moves something; power applied to make something happen.
When a bank takes your house because you didn't pay your mortgage. The bank then sells the house…
An earlier version, model, or person that is later replaced by something new or improved.
A hint or clue in a story that suggests what will happen later.
A place where many trees grow closely together covering a large area.
A tool with pointed branches at the end, used for eating or digging.
The way something looks or is shaped, or a paper with questions to answer.
The process of making or creating something new. Or, the way things are arranged or positioned together.
A group of letters and numbers that shows how something works or relates in math or chemistry.
A large sum of money; also means luck, chance, or what will happen to someone.
The hard remains of plants or animals that died millions of years ago and turned into stone. We…
The strong base that supports a building; also the fundamental idea or principle that something is built on.
The number that comes after three and before five.
The item that comes after third and before fifth in order.
A clever animal that looks like a dog with a long, fluffy tail. Foxes are known for being…
The quality of being weak and easy to break or damage. Something that is fragile or somebody who…
The wooden or metal structure that holds or surrounds something; the border that holds a picture.
A ready-made structure that programmers use to build applications faster without starting from zero.
A system where countries buy and sell goods to each other without taxes or restrictions, letting the market…
The right or ability to do what you want without being controlled or limited by others.
Complete and permanent ownership of a piece of land and any buildings on it. You own it forever…
A person you know well and like; someone you enjoy spending time with.
A close relationship between people who care about and trust each other.
the part of something that you see first or that faces forward
The visible part of a website or app that users see and click on; what runs in the…
an edible product that grows on trees and plants, usually sweet and containing seeds
a material such as gas, coal, or oil that is burned to produce energy
A person or skill set that covers both the visible part (frontend) and hidden part (backend) of a…
Enjoyable activities or the pleasure and laughter you get from them.
Money set aside or used for a particular purpose or goal.
A formal event where people gather to say goodbye to someone who has died.
The path a customer takes from first learning about a product to buying it. It starts wide (many…
A temporary break from work without pay; your job is still yours, but you don't work and aren't…
Objects like chairs, tables, and beds that you put in rooms to use and sit on.
The time ahead; everything that will happen after now.
An agreement to buy or sell something at a set price on a future date. Used by farmers…
Nouns that Start with G (72)
A small device that helps you do something, like a kitchen tool or a phone app.
A place where paintings, sculptures, and other artworks are shown to the public.
A clever planned move or strategy where you might accept a small loss now to gain a bigger…
An activity with rules where players try to win or have fun competing.
An empty space between two things, or a break in something continuous.
A covered shelter where you park your car or fix vehicles.
Trash and unwanted things you throw in the bin.
An outdoor area of land where you grow plants, flowers, or food.
A small piece of food placed on top of a dish to make it look more attractive and…
A substance like air that fills any space it occupies and has no definite shape.
A door-like structure that opens and closes to control access through a fence.
A device or program that bridges two separate networks so they can communicate and exchange information.
A gathering is any group of people meeting together. Family gatherings bring relatives together for meals or celebrations.…
The total value of everything a country produces in a year. It shows how big and healthy a…
All the special clothes and equipment you need to play a sport or do an activity safely.
Someone who loves and knows a lot about a specific interest, like computers, games, or comics
Whether a person is male, female, or another identity. Also a grammar term for classifying words in some…
People of approximately the same age, or the period of time between successive births of a family.
People born roughly between 1965 and 1980, between Baby Boomers and Millennials. Often called Gen X.
People born roughly between 1997 and 2012, after the Millennials. Also called Gen Z or Zoomers.
Where something comes from or how it started.
A man who behaves politely and respectfully toward others.
When a poor neighborhood becomes wealthier and more upscale. New shops and expensive apartments arrive, property values rise,…
A small rodent with a bushy tail from deserts, commonly kept as a pet at home.
A system where elderly people hold power and make decisions, as opposed to younger members of society.
A unified whole or pattern that is perceived as complete, more important than its individual parts; a meaningful…
an extremely large or tall person or creature, often from myths or stories; much bigger than a normal…
something you give to another person as a present, often to show love or appreciation
A young female person, from childhood through early adulthood.
A woman in a romantic or dating relationship with someone.
A small machine or device that does something interesting. You might not remember its exact name, so you…
A quick, brief look at someone or something, often without much attention.
A hard, clear material made by heating sand very hot; used for windows and cups to drink from.
The process by which the world's economies and cultures become more connected and interdependent through trade, travel, and…
A covering for your hand that has separate places for each finger and thumb.
Direct spiritual knowledge or insight into truth, especially about the divine; mystical understanding beyond reasoning.
Something you want to accomplish or achieve, like finishing a project or learning a skill.
A powerful being that people worship and believe has created the world or controls natural events.
A godchild is a young person whose spiritual growth is guided by a godparent. This special role starts…
A godparent is someone chosen to help teach a child about religion and values. They have a special…
A shiny yellow metal that is very valuable and used to make jewelry, coins, and decorations.
Something that is beneficial or helps people; doing the right thing morally.
A bird that swims and lives near water, larger than a duck with a longer neck.
A deep, narrow valley between high rocky walls or cliffs.
The way something is governed or controlled. The rules, structures, and methods used to run a government, organization,…
The officials and leaders who make decisions and laws for a country or city.
A leader who manages a state or region and reports to the central government.
A mark that shows how well you did on a test.
How steeply or quickly something goes up or down, used in math and computing.
To finish school and get a diploma.
A tiny seed used to make food and bread.
Large, impressive, and important.
The father of your mother or father.
Your mother's or father's mother; the parent of your mom or dad.
A structure made of points (nodes) connected by lines (edges) used to represent networks and relationships.
The green plant that covers fields and lawns; it has thin leaves and grows from the ground.
A thick, savory sauce made from meat juice that you pour over food.
A thin, young onion with a long green top and small white base, eaten raw or cooked.
A glass house where farmers grow plants in warm conditions; also used to describe how gases trap heat…
A store where you buy food like vegetables, milk, bread, and other items for your home. Also refers…
The full name for GDP; the total value of everything produced in a country during one year, measured…
The solid earth or land surface where we walk and build on.
The preparation work that must be done first before you can start the main project or task. The…
Several people or things gathered together as one collection.
The process of becoming larger or developing over time.
A person whose job is to watch over and protect something or someone from danger or theft.
A guardian is an adult who legally takes care of a child. A parent is usually the guardian,…
Someone who visits or is invited to stay at a person's house or attend an event or meal.
The screens with clickable buttons and visual elements you use to control a computer program.
A suggested rule or recommendation about the best way to do something. It is advice, not a strict…
A tool used to shoot bullets. Police and soldiers use guns.
A man or boy. Often used in casual, friendly conversation.
Nouns that Start with H (71)
Something you do regularly without thinking about it because you do it so often.
The place where an animal or plant naturally lives in nature.
A biography of a saint emphasizing their virtues and miracles; also used to mean an overly flattering biography…
A short Japanese poem with three lines (5-7-5 syllables) that captures a moment in nature or evokes emotion…
The thin strands that grow from your head and body.
A large indoor space where people meet or events happen.
A small cute animal with fluffy fur and puffy cheeks that people keep as pets.
Your arm ends in this part with five fingers that you use to grab things.
The feeling of pleasure and satisfaction when things go well in your life.
A sign or messenger that announces or warns about something coming in the future.
Injury or damage to a person's body or feelings. Something that hurts or damages.
A way to store data using keys (like names) to find values (like phone numbers) very quickly.
A piece of clothing you wear on your head. It protects you from the sun or keeps you…
A bird that hunts other animals for food, known for being fast and powerful hunters.
The top part of your body where your brain, face, and senses are located.
A pain felt in the head; something that causes trouble or problems
The number of people working in a company or team; the total count of employees.
Audio equipment you wear on your head or ears to listen to music, calls, or videos in private.
The condition of your body and mind when you are not sick or hurt
The muscle in your chest that sends blood around your body and keeps you alive.
The warmth or high temperature produced by fire, the sun, or other sources.
A spiky animal about the size of a tennis ball that rolls into a ball when scared.
The dominance or leadership of one group or nation over others, maintained through power, culture, or economic influence.
An heir is someone who receives money, land, or property from a family member when that person dies,…
An heirloom is an object, like jewelry, furniture, or art, that families pass down from parents to children…
A word that stands in for a girl or woman's name when you've already said who she is.
A green plant with leaves used fresh or dried in cooking to add flavour or used for healing…
The study and practice of how to interpret and understand texts, especially complex or ancient ones; the theory…
Someone who does something very brave or kind that helps other people, often at great risk.
A word used when a female person does something to or for herself; also used to make a…
A ranking system where some people or things are more important or have more power than others. Like…
A big, main road that connects cities and towns where many cars drive.
A raised piece of land; not as tall or steep as a mountain.
Used when a male does an action to himself or for himself.
Wider parts on sides of lower body where legs connect
Shows that something belongs to a man or boy.
A person from a Spanish-speaking background, including people from Spain and Latin America.
A histogram is a chart that uses bars to show how data is spread across different ranges or…
Past events and facts about what happened before today.
Something you like to do in your free time for fun, like painting, gaming, or reading.
A homeless person who travels around looking for work and temporary shelter.
An opening or gap in something solid, like a hole in your sock or in the ground.
A special day or vacation when you don't go to work or school, often to celebrate something or…
The house or apartment where you live, or the place where you feel you belong.
Someone who does not have a home and may sleep outside or in a shelter.
Someone who owns a house. They may own it completely or still be paying off a mortgage, but…
Work or assignments that teachers give students to do at home, usually in the evening.
A sweet golden liquid that bees make from flower nectar and use as food.
Great respect and admiration given to someone because of their character or achievements.
the hard, thick part at the bottom of an animal's leg that touches the ground
A feeling that something good will happen in the future; wanting something to come true.
Not included in simple_explanation to avoid duplication
A strong feeling of fear and shock when something very bad or scary happens.
A large animal with four legs that people ride or use to pull carriages and wagons.
A place where doctors treat sick or hurt people and sometimes patients stay overnight for care.
A person who invites people to their home or event and takes care of them while they visit.
A company that rents you space on a computer (server) connected to the internet to run your website…
A place where people can pay to sleep for one or more nights when they are traveling away…
A unit of time. One hour is the same as 60 minutes.
A building where a family lives. Most houses have bedrooms, a kitchen, and a bathroom.
A household is all the people living in one home. It can be a family, roommates, or any…
Dangerous overconfidence or excessive pride; the kind of arrogance that leads to a person's downfall.
A person; any man, woman, or child of our species.
Something that makes people laugh; the ability to find things funny.
The number 100. Ten times ten.
A man who is married to a woman.
A big dog with thick fur from cold countries that needs lots of daily exercise.
A Scandinavian feeling of coziness, warmth, and comfortable contentment, especially in intimate and social settings.
Extreme exaggeration for emphasis
When inflation gets completely out of control and prices rise extremely fast. Money becomes almost worthless and the…
An educated guess or idea that you test to see if it's true. Scientists make hypotheses and then…
Nouns that Start with I (82)
Water that has frozen solid because of cold temperature.
A computer program where developers write and organize code with built-in tools for testing and fixing errors.
A thought, suggestion, or plan that comes to mind.
A philosophical view that mind, ideas, or consciousness are the fundamental reality, not just physical matter.
The characteristics or facts that show who or what someone or something really is.
Not included in simple_explanation to avoid duplication
Not knowing something; the lack of information or understanding about a subject.
An illness is a sickness that makes a person feel unwell for a period of time.
An image is a picture or something you see in your mind; it can be a photo, drawing,…
Your ability to think of new ideas and picture things in your mind that don't exist yet.
Someone who moves to a new country to live there permanently
When people move to live in a new country, or the official system that controls who can enter…
Immunity is when your body can fight off a disease. Your immune system creates protection after vaccination or…
The strong effect or change that something causes; how much something influences or affects a situation.
When a powerful country controls other territories and spreads its power globally.
The process of making a plan actually happen or putting an idea into action. It's the doing part…
Something that is suggested or understood to be true without being directly said.
What you feel or think about someone or something after meeting or learning about them.
An artistic movement that focused on capturing the effect of light and color in a moment, using loose…
The total count of times an ad appears online—even if people just scroll past without clicking.
A change that makes something better or work better than before.
An in-law is someone who becomes part of your family through marriage. Your spouse's parents and siblings are…
Beginning a story in the middle of the action instead of at the beginning; starting in the middle…
An official ceremony that marks the beginning of something important, especially when a leader takes office or a…
The folder in your email where all the messages you receive are collected and shown.
Something that makes you want to do something; a reward or motivation for action.
The moment when something starts or begins.
How often something happens or affects people. For example, the incidence of flu is higher in winter.
A natural desire or tendency to do something. Or, when something leans or tilts at an angle.
A sloping surface; something that goes uphill or downhill at an angle.
Money earned from a job, business, or savings accounts each month or year.
Someone or a company that is already in a position; the person or company that currently holds power…
The state of being free to make your own choices and not depending on other people or countries.
A list at the back of a book showing where to find topics. Or a number that measures…
One person, viewed as someone distinct from others.
the idea that personal independence, self-reliance, and individual success are primary values
The business of making and selling products in factories; or a particular type of business activity.
A baby, especially in the first year or two of life when they cannot walk or speak clearly.
A disease that happens when harmful bacteria or viruses enter your body and cause sickness.
Using a trained computer system to make guesses or decisions about new information.
The power to change or affect how someone thinks, acts, or makes decisions.
Facts and details about something that help you understand or know about it.
All the basic systems and physical things a country or organization needs to work properly, like roads, electricity,…
A substance you add to other things to make food or medicine; one of the parts that makes…
When a class reuses code and features from another, parent class.
Starting something new or the formal ceremony when someone joins a club, group, or organization for the first…
Damage or harm to a person's body, like a cut, bruise, or break from an accident.
Something completely new that nobody has done before, or the act of creating something new. A fresh invention…
Information or data you give to a computer or system to process. Also can mean a person's advice,…
When you ask questions to find out information; an official search for facts about something.
Insomnia is a condition where a person has difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. It can be caused…
One example or time when something happens; a specific case that shows what you're talking about.
An organization or place where people study or do research in a particular subject area.
A large, important organization or system that plays a major role in how society works, like schools, hospitals,…
Clear directions or steps telling someone how to do something; or the teaching or training of a person.
A tool or device that you use to do a particular job, like a hammer, thermometer, or stethoscope.
An agreement where you pay money regularly to a company, and they pay you if something bad happens…
Combining two or more companies or their operations so they work together as one.
The ability to learn, understand, and think about things; how smart or clever someone is.
A plan or goal that someone wants to accomplish or achieve.
A desire to know more about something; the feeling of wanting to pay attention to something.
A system of connected computers and networks worldwide that lets people share information and communicate with each other.
A short-term work position, often unpaid or lowly paid, that lets students or new graduates learn real job…
A big road that goes between different states in America.
The time or distance between two events or points. For example, the space between one moment and the…
A meeting where one person asks another person questions to learn about them, usually for employment or media…
The act of presenting someone to another person, or bringing something new into use for the first time.
Looking inward at your own thoughts and feelings; examining your inner mental life.
Someone who prefers spending time alone or in small groups. They feel tired after socializing and need quiet…
Something brand new that someone created that did not exist before. A new discovery or creation that is…
The process of carefully looking into something to find out the facts or truth about it.
Money put into something with the hope of getting more money back, or something you spend money on…
A bill that a business sends to a customer showing what they bought or services they received and…
When a company sells its stocks to the public for the first time. Before an IPO, only private…
The colored part of the eye - blue, brown, green, or hazel - that controls how much light…
A household tool that gets hot and is used to flatten wrinkles in clothes like shirts and pants.
When what actually happens is the opposite of what you expected, or when words mean something different from…
A piece of land that has water all around it.
A problem or subject that people talk about and need to solve.
One thing; a single object or product on a list or in a group.
Repeating the same actions multiple times using a loop structure.
A plan that shows where you will go and when during a trip or journey.
Nouns that Start with J (39)
A type of clothing worn on the upper body that covers your arms and torso, usually worn over…
The world's largest tree fruit, grown in tropical regions, with fibrous sections inside that can be eaten raw…
A big money prize that you can win in a game or lottery
A thick, sweet food made from cooked fruit and sugar that you spread on bread.
The strange feeling that something familiar and known is actually unfamiliar and strange, opposite of deja vu.
A popular English male first name; the plural Jameses is used when talking about multiple people named James.
A person who cleans and looks after a building
A container with a wide opening and a lid, usually made of glass, used to store food or…
Special words used by people in a particular job or hobby that others might not understand
A short, fun trip or outing, usually for a day or less
A long pointed stick that athletes throw as far as possible in a sport
The lower or upper bone in your face that you use to chew food and move your mouth.
Sturdy pants made from denim fabric, commonly blue, and worn for casual situations.
a clear, shaky dessert made from gelatin and flavoring (British); or a smooth spread made from fruit juice…
A dangerous situation where something bad might happen
A sports shirt with the team's colors, number, and logo, worn by players during games.
A joke or something said to make people laugh
Feeling tired and confused after flying across time zones
A beautiful shiny stone like a diamond or ruby, or jewelry decorated with such stones.
A front sail on a sailing ship or boat
A puzzle game with many pieces you fit together to make a picture
A short, catchy tune used in advertisements, or a ringing sound made by bells or coins
Someone or something that brings bad luck or causes problems
Nervous feeling that makes you shake or feel anxious
Work that you do regularly in exchange for money; your profession or occupation.
A joint is where two bones connect in your body, like your knee, elbow, or shoulder. It lets…
A business agreement where two or more companies or people work together and share the profits and risks…
A joke is something funny you say or tell to make people laugh and have fun.
A common English last name; the Joneses refers to neighbors whose lifestyle others try to match.
A journey is a trip where you travel from one place to another, often taking time.
Joy is a feeling of happiness and pleasure, stronger than just being happy.
A special anniversary celebration, usually of 25, 50, or 60 years
A drink made by pressing or squeezing fruit or vegetables to get the liquid inside.
The place where two or more roads or lines meet and join
A point in time when something important happens or a decision must be made; a critical moment or…
The official authority of a court or government to enforce laws in a certain area
The study of law and legal principles; the system of laws in a place
Fairness; when people are treated equally and correctly by the legal system and society.
Putting two things side by side so you can compare or contrast them easily.
Nouns that Start with K (43)
The perfect moment or right time for action; the opportune moment when something will work.
A toy tube you look through that shows colourful changing patterns; or anything that changes constantly
A way to organize and track work using cards on a board that show what needs doing, is…
A large marsupial from Australia with big back legs and a long tail that moves by jumping.
The idea that actions have consequences; what you do comes back to you in this life or future…
Cooked meat or vegetables on a stick
The flat bottom part of a ship that keeps it stable in water
A small house or cage where a dog sleeps and lives
The most important part of an operating system that controls everything your computer does.
A thick red sauce made from tomatoes that you put on food
A container you use to boil water for tea or coffee
A small metal object that you use to open and close locks on doors and other things.
A board with many buttons (keys) that you press with your fingers to type on a computer or…
The main idea or most important point; also a main speech at a conference
A set of buttons on a device used to enter numbers or control something
An important word or phrase you use to search for information online
A light brownish-yellow colour; or cloth in this colour, often used for uniforms
A young child; a boy or girl who is not yet an adult.
A measure of distance equal to 1,000 meters; used to measure long distances like between cities.
A type or group of things that are similar or belong together.
A school for very young children, usually ages 3-5 years old
A man who rules a country or kingdom; the most important male leader in a monarchy.
A country or land that is ruled by a king or queen as its leader.
A tight twist in a rope or hair; or a small problem or unusual preference
Family relationship; or a feeling of connection with people who share your values or interests
A small shop or booth; also a computer terminal where you can get information
When you touch someone with your lips, usually to show love, affection, or as a greeting.
A set of tools or supplies needed for a particular task; also a young animal like a fox
The room where you cook and prepare meals in a house or building.
A toy made of paper or cloth that flies in the wind on a string; also a type…
A government system where rulers steal from the state and abuse power for personal enrichment rather than public…
A natural talent or special skill for doing something well
A small backpack worn on your shoulders to carry items
The part of your leg that bends in the middle, between your upper and lower leg.
A sharp tool with a handle that you use for cutting things like food or other materials.
A warrior from the Middle Ages who served a king or queen.
A round handle or button you turn to control something; a small rounded lump on something
A tied fastening in rope or string; a problem or hard lump in wood; also a measurement of…
Information and understanding that someone has learned or knows about something.
The bony joint on your finger that sticks out when you make a fist
A number or measurement that shows if you're doing your job well. For example, customer satisfaction score is…
A tool that manages containerized software applications automatically across multiple computers to ensure they run smoothly.
Praise and recognition you receive for doing something well or accomplishing something
Nouns that Start with L (84)
A sticker or piece of paper attached to something that tells you what it is, what it contains,…
Hard work or effort; or the people who work in jobs and factories (as a group or class).
The system where workers look for jobs and employers look for workers. Prices (wages) and job availability are…
When you do not have something you need or want; not having enough of something.
A woman or girl, or a polite and well-behaved female person.
A big area of water surrounded by land, smaller than an ocean or sea.
A light that provides brightness in a room or space, powered by electricity or oil.
A harsh, often funny attack or criticism in writing or speech; something that makes fun mockingly.
The ground or soil that is not covered by water, or an area of property.
The owner of a property who rents it to someone else. The landlord collects rent and is responsible…
The natural scenery of a place, including mountains, forests, rivers, and other features you can see.
The words and rules that people use to talk and write to each other; a way people communicate.
The time it takes for your action (like a click) to be sent and processed, then a response…
A person of Latin American origin or descent living in the United States.
Coffee made from espresso mixed with hot steamed milk and a little foam on top.
Dirty clothes that need washing, or clean clothes after washing; also a place where clothes are washed professionally.
An official rule made by the government that everyone must follow; if you break it, you can be…
A grassy yard or field near a house or building that is regularly cut and cared for.
A person who studies law and helps people with legal problems or represents them in court.
A level or sheet of something; one of several things stacked on top of each other.
When a company permanently ends your job because of business problems, not because you did anything wrong.
A hint or clue that helps you find something or solve a mystery.
The time between when you order something and when you actually receive or get it. Includes waiting, processing,…
Someone who is in charge and guides other people in a group, team, or organization.
A thin, flat green part of a plant that grows from branches or stems.
An organized group of sports teams that play games against each other.
a big jump through the air, or a sudden improvement or change in progress
A legal agreement that lets you use someone's property for a set time. You pay rent regularly, and…
Renting a property for a long time with a lease. You can use and occupy it, but you…
A durable material made from animal skin, commonly used to make shoes, jackets, and belts.
Time off work when you are allowed to stay home for rest or personal reasons.
The many green parts of a plant that grow from branches; the plural of leaf.
A formal speech or teaching session where a speaker presents information to an audience on a specific topic.
The main book where a business records all its money coming in and going out, organized by account…
A blood-sucking water worm that sticks to animals or people to feed on their blood.
The side of your body where your left hand is; the opposite direction from right.
The part of your body between your hip and your foot that you use to walk and stand.
A very old story about a person or event that people have told for a long time.
Laws and rules made by a government or parliament. The process of creating and passing new laws.
The free time you have to relax, enjoy hobbies, or spend with friends and family outside of work…
A yellow fruit that tastes sour and is often used in drinks and cooking.
How long something is, from start to end; the distance of something.
A big spotted wild cat that climbs trees and hunts at night.
A class or teaching session where a teacher shows you how to do or understand something.
A written message that you send to someone through the mail or deliver to them by hand.
a plant with large, soft green leaves that you eat uncooked, often in salads
A position or stage in a scale that shows how much, how difficult, or how advanced something is.
Something you owe money for. A debt or obligation to pay someone.
A place where books and other materials are kept for people to read and borrow.
An official document that gives you permission to do something, like drive or run a business.
A cover for a container that you can open and close.
The time from when you are born until you die; being alive.
The bright energy that comes from the sun or a lamp, which lets you see things clearly.
A tall garden flower with big petals that comes in many colors, especially white.
A funny five-line poem with a particular rhyme pattern and rhythm, usually with silly or unexpected twists.
The maximum or final point that something can reach; a boundary or restriction.
A thin mark or stroke made with a pencil, pen, or other tool.
A connection between things that joins or relates them; a bond or relationship.
A large, strong wild animal from Africa with a thick mane of hair around its head; one of…
One of the two soft, pink parts at the edge of the mouth used for eating, speaking, and…
A wet substance that can flow and has no fixed shape; something you can pour, like water or…
How easily and quickly you can turn something you own into cash. Cash itself has perfect liquidity; property…
A group of items or names arranged one after another that you write down or say.
The ability to read and write. It is a basic skill needed for education and work.
Books, poems, stories, and plays that are written to be artistic and meaningful.
A figure of speech using understatement by negating the opposite, like saying 'not bad' for 'good'.
Money that a bank or person lends to you, which you must pay back with extra money (interest)…
A special computer address (usually 127.0.0.1) that points to your own device for local testing.
A particular place or position where something is, such as a person, object, or event.
A device with a key that keeps a door or container closed so no one can open it…
A piece of wood from a tree; often used for burning in a fire or making into lumber.
A way of thinking and reasoning that follows clear rules and makes sense. If you understand the logic…
Logical appeal and reasoning; in Greek philosophy, the rational principle underlying reality.
When you turn your eyes to see someone or something for a moment.
A round or oval shape where something curves around and touches or almost touches itself.
When something is gone or taken away, and you no longer have it.
A lot means a large amount or many things. You use 'a lot of' to say there is…
a tiny bug that lives in people's hair and skin, causing itching and discomfort
Someone who has a romantic or intimate relationship with another person.
When customers keep buying from the same brand because they trust and like it.
When something good or bad happens to you without you planning it.
The bags and suitcases you take with you when you travel to hold your clothes and personal items.
Food you eat in the middle of the day, usually around noon.
Something expensive and special that you want but don't need to survive.
Nouns that Start with M (151)
A strong, short coffee drink made by marking espresso with just a hint of steamed milk.
Equipment made of metal or plastic with parts that move to do a job.
A magazine is a thin book with stories, pictures, and ads that comes out every week or month.
Magic is when someone does tricks that seem to change reality, but it's really skillful tricks.
Mail is letters, postcards, and packages that the post office delivers to homes and offices.
The main subject you study at university or college.
The larger number or group when compared to others; more than 50%.
Products like powder, lipstick, or eye shadow that people put on their face to look better. Or, the…
Products like powder, lipstick, or eye shadow that people put on their face to look better. Or, the…
Big dog originally from Alaska, used to pull sleds over snow and ice.
Funny mistake of using a word that sounds similar to the intended word but means something different.
Harmful computer programs created by hackers to damage devices or steal information.
A grown-up male person. A man is an adult male, not a boy or woman.
The act of controlling or organizing a business or activity. Management includes planning, making decisions, and supervising people.
Someone who is in charge of people or a business and makes decisions.
The main language spoken in China; also a type of small, sweet orange citrus fruit.
A skilled movement or action, like turning a car in a tight space. Or a clever move you…
An extreme and excessive obsession or excitement about something. You cannot stop thinking about it. In psychology, it…
A public statement of beliefs, goals, and intentions; a declaration of what a group or person stands for.
The way that something is done or how someone behaves and acts.
A skilled movement or action that requires planning and practice. Often used for military tactics, vehicles, or strategic…
A big old house in the countryside, usually with a lot of land around it.
An insect with long arms that can turn its head around. It hunts other insects.
A sacred word or phrase repeated in meditation for spiritual focus and transformation.
A picture that shows where places are, like countries, cities, or roads on paper or screen.
The edge or border of something. It can mean the blank space around a page when writing, or…
A sign or spot on something, like a stain, scratch, or label that shows something is there.
A discount or price cut on items. When a store reduces the price from $50 to $35, that's…
A place where people go to buy and sell products like food, clothes, and other things.
The extra money a seller adds to what they paid for something to make a profit. If a…
A big fish similar to swordfish but with a pointed, rounded bill instead of a flat blade.
The official relationship between two people who have decided to live together as husband and wife.
Something you wear on your face to hide or protect it.
A big group or collection of something.
A professional, usually female, who massages people's bodies to relieve muscle tension.
Someone who knows a lot and is very good at doing something.
A small stick you use to make fire.
Physical things like cloth, wood, or plastic used to make something.
A philosophical view that physical matter is the fundamental reality and all things can be explained physically.
The subject in school where you learn about numbers and calculations.
Something physical you can touch, like wood or metal; or something that is important.
A short statement that expresses a general rule or principle; a guiding idea or advice about how things…
The word you use to talk about yourself when you receive an action, not when you do it.
A time when you eat food, like breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
What something means or stands for; the idea or message behind words or symbols.
A way to do something. Can also mean the money or resources someone has available. The word is…
Animal flesh that people eat for protein.
The parts and process that make a machine or system function.
A special award given to someone for winning or doing something excellent.
A substance that doctors give you to help cure sickness or pain. It can be a pill, liquid,…
A drug or treatment that helps you feel better when you are sick.
A way to send information or express ideas, like radio, TV, or internet.
A time when people gather to talk about something important.
Someone who is part of a team, club, organization, or other group.
A short written note sent to one person or a group of people in an office or organization.…
a brief written communication used inside a company or institution to share information or announce decisions
The ability to remember things from the past, or the thought you have when you remember something.
An experienced person who helps and advises someone who is learning. A mentor shares their knowledge and experience…
When an experienced person helps and teaches a less experienced person at work; the relationship of guidance and…
A list of food and drinks you can order at a restaurant, or a list of choices in…
When two companies officially combine to become one company.
A system where the most talented and able people get the best jobs and have the most power.…
Information communicated between people, such as a text, email, or note.
Thinking about your own thinking; being aware of how you learn and understand things.
Data about data: information that describes where data came from and how it's structured.
A hard, shiny material like iron, gold, or aluminum that conducts heat and electricity.
Direct comparison suggesting similarity
The study of the deepest questions about existence, reality, and the nature of being; fundamental philosophy.
A planned way or system for doing something or achieving a goal.
The set of organized steps and rules used to do something, especially in research or academic work. How…
Substitution of associated concept
A number or measurement that shows how well something is working or performing.
A very large and important city that is the center of business, culture, or government in a region.
A device that picks up sound and turns it into electrical signals so you can record or share…
A small, standalone program that does one job well and talks to other programs to work together in…
The center point between two sides or the point that divides something into equal parts.
A layer of software that sits between two programs so they can talk to each other and share…
The exact time when the night ends and a new day begins, marked as 12:00 AM.
A person who travels from place to place or moves to a new country for work or opportunity,…
A measure of how far away something is; about 1.6 kilometers.
An important goal or checkpoint reached in a long-term project.
The surroundings, environment, or social setting in which someone or something exists; the atmosphere or context.
A white drink from cows, goats, or other animals; people drink it or use it in cooking.
The generation that grew up with computers and entered the adult world around 2000.
A span of 1,000 years. The year 2000 marked the start of a new millennium.
A very large number: 1,000,000. Used to describe quantities of money, people, or things.
Your brain and thoughts; the part that helps you think, remember, and decide things.
A deep hole dug underground to get minerals, coal, or metals from the ground.
Someone who digs and collects minerals from the ground for work.
A natural solid material found in rocks and soil that has specific chemical properties and structure.
The smallest amount allowed or needed. The lowest you can go.
A government leader who manages a department, or a religious leader who conducts services in a church.
A government office that handles one type of work (like health, education, or defense). Or, the job of…
A smaller number of people compared to others.
A period of 60 seconds.
Official notes that write down what happened in a meeting, what was decided, and what people agreed to…
A glass surface where you see your reflection.
A less serious crime punished with smaller penalties like fines or short jail time.
Information that is wrong or false, but shared by mistake not intentionally.
when you try to hit or catch something but do not succeed
An important job or purpose that someone is sent to do.
Light fog that reduces how far you can see, but lighter than heavy fog.
Something wrong that you did by accident, not on purpose.
An extremely small bug with eight legs; often invisible to the naked eye.
Actions taken to make something less bad or harmful. Ways to reduce the damage or seriousness of a…
Something made from two or more things mixed together.
When computers learn from examples and improve automatically without being told every rule.
A way or manner of doing something; a type or form of something.
A small copy or example of a real object made to show how it looks.
A cultural and artistic movement that broke with tradition and experimented with new forms of expression, celebrating innovation,…
A small change or adjustment made to an object, system, or plan to make it better or different.
A small animal that lives under the ground and digs tunnels with its strong front legs.
Informal name for your mother (formal: mother).
A very brief amount of time lasting only seconds.
Power or strength that helps something move forward or succeed.
When the central bank controls how much money is in the economy and sets interest rates to influence…
Coins and paper notes used to buy things and pay for services.
A small furry animal that hunts and kills snakes. It is very fast and brave.
A philosophical view that all reality is ultimately one thing or one type of substance, not many.
The screen where you see what the computer is doing.
A small animal like an ape that lives in trees and eats fruit.
One big application where all parts are connected together; opposite of breaking it into smaller, independent pieces.
A long speech spoken by one person, either to others in a play or to an audience; a…
A scary or ugly creature that may be real or from stories and movies.
A period of time lasting about 4 weeks, part of the year.
How you feel emotionally at a particular time, like happy or sad.
Earth's natural satellite that circles our planet and lights up the night sky.
a huge animal like a very large deer with big antlers living in cold forests
How happy, confident, and motivated a group or team feels.
Personal beliefs about what is right and wrong; standards for good behavior.
The time of day when you wake up, before lunch, usually when the sun rises.
Money you borrow from a bank to buy a house.
A woman who is the parent of a child.
Movement; the action of changing position.
Your reason for wanting to do something. The drive or willingness that makes you act.
A machine that makes things move or run by using electricity or fuel.
A very high hill covered with rock and earth.
A large, tan-coloured wild cat found in North and South America — the same animal as a cougar…
A tiny animal with a long tail that squeaks and eats cheese.
The part of your face where you eat, drink, and talk.
When something or someone changes position or location.
A film shown on screen with moving pictures and sound.
A working animal similar to a horse but smaller, stronger, and bred from a donkey and horse.
Soft body tissue that helps you move and gives your body strength.
A place where important or old things are kept for people to see and learn.
Organized sounds that people listen to for enjoyment, created by instruments or voices.
Someone who plays music with instruments or sings music.
A type of edible shellfish with a hard dark shell and soft flesh inside.
A lock that ensures only one program thread accesses shared data at a time to prevent conflicts.
Something you don't know about or can't explain, like a secret or unsolved puzzle.
Myth or mythological narrative; the deep stories and patterns that shape culture and consciousness.
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The lowest or worst point of something; the bottom of failure or decline, opposite of zenith.
A small metal stick that you hammer into wood to hold things together.
The word used to identify a person, place, or thing.
A large group of people living in the same country with their own government.
Your nationality is the country you are a citizen of, usually determined by where you were born or…
An artistic movement taking realism further by emphasizing scientific observation and often depicting harsh, brutal aspects of life;…
The environment: plants, animals, mountains, rivers, and weather.
Your bellybutton; the small round mark on your stomach.
Something that must be or must happen; being unavoidable and required.
The body part between your head and your shoulders.
A small sharp object for sewing clothes or fabric together.
Someone who lives close to you in your street or building.
A section of a city or town where neighbors live together.
Someone or something that brings about another's downfall or destruction; a deserved punishment for wrongdoing.
Creation of new word or meaning
Your brother's or sister's son is your nephew. He is the male version of what a niece is…
Unfairly helping family members get positions or advantages, even if they are not the best choice for the…
Someone who studies hard and cares a lot about school or learning, sometimes seen as less popular or…
A network is when many people or things are connected together so they can share information or help…
A newborn is a baby that was just born. The term usually refers to babies in their first…
New information about what happened recently in the world.
Paper with news and information you read or buy daily.
The daughter of your brother or sister.
The time when the sun is down and it is dark outside.
A philosophy claiming that nothing has objective meaning, value, or purpose; that morality and truth are illusions.
The number you get after counting eight things.
In Buddhism, the perfect state of peace achieved by overcoming desire and suffering; ultimate spiritual liberation.
Used to say that no people are present or involved in something.
Sounds that are loud or unpleasant, usually annoying or hard to ignore.
Someone who deliberately does things differently from what society expects. A person who doesn't follow the crowd.
The time of day that is 12 o'clock in the middle of the day, when the sun is…
The direction of the North Pole, the cold top part of Earth.
The part of your face in the middle where you breathe and smell.
A brief piece of writing about something, like a reminder or comment.
No thing at all; zero things or no items.
An idea or belief about something, especially one that might not be completely correct. Or a sudden desire…
A word that names something, such as a person's name, an animal, an object, or a feeling.
A long book that tells a made-up story with characters and events.
A small, delicate difference or variation in something, especially in meaning or appearance.
A symbol or word like 1, 2, 3, one, two, three used for counting.
The ability to understand and work with numbers. It is a basic skill needed for mathematics, money, and…
A trained healthcare worker who helps patients and doctors.
Food that grows inside a hard shell, like almonds or walnuts.
Nutrition is about eating the right foods to keep your body healthy and strong. It includes proteins, carbohydrates,…
Someone who helps people choose healthy foods and plan meals.
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A stick with a flat end that rowers use to move boats forward.
A green, watery spot in the middle of a desert where plants and people can survive.
Any item or thing you can hold or see.
A statement saying you do not agree with something.
When you notice and watch something carefully to understand it.
When you think about something or someone so much that you cannot stop, even if you try. It…
A special event or moment when something takes place.
The largest saltwater environment on Earth with waves and marine life.
A soft sea animal with eight arms and no bones, able to change its color.
A praise poem that celebrates something or someone; a formal, often lengthy poem expressing admiration.
An action that breaks the law or rules; a crime.
A place where people work, usually with desks and computers.
A person with an official position and responsibility; often in police or military.
When a company moves its operations or factories to another country, usually to save money on labor costs.
Liquid fat used for cooking or making machines work.
A system where a few powerful people control everything. It could be a small group of rich people,…
A Japanese dining style where the chef chooses what to serve you, based on freshest ingredients and chef's…
The smallest whole number.
A vegetable that makes you cry, used in cooking.
Sound imitation through word choice
When something starts or begins, particularly a disease, problem, or difficult period. The moment it all begins.
The philosophical study of what exists and what it means to exist; the study of being and existence.
A space where something is open; or the beginning of an event.
An action or activity; especially a medical procedure done by a surgeon in a hospital.
What you think or believe about something; your personal view or judgment.
The person or team that you are playing against in a sport or competition.
A good chance or moment when something can be done; a favorable situation.
A tool or method that makes something work better or faster.
One of several things you can choose or pick from.
A round fruit that is orange in color and tastes sweet and sour.
A request asking someone to make, deliver, or sell you something.
A local law made by a city or town government. Similar to a statute but usually applies to…
A company, club, or group working together for common goals.
The direction something faces or points. Or training you receive when you start a new job or school.…
Where something began or was created; its source.
When something moves or changes back and forth in a steady, regular pattern.
A word used when a group including you does something to or for themselves.
The final result of something that happens. What ends up happening after something occurs.
The shape you see around the edge of something. Or a short plan or summary showing main ideas.
How much something produces or makes. In computers, it's the information a machine gives you as a result.
The very beginning of something you plan to do or something that is happening. The first moment when…
When a company hires another company to do work instead of doing it themselves inside the organization.
A hot box where you cook food, like baking cookies or roasting chicken.
When you take out more money than you have in your account. The bank may let you do…
When a computer model memorizes training examples instead of learning general rules.
The general costs of running a business that aren't tied to making specific products. Things like paying for…
The person that something belongs to.
The condition of possessing and controlling something legally.
The gas in air that living things need to breathe.
Juxtaposition of contradictions
An edible marine mollusk with two hard shells that protect soft tissue inside.
A special type of oxygen gas with three atoms instead of two. High up it protects us from…
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Something wrapped up and ready to be sent or given to someone; a box or parcel.
One piece of paper in a book or document that you can turn or read.
An unpleasant feeling in your body when you are hurt, sick, or sad.
Someone who paints pictures or paints buildings and walls.
A picture made with paint, or the activity of painting walls and objects.
Two things that match or belong together, like two shoes.
A very large, expensive house where royalty or important people live.
A flat dish you use to cook food on a stove.
A supposed cure-all or solution that supposedly solves all problems, often unrealistically promoted.
A pandemic is a disease that spreads quickly across many countries and affects millions of people.
A speech or writing that praises someone or something very highly; a formal expression of praise.
A flat rectangular piece that is part of something larger.
intense sudden fear that makes people act without thinking clearly
A religious or philosophical belief that God is the same as nature and the universe; everything is divine…
A temple for all gods; or a collection of all gods in a religion; also used to mean…
A thin white material used for writing or printing on.
A short story told to teach a moral or spiritual lesson; a simple narrative using everyday situations to…
Something that seems to contradict itself but may actually be true or make sense when examined carefully.
Someone or something that is so good it can be used as a model for others to follow.
Information you give to a function to tell it what to do or how to work.
Your mother or father.
A curved bracket ( ) placed around extra information that could be removed without changing the main meaning.
Parenting is the job of being a parent. It means raising children, teaching them, and taking care of…
When two things or people are treated equally and have the same value, power, or pay. Equal standing…
A green place with grass and trees where people go to rest or play.
A funny or mocking imitation of a serious work, song, or style that exaggerates its features to make…
A piece that is one of several that make up something.
A wall or division separating spaces, or dividing something into sections.
Someone you work with, share activities with, or are in a relationship with.
A relationship between two or more people or organizations who work together toward a common goal and share…
A celebration where people gather to have fun, eat, drink, and enjoy activities together.
A narrow hallway or corridor inside a building that lets you move from one room or area to…
Someone who travels in a car, bus, plane, or boat but is not driving.
Someone who walks by a place without stopping, usually not knowing what is happening there.
A very strong feeling or interest in something you care deeply about.
A book or document with your photo and personal information that you need to travel between countries.
A secret code that only you know, which you use to log into accounts like email, social media,…
The time when things happened before today.
A work of art made by mixing or combining pieces from different sources or styles together, often without…
A sweet or savory baked item made with a soft dough, often with butter, that becomes crispy when…
A small code fix released quickly to solve a problem in software.
A narrow way where people can walk, or the direction something moves.
Appeal to emotion; a quality that evokes pity, empathy, or emotional response.
The ability to wait without getting angry or upset.
People who see a doctor or go to a hospital because they are sick or injured.
Shapes or colors that repeat again and again.
A short time when you stop doing something.
Money you give for something you buy.
The money a company pays to its workers each month or week. Also refers to the list of…
Quiet, calm time when there is no fighting or argument. The opposite of war.
The very top or highest point of a mountain. Also the highest level of success or activity.
A juicy fruit that is shaped like a bell, sweet to eat, and grows on trees.
A type of nut commonly used in baking and cooking, popular in American desserts like pecan pie.
The methods and practices used to teach students. It is the study of how to teach and what…
A brief hidden look at something, usually done quickly and carefully.
A magical white horse with wings from ancient Greek stories, now used as a symbol of creativity and…
A tool you use to write or draw on paper with ink. Also a small fenced area for…
A strong liking or love for something. A particular thing you really enjoy doing or having.
A tool for writing and drawing with a thin dark core inside. The marks can be rubbed away…
The smallest coin in American money, worth one cent or one hundredth of a dollar.
More than one human being; a group of humans.
A hot spice used to flavor food, or a colorful vegetable used in cooking.
One out of every hundred parts; shown with the % symbol.
A result shown as a percent, written with the % symbol or as a number out of 100.
A show or play; the way someone does something.
Any amount of time; a portion of time from start to finish.
A sudden, shocking twist in a story where everything changes; a complete reversal of fortune for a character.
Approval from someone to let you do something.
A piece of paper from authority that says you are allowed to do something.
One human; a single individual.
An imaginary customer that represents a group of real customers. It includes age, job, goals, problems, and buying…
The way a person acts, thinks, and feels that makes them different from other people.
Attribution of human qualities
A way of thinking about something or looking at a situation that depends on your own beliefs and…
A poison or chemical spray used to kill insects and pests that damage plants or carry diseases. Farmers…
An animal you keep at home as a companion because you like it.
A shop where a pharmacist prepares and sells medicines. You can buy both prescription and non-prescription drugs there.
A period of time during which something happens or changes in a particular way.
A philosophy that studies how things appear to consciousness and how we experience the world; it focuses on…
Something unusual or interesting that happens and can be noticed or studied.
The study of ideas about life, knowledge, right and wrong, and how people should live.
Tricks used by criminals to steal passwords and personal information through fake emails or websites.
A legendary bird from ancient mythology that dies in fire and comes back to life from ashes. Used…
A portable device you use to call or text other people. It lets you talk to someone far…
A picture taken with a camera. You can print it or save it on your computer.
A formal word for a picture taken with a camera. It shows a moment in time frozen forever.
A few words that go together and have a meaning. A phrase is shorter than a sentence.
Physiotherapy is a type of medical treatment that uses movement, exercise, and massage to help people recover from…
A big instrument with many keys that makes music when you press them.
An image of something, made with paint, pencil, or a camera.
A single part that you get when you break or cut something larger into smaller parts.
A medium-sized farm animal that is pink or brown and has a short curly tail.
A lot of things stacked or placed on top of each other in one place.
A journey to a special religious place that is important to someone's faith.
A person whose job is to fly airplanes or steer ships in the ocean or rivers.
A small thin metal stick with a sharp point that holds papers or cloth together.
A unit of measurement for liquid volume, commonly used for milk and beer.
A tube made of metal or plastic that carries water, oil, or gas from one place to another.
All the possible deals a sales team is working on, arranged by how close they are to being…
How high or low a sound is in music; the frequency of a sound wave.
A specific spot or location where something is or happens.
Copying someone else's work and claiming it is your own without giving them credit.
A decision about what you will do and when you will do it.
A large vehicle that flies in the sky and carries people or things.
A round object in space that moves around the sun, like Earth or Mars.
A living thing with green leaves that grows from the ground.
A green or yellow fruit like a banana that must be cooked and is eaten as a vegetable…
A man-made material used to make bags, bottles, and many other things.
A flat dish you put food on to eat from it.
A raised flat surface where people stand, or a system that allows activities to happen.
The quality of seeming reasonable and believable; appearing probable or likely.
A story performed by actors on stage, with dialogue and action.
Someone who takes part in a game or plays music.
A list of songs or videos that you choose and save together so you can play them in…
The good feeling you get when you enjoy something.
More than enough of something.
A secret plan to do something, or the story of a book or film.
A clever trick or plan to fool someone or gain advantage. Usually involves some deception or manipulation.
An add-on program that you install into a larger program to give it new abilities or features.
A philosophical view that reality comprises many different substances or types of things, not just one.
A government run by the richest people in society who use their wealth to control politics and policy.
A small space in your pants or shirt where you can keep things like keys or money.
Creative writing with lines and patterns that sound nice, often with rhyming words at the end.
Someone who writes poems and creative verses to express feelings and ideas beautifully.
A result where justice is served in a particularly fitting or satisfying way, often in an ironic or…
The art and craft of writing poems that use beautiful language and special sound patterns.
The most important idea or reason for doing something.
A marker that shows where data is stored in computer memory.
A harmful or deadly substance that enters the body through eating, drinking, or touching
A strong argument or attack against someone's ideas; a harsh criticism written or spoken.
Officers and organization that enforce laws and keep people safe.
A set of rules or decisions made by a government or organization to guide actions.
Someone who works in government or in politics. Politicians run the country and make decisions for society.
The activities and decisions of government and politicians. Politics involves elections, laws, parties, and power.
When harmful chemicals or waste get into the environment. Pollution from cars and factories makes air and water…
When one thing can appear in different ways or work with different types of data in programming.
A place to swim with water. Can also mean people or things collected together for sharing.
All the people who live in a particular area, country, or place counted together.
A bigger spiky animal covered with long needle-like quills that detach when threatened.
The meat that comes from a pig and is eaten as food.
A sea animal like a small dolphin with a shorter, rounder nose and stockier body.
A place by the sea where boats stop to pick up and drop off things and people
All the investments someone owns. If you own 10 stocks, 5 bonds, and some real estate, your portfolio…
An amount of food or other thing that is given to one person
The place where someone or something is, or a job that someone has
How customers think about your brand compared to competitors. It's about the image and place you want your…
Something that could happen or could be true. The chance that something occurs.
A tall piece of material stuck in the ground. A pole or stick that stands up.
A cultural and philosophical movement that challenges the idea that there is one stable truth or meaning; emphasizes…
A cooking container for food or boiling water.
A round brown or white vegetable that grows in soil.
The ability or possibility to become or achieve something.
A unit used to measure how heavy something is.
Not having enough money or resources to meet basic needs.
The strength or ability to make things happen or control things.
Doing something many times to get better at it, or a usual way of doing things.
A practical approach that judges ideas based on whether they work in real situations rather than pure theory.
Words you say to God to ask for help, give thanks, or show respect.
A green insect with long legs held like hands in prayer. It eats other insects quickly.
How exact and detailed something is. Precision means consistency and refinement.
Something that exists or happens before something else and indicates what comes next.
A strong liking for something; something you prefer and tend to choose over other options.
Something that makes you more likely to get a disease or have a certain characteristic. Your body or…
The time when a woman is going to have a baby inside her body.
Disliking someone or something before you really know them, usually based on their group or background rather than…
Something that comes before a major event and suggests what will happen next.
The very first time a movie, play, or show is shown to an audience. Usually an important event…
A statement used as a foundation in an argument that supposedly leads to a conclusion; the starting point…
When something takes up most of your attention and thinking. You are so absorbed in it that you…
Something required first; a necessary condition that must be met before something else.
A doctor's written order for medicine you need to take.
When someone is in a place or situation; being there physically.
Something you give to someone as a gift for a special occasion.
Gifts you give or receive, like on birthdays.
The leader of a country, company, or organization.
News organizations and journalists who write stories and report information.
The force pressing on something; or stress and tension that affects a person.
An animal that is hunted by a predator.
How much money you need to pay to buy something.
A religious person who leads worship services and conducts ceremonies in a church or temple.
A son of a king or queen; a male royalty person in a kingdom.
A daughter of a king or queen; a female royalty person in a kingdom.
The person who leads a school.
A basic rule or truth that explains how something works.
The most important thing that needs to be done or dealt with before other things.
A place where criminals are kept locked up by the government as punishment for breaking the law.
Something valuable won in a contest or given as a reward.
The likelihood or chance that something will happen; a mathematical measure of likelihood.
A difficult situation that needs a solution or answer.
A set of steps or rules that must be followed to do something correctly.
A sequence of events or changes that happen over time to produce something.
A natural tendency or habit, usually something bad or negative. A strong tendency to do something (often something…
A thing produced or manufactured, usually to be sold to customers.
The act of making goods or the amount of goods made in a factory or farm.
A job that requires special training or education, like doctor or teacher.
A teacher at a university who teaches students advanced subjects and often does research.
A description or collection of information about a person, often online or in a document.
The money a business or person keeps after paying all costs and expenses.
A doctor's forecast about how an illness will develop and whether the patient will recover.
A schedule of activities or a set of computer instructions that control how a computer works.
Gradual improvement or movement forward toward something you want to achieve.
Moving forward step by step, one stage after another.
Work that you plan and do over a period of time, with a specific aim or goal.
A storytelling technique where something that will happen later is mentioned or shown earlier in the story.
An introduction or opening to a play, book, or other work; often a separate section that comes before…
When your company gives you a better job with more pay and responsibility.
Facts or evidence that show something is definitely true or really happened.
A natural tendency or habit you have. A strong likelihood that you will do or be something.
Something that belongs to someone.
Someone who says God speaks to them and tells what will happen in the future.
A statement that claims something is true or false, which can be evaluated as either true or false.
A person or company you think might want to buy what you sell. Someone who could become a…
An official document that tells potential investors all the important information about a company or investment before they…
When you keep something safe from being hurt or damaged.
A government's policy of protecting its own businesses by taxing foreign goods and limiting imports to keep foreign…
When people gather to show they strongly disagree with something.
A Christian who follows a faith branch that broke away from the Catholic Church in the 1500s.
An agreed-upon set of rules that computers follow to communicate with each other reliably.
A short, memorable saying that teaches a lesson or truth, usually passed down through culture and used to…
An area within a country that has its own local government and administration.
The human soul, mind, or inner consciousness; the psychological center of a person.
A doctor who specializes in treating mental health problems and can prescribe medicines.
Data about what consumers think, value, and believe—not just who they are, but why they make purchases.
A professional trained to understand behavior and treat mental health problems, but cannot prescribe medicine.
The science that studies how people think, feel, and behave. Why humans do what they do and how…
Someone who doesn't feel empathy for others and may manipulate people without guilt.
A printed or online document like a book, magazine, or newspaper that is distributed to readers.
A person or business that takes written work and produces printed or digital copies for people to buy…
A force or action that draws something closer or creates attraction.
A machine that pushes liquid or air from one place to another.
A penalty or consequence given to someone who did something wrong.
Why something is made or done; what you want to achieve with something.
An organized effort or strong attempt to achieve a goal or change something.
A game or problem that requires you to think carefully to solve it. Like a jigsaw puzzle or…
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A fake doctor or person who pretends to have skills they don't actually have
A muddy swamp where it's easy to get stuck; also used for confusing or difficult situations
The subjective feeling of an experience; what it's like to see a color or taste something.
A certificate or skill showing you are trained to do something.
How good or bad something is; the degree of excellence of a thing.
A feeling of worry or doubt about whether something is right
A confusing situation where it's hard to know what to do
When the central bank buys large amounts of bonds and securities to put more money into the economy.…
The amount of something; how much or how many you have.
A period of separation to stop a disease from spreading
An angry argument or fight between people
A unit of measurement for liquids; one quart equals 2 pints or about 1 litre.
One fourth of something; or a three-month period; or a section of a city.
A hard rock or crystal used to make glass and clocks
A woman who rules a country or is married to a king.
A long search or journey to find or achieve something important
Something you ask someone to get an answer or information.
A system where items are processed in the order they arrive, like a waiting line.
A type of pie made with eggs and cream, often with cheese or meat
Sand mixed with water that sucks things down; also used for tricky situations
Informal British word for a pound of money. Used in casual conversation.
A state of quietness and peacefulness
A large feather used for writing, especially in old times
A thick blanket made from fabric layers sewn together
The absolute best or purest version of something that shows what it really is.
A clever or funny remark or joke
An unusual or strange habit or characteristic that makes someone different
The minimum number of people needed for a meeting to be official
A goal or target amount that someone must reach. A sales person might have a quota of selling…
The number you get when you divide one number by another
Nouns that Start with R (109)
A small animal with long ears that lives in holes and eats vegetables.
People who share common ancestors, cultural background, and often physical features from the same region.
An athletic or sport contest where people compete to reach a finish line first.
A machine that picks up radio signals and plays music, news, and other programs through speakers.
A line from the circle's center point outward to the edge.
A pair of steel bars forming a track on which trains move smoothly from one place to another.
Water that falls from the sky during wet weather, filling rivers and helping plants grow.
More money you earn at your job.
An indirect result or consequence that can have complicated effects on other things.
Different things that go from one extreme to another.
Your level or position among other people.
Malware that locks your files and demands money to unlock them.
How much of something for each unit (like price per item or speed per hour).
A way of comparing two numbers or amounts. If you have 3 boys and 2 girls, the ratio…
A philosophical view that reason and logic are the main sources of knowledge, not just experience.
A big black bird larger than a crow with a heavier beak and deeper call.
A response or behavior that happens because of something someone does or says.
Someone who reads or enjoys reading books and written material.
Looking at words and understanding what they mean; the action of read.
An artistic movement that aimed to show life as it really is, depicting ordinary people and actual social…
What is true and real; not imagination or dreams.
A person who helps people buy, sell, or rent houses and other properties. Realtors have licenses and represent…
The cause or explanation why something happens or is true.
A piece of paper that shows what you bought and how much you paid at a shop or…
A time when the economy shrinks, businesses fail, and people lose jobs.
Written instructions that tell you what ingredients to use and how to cook something.
The process of checking that two financial records match and balance each other.
Information that is written down or saved so that it can be looked at again later.
The process of becoming healthy or normal again after being sick or having problems.
Things you do for fun and to relax when you are not working, like sports, games, or hobbies.
When a function solves a problem by calling itself with a smaller version of the problem.
Converting used items and waste into new things instead of throwing them away.
Having backup parts or copies so that if one breaks, the system still works without stopping.
A round object (like a cylinder) that holds and turns wound rope, film, or thread.
When you mention something to give proof or support.
Money that a shop gives back to you when you return something you bought.
A system of government or rule, often used when talking about strict or controlling governments. Also means any…
A large area of land that is different from other areas.
Going back to an earlier or less developed stage, moving in reverse.
An official rule made by government or organization that people must follow.
Rehabilitation is the process of helping someone recover from an injury, illness, or addiction to return to normal…
A connection between things or people; family members or how people know each other.
A connection between people, like friendship or being family members together.
Someone in your family, like a cousin, aunt, or grandparent.
A philosophical view that truth and values are not absolute but depend on perspective, culture, or circumstances.
A version of a computer program that is ready and given to users.
A person's beliefs and practices about god and the world.
Moving from one place to another; in a job context, being transferred to work at a different location.
Something you say or write about a person or thing.
Something that helps you remember to do something or remember a fact. For example, a note, a message,…
Money sent from one place to another, especially by workers abroad sending money home to their families.
A meeting that two or more people arrange to happen at a specific time and location.
A property that you can rent. It could be an apartment, house, car, or any item rented for…
A result that happens as an indirect effect of something, usually something not immediately obvious.
A complete copy of data kept on another server so systems stay working if one fails.
Written or spoken information about what happened or was found.
Someone who writes articles, takes photographs, or presents news for newspapers, television, or websites.
A place on the internet where all the code for a project is saved and organized, so team…
Careful study to find out new information about something.
Someone whose job is to study and investigate topics carefully to find new facts or knowledge.
When you book something ahead of time, like a restaurant table or hotel room, to make sure it's…
The place where you live. Can be a house, apartment, or any building you call home.
When someone officially tells their employer they will stop working there.
The ability to bounce back and get strong again after something bad happens. It's about not staying down…
Refusing to accept something, or the power to endure damage or harm.
A firm decision you make to do something, or the solving of a problem.
Something you have available to use: money, time, skills, materials.
An answer or reaction to a question, event, or situation.
Time to relax, recover, and regain energy after work or activity.
A place where you go to eat food that is cooked and served by staff.
What happens after something else. The outcome you get from doing something.
The business of selling products to customers in stores or online, rather than selling them in large quantities…
Keeping your existing customers happy so they keep buying from you. It's usually cheaper to keep customers than…
A meeting where a team discusses what they did well, what they struggled with, and how to work…
A reunion is when people meet again after being separated for a long time. Family reunions bring relatives…
Something secret or hidden that is suddenly made known; an important discovery or truth that was not obvious…
Money that a company earns from selling products or services. The total amount of money coming in, not…
A sudden, complete change or overthrow of a government or system. Major change that happens quickly.
A very large, heavy animal with tough gray skin and a distinctive horn, living in wild African and…
A repeated pattern of beats or sounds that makes music or speech sound natural and flowing.
A grain food that comes from a plant and is cooked by boiling in water. It is eaten…
A clever question or saying that tests whether you can figure out the answer. It's designed to trick…
Something you are allowed to have or do. A fair claim.
A round band you wear on your finger.
The chance that something bad or unwanted might happen.
A special formal ceremony, often religious.
A long flowing body of water that moves toward the ocean or a lake.
A path with a hard surface for cars and trucks to drive on.
Taking something valuable from someone by using violence or threats. This is different from theft, which doesn't involve…
A hard piece of stone found on the ground or in the earth.
The amount of profit you make from money you invest. If you invest $100 and make $20 profit,…
A part or character you play in a movie or play, or the job or purpose you have…
Returning software or systems to an earlier working version.
An artistic and cultural movement that emphasized feeling, imagination, and nature over reason, celebrating passion and individual emotion.
The top outside part of a building that keeps rain and sun away.
A separate space inside a building where you can do things like sleep, work, or eat.
The part of a plant that goes into the soil to get water and food for the plant.
A thick string made of twisted material used to tie things or pull things.
A beautiful flower with a sweet smell and prickly green stem, often red, pink, or white.
The way you travel from one place to another place.
A machine that connects your computers and phones to the internet and lets them share the connection and…
The regular and usual way you do things every day.
Things or people arranged in a straight line next to each other.
A flexible material used to make erasers, balls, and other products.
Things that are no longer wanted and are thrown in the trash.
A standard or law that people must follow.
A period of physical activity where you move fast on your legs; or how far you travel when…
The time when a program is actually running, or the system that makes programs run.
A clever trick used to fool someone.
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A long break from work (weeks or months) that some companies allow employees to take for learning, rest,…
A trip to see wild animals in their natural habitat, most commonly in African countries.
a heavy metal container with a lock where you keep important or expensive things protected
The state of being protected from harm or danger; when something is not likely to hurt you.
A long story about events happening over many years, often told within a family or community; a sprawling…
A healthy meal or side dish made from vegetables that are usually eaten cold and covered with sauce.
Money that a person earns from their job, paid regularly by their employer.
When a store sells products to customers, or when prices are reduced to sell more items quickly.
a big fish with orange-pink meat that swims in rivers and oceans
A white mineral powder that tastes salty and is used to flavor food and preserve meat or vegetables.
A small amount of something used as an example.
In Buddhism, the endless cycle of birth, death, and rebirth driven by desire and suffering.
Punishments one country imposes on another, usually by restricting trade or freezing money to force it to change…
Small grains of rock on the beach.
Wisdom and intelligence; the ability to think deeply and make good judgments.
Saying the opposite of what you mean in a way that mocks or criticizes someone; biting mockery disguised…
Slices of fresh raw fish, typically served cold with soy sauce and wasabi condiments.
An object that moves around a larger object in space.
A type of writing or art that mocks people, ideas, or institutions to criticize them, often using exaggeration…
In Zen Buddhism, sudden awakening or enlightenment; sudden direct insight into reality's true nature.
A flavorful liquid or mixture you add to food for taste and moisture.
A deep feeling of sad longing or yearning for something lost, absent, or impossible to have.
Money you keep instead of spending, or rescue from danger.
Savings is money that you put aside and keep instead of spending it. People usually keep their savings…
How easily a system can grow to handle more users, data, or requests without breaking down.
A device for weighing things, or a series of levels or sizes.
A company that has grown past its startup stage and is now expanding quickly, with larger revenues and…
A young onion with white and green parts that is eaten fresh in salads or cooked as a…
A moment in a movie or play, or something you see happening.
A smell that you notice, often from flowers, perfume, or food.
The feeling of happiness or satisfaction when someone else experiences misfortune or embarrassment.
A list or plan that shows when things will happen or when you need to do something.
A blueprint showing how data is organized and what type each field should be.
A plan or program designed to achieve something, sometimes suggesting it might be dishonest.
A person who knows a lot about a subject from studying it carefully, or a smart student given…
Money given by organizations to help students pay for school or university.
A place where children and students go to learn from teachers during the day.
The study of nature and how things work using tests and observation to discover facts.
A person who works in science and performs experiments to study nature.
The range or limits of what something covers. How much or how far something goes. The space or…
The number of points you earn in a game or test.
A device you look at to watch movies, play games, or use a computer.
A method where teams work in short cycles to build and improve products quickly with regular feedback.
A package that includes ready-made code, examples, and guides to help you build apps for a service or…
A large area of salt water with land around it.
Food that comes from the ocean, like fish, shrimp, crabs, and other sea creatures that people eat.
The line connecting two pieces of material stitched together in clothing or fabric.
Multiple large bodies of salt water, such as the Mediterranean Sea or Caribbean Sea.
One of the four parts of the year with different weather and daylight.
A place where you sit, like a chair or bench.
A very short unit of time; sixty seconds make one minute.
A person who works in an office, answering phones, writing letters, and organizing schedules.
One part of a larger whole; a distinct portion.
A particular industry or economic area (e.g., technology, healthcare, finance).
Financial documents you buy and sell to make money. Stocks (owning part of a company) and bonds (lending…
The state of being safe and protected from harm.
The tiny part of a plant that you put in soil to grow a new plant.
A specific group of customers with similar needs, age, location, or interests. Dividing customers into segments helps companies…
You as an individual; your own mind and body.
The meaning of words and how language conveys ideas.
A game or match played before the final round to decide which players will compete in the championship…
A group of elected representatives who make laws for a country or region.
A person elected to represent their state or region in government.
One of five ways you perceive the world (seeing, hearing, tasting, touching, smelling); or the ability to understand…
A group of words that forms a complete statement with a subject and verb; or the punishment a…
The ability to feel and perceive things; being conscious and capable of experiencing sensations.
Separation is when people or things are not together. It can mean a couple living apart, or simply…
The wall inside the nose that separates the two nostrils from each other.
A consequence or aftereffect that follows from something; especially medical consequences of disease.
A TV show, story, or series that comes in parts one by one, not all at once.
A group of related things that happen or are arranged in a sequence.
Help or work that one person or organization does for another to meet their needs.
A period of time when a group meets to do something together, or when you do an activity.
A group of things that belong together or are used together because they have something in common.
A complete arrangement of equipment or system parts that work together.
Money that a company gives to an employee when they are fired or laid off. It is compensation…
Whether someone or an animal is male or female; the physical difference between males and females.
A dark area where the sun is blocked by something; cooler darkness under a tree or umbrella.
The dark shape you see on the ground or a wall when something blocks the sunlight.
A type of onion that is smaller and tastes sweeter, often used in cooking and salads.
An uncomfortable feeling when you believe you have done something bad or embarrassing that others may judge.
The outer form or outline of a thing; what something looks like based on its edges and size.
A piece of a large database split across different servers so data is stored and retrieved faster.
Someone who owns shares/stock in a company. Shareholders own a piece of the company and can vote on…
A word that means a female person or animal; you use 'she' instead of repeating the woman's or…
a tiny house-like building in a garden where tools and supplies are kept
An animal with thick wool that farmers raise for its fleece and meat.
Thin cloth that you put on a bed under blankets and pillows.
A board or flat surface attached to a wall where you can place and store things.
The hard protective covering on animals like crabs, turtles, and oysters that live in water.
A safe place where you can protect yourself from rain, wind, cold, or other harm.
When something moves or changes position or direction.
A large boat that carries people or goods across the sea.
A piece of clothing for the upper body, usually with sleeves.
Something very surprising that upsets or surprises you suddenly.
A piece of clothing you wear on your foot for protection and fashion.
A place where you go to buy things, or a place where items are made or repaired.
The sandy or rocky area where water meets the land.
An attempt to do something or hit a target.
The part of the body between the neck and arm.
Entertainment or performance that people watch in person or on TV.
A place you stand under to clean your body with water, or light rainfall.
You can buy shrimp at the market as seafood to cook and eat.
A brother or sister; a person who shares at least one parent with you.
The right or left part of something, not the front or back.
Your ability to see things with your eyes.
When you visit famous landmarks, museums, and interesting places while traveling for enjoyment and learning.
A piece of paper or board with words or pictures that gives information.
Something you do or send to tell someone something.
When you fill out a form to join something online or offline.
When there is no sound or people do not speak.
A shiny white metal; precious metal used for jewelry and coins.
Explicit comparison with stated connector
A person who makes music by singing with their voice.
A respectful word to speak to or about a man.
A girl or woman born to the same parents.
A specific place or area where something happens or is built.
The way things are at a particular moment or time.
The number between five and seven, written as 6.
How big or small something is; the measurement of an object.
The belief that we should doubt claims and carefully examine evidence before believing; questioning accepted ideas.
A long flat board you attach to your boots to slide fast down snowy mountains.
The ability to do something competently, learned through experience.
The natural outer covering of your body.
A piece of clothing worn around the waist, usually by women.
The space above you with clouds, sun, and stars.
Something that leans or tilts to one side. Can also mean a biased way of looking at something.
A piece of ground that goes up or down at an angle.
The white or gray gas that comes from a fire or when you burn something.
A long animal with scales that moves by wiggling its body, with no legs.
Frozen water that falls from the sky as white flakes when it is very cold.
A substance you use with water to clean your hands, body, or clothes.
The people in a country or community who share rules, customs, and way of life together.
A person who lacks empathy and conscience, often manipulates others and feels no guilt for harmful actions.
Computer programs you install and use on devices.
The dirt and ground that plants grow in.
A trained person who fights for a country in the military.
A grammatical mistake or breach of proper speech and etiquette; something that breaks the rules of correct language…
A moment when a character in a play speaks their thoughts out loud when alone, revealing what they…
A philosophical view that only your own mind and experiences are certain to exist; everything else may be…
A way to fix a problem or a liquid where something is mixed.
A person whose identity is not known or specified.
A person whose name you do not know or do not mention.
A thing or object that you do not know exactly what it is.
A boy or male child of a mother and father.
Music with words that you sing; a piece of music created to be sung.
A formal poem with exactly fourteen lines; often about love, expressed in a specific pattern of rhyme and…
A clever but false argument designed to deceive through invalid reasoning or rhetorical tricks.
A type or group of things that are similar in some way.
The theological study of how humans are saved or delivered from sin and spiritual corruption; the doctrine of…
The inner spirit or essence of a person that is not physical or material.
Noises or vibrations that you can hear with your ears.
A hot liquid dish eaten in a bowl, made with vegetables or meat in water.
Where something comes from or who provides it.
One of the four main directions; opposite of north.
A small item or gift you buy or keep to remember a place you visited or a special…
An empty area or distance; also the universe beyond Earth's atmosphere.
Emails that you did not ask for and do not want, often trying to sell you something or…
A person who talks, especially one giving a presentation; also a device that plays sound.
Someone with advanced knowledge and experience in one particular area.
A type of animal or plant that can breed together and produce young.
A single example or small amount of something collected for study or to show what a type is…
Words spoken aloud, or a formal talk given to people.
How fast something travels or how quickly something occurs.
A seasoning powder or ground plant material added to cooking that makes food taste stronger or more interesting.
When a company separates one of its divisions to create a new, independent company.
The inner strength or courage of a person, or a ghost-like being.
Accidental sound transposition
An activity where people compete or exercise, like football or tennis.
A small area of color or dirt different from the surface around it.
Your spouse is your husband or wife. It's a formal legal term that applies equally to both married…
The time of year when it gets warmer and plants start to grow.
Hidden software that steals your personal data and online activity.
A shape with four equal corners and sides.
A sea animal with a soft body, eight arms and two tentacles, that can change color and release…
A small animal that climbs trees and stores nuts, with a large fluffy tail and sharp claws.
The quality of being steady and not changing. When something is reliable and won't suddenly fall apart or…
All the people who work at a company or place.
A raised area where actors or musicians perform.
When the economy is not growing and people are losing jobs, but prices are still going up. It's…
A test environment that looks exactly like the real server but is only for checking if new code…
When something stops growing, changing, or making progress.
One of the steps you climb up or down.
Someone who cares about what happens in a project or company because it affects them. Could be an…
A small raised structure you put things on.
A rule or level that is normal and expected.
A bright point of light you see in the night sky.
A country or region with its own government and laws.
Something said or written to communicate information or express a position.
A building or place where buses, trains, or flights regularly stop.
Paper, pens, and other materials used for writing and office work.
A numerical fact or information collected and analyzed to show patterns or trends.
A solid sculpture of a person or animal made from hard material.
Your rank or position in society, job, or organization. Also means what condition something is in right now.
The existing conditions and circumstances; the current state of affairs without any changes.
An official written law passed by government that people must follow.
The hot gas or mist that rises from boiling water.
A very strong metal used to make tools, buildings, and machinery.
One footfall or a stair surface you stand on.
A thin wooden rod or piece of wood from a tree.
anything that triggers a reaction or causes something to happen or become more active
An offensive odor; or when people complain loudly and publicly
Things kept available to sell or use when needed.
Your stomach is where food goes after you swallow it to be broken down.
Stone is a hard material you find outside made by nature, like rocks.
A store is a shop where people go to buy things they need.
A storm is dangerous weather with heavy rain, wind, and sometimes lightning.
A series of events told as a narrative, often with characters and a plot.
An appliance in the kitchen where you cook food using heat.
A narrow channel of water between two pieces of land.
A person you do not know; someone you have never met.
A calculated plan or trick to achieve a goal.
A plan or method to achieve a goal, especially in business, games, or competitions.
Small river or running water.
Watching or listening to videos or music on the internet directly instead of downloading them first to your…
Road with buildings, for traffic and walking.
Power and ability to do hard things.
Worry and pressure from difficult situations.
a long step you take when walking; also means important progress or improvement in something
Thin rope used to tie or connect things together.
A thin, long piece of something like cloth or paper.
One movement of something like a brush, arm, or paddle.
A way of analyzing culture, language, and meaning that focuses on hidden systems and relationships rather than on…
How something is built or put together; the parts and their arrangement.
Someone who goes to school to learn.
A workspace where artists create their work.
Learning about something carefully and thoroughly.
Things or objects you don't describe specifically.
The way something is done or looks that shows someone's personal taste or fashion.
Mental activity happening below your conscious awareness; thoughts you're not directly thinking about.
The main topic that you are talking about, learning, or studying in class.
A smaller section of a computer network with its own address range, used to organize and manage devices…
An agreement where you pay regularly (weekly, monthly, or yearly) to use a service or receive a product.…
Money given by the government to help an industry or activity by making it cheaper or more affordable…
Any material or matter you can see or touch, like water, metal, or plastic. Also means the most…
Something or someone that replaces another thing or person. A replacement or alternative.
The hidden supporting structure that lies beneath the main part of something.
When you reach your goal or do something very well; a positive result.
Pain, sadness, or difficulty someone feels.
Being enough or adequate; having sufficient cause to produce an effect.
The right to vote in elections; the act of voting or expressing political choice through ballots.
A sweet white powder added to food and drinks to make them taste sweeter.
An idea that you give to someone to think about or try.
A set of matching clothes with a jacket and pants worn for formal occasions.
Several rooms that connect together, or a group of matching pieces that go together.
The result when you add two or more numbers or amounts together.
A short version of something longer that includes only the most important ideas. You leave out unnecessary details.
The hottest season of the year when school is closed and people take vacations.
The bright star in the sky that gives us light and heat during the day.
The visible upper part of a structure or the main institutions that form a society.
The meal you eat in the evening or at night. It is usually smaller than dinner.
The top or outer part you can touch or see.
A doctor cuts open your body to fix a problem inside.
Extra amount left over. Money that's left after you've paid for everything you need.
What you feel when something sudden happens that you did not expect.
An artistic and literary movement that explored the unconscious mind and dreams, creating bizarre, dreamlike imagery through unusual…
Being alive and continuing to exist when something is difficult or dangerous.
A Japanese food made with rice, fish, and other ingredients, often rolled in seaweed.
A big fish with a long sword-shaped nose used to catch other fish.
A detailed outline of what will be studied in a particular class or course.
A logical argument with two premises and a conclusion, where the conclusion should follow necessarily from the premises.
Something that stands for or represents an idea or thing.
Understanding and feeling sad about someone else's problems.
A sign that shows you have a disease or health problem.
Part-whole substitution relationship
When two or more things work together and create something better than they could separately. The whole becomes…
A condition or literary device blending senses, like seeing colors when hearing sounds.
The specific rules about how to write code or commands correctly so a computer can understand them.
A group of things that work together as one unit.
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Flat furniture you sit at to eat or put things on.
A striking or vivid scene or picture created by people arranged together; a theatrical presentation of a single…
Kitchen spoon measuring 15ml three times larger than teaspoon
The philosophical idea that people are born with a blank mind and learn everything through experience and education.
A clever plan or trick you use to win or succeed at something. A specific move in a…
The practical steps you take to win or succeed in a specific situation
The flexible part at the back end of an animal's body, often used for balance or communication.
A story that you tell someone, often for entertainment.
A special skill or ability that someone is naturally good at.
A large container, usually metal, used to hold water, fuel, or other liquids.
In Chinese philosophy, the fundamental reality or ultimate principle that cannot be fully described.
Handle to turn for water.
Sticky roll to fix things.
Goal you want to reach.
A tax on goods that enter or leave a country, often used to protect local businesses from foreign…
Work you need to finish.
The flavor you feel when eating food.
A zodiac sign for people born between April 20 and May 20. The symbol is a bull representing…
A statement that is always true by definition or word meaning, like "bachelors are unmarried" or "it will…
Money people and companies must pay to the government.
A car you pay to drive you to places.
A hot drink made from leaves steeped in boiling water.
Someone who teaches students in a classroom or learning environment.
Multiple people who join together and cooperate to achieve something.
A small amount of salty water that comes out of your eye when you cry.
A small spoon, especially for tea or measuring liquids in cooking.
A specific method or skill used to accomplish something effectively.
A system where technical experts and specialists have the power to make decisions and create policies.
Tools, machines, and methods created using science and knowledge to help people do things.
A person in their teenage years, between 13 and 19 years of age.
A teenager is a young person whose age ends in 'teen' — from thirteen to nineteen years old.…
The belief that things move toward a predetermined end goal or purpose; or in history, the idea that…
A machine that allows you to talk to people who are far away using sound or voice.
A machine with a screen that shows movies, news, and programs with sound.
How hot or cold something is, measured in degrees.
A place of worship, usually for prayer and religious ceremonies.
Someone who rents a property from an owner. The tenant pays rent and has the right to use…
A habit or pattern that someone naturally does without thinking.
A game where two or four players hit a ball with rackets over a net.
A container of numbers arranged in rows, columns, and deeper dimensions for math operations.
A special word used in one field, or a period of time like a school term.
A region of land that belongs to a country or that an animal claims as its own.
Very strong fear or something that makes you very afraid.
A set of questions or tasks to check if you know something or how well something works.
A customer's personal review or statement saying the product worked well for them.
Words written or printed on paper or screen. Also a short message sent on a phone.
A book written to teach a school subject like math, history, or science.
How something feels when you touch it, like smooth, rough, or soft. Also describes how something looks or…
A building where you can watch plays, movies, or actors perform on a stage.
The word you use instead of names when talking about multiple people or things.
The main idea or subject in a story, film, or piece of music.
Used when people or things do something to or for themselves, not to someone else.
A country run by religious leaders where religious rules and beliefs are the laws that everyone must follow.
An attempt to explain why evil and suffering exist if God is all-powerful and all-good; a defense of…
A story or account describing the origin of gods and their genealogies; how the gods came into being…
An explanation or idea about how something works, based on study or thinking.
Medical or psychological treatment to help people recover from illness or injury.
A book or digital tool that helps you find words with similar meanings to avoid repetition in writing.
Plural form for pointing to things close to you or already talked about.
A detailed written work based on your own research for a university degree.
Word used instead of repeating names of more than one person or thing.
Someone who takes things that do not belong to them, usually without being seen.
Any object or something you cannot name exactly.
A thing or person that is close to you right now.
More than one person or thing that is over there or talked about before.
An idea that you have in your mind; something you think about.
One thousand means the number 1,000.
A single path of instructions a computer processes at one time.
A threat is a warning that someone may hurt you or cause harm.
Three is the number between two and four.
Your throat is the tube inside your neck that connects your mouth to your body.
The formal chair where a king or queen sits during official ceremonies and events.
How much work or data a system can complete and deliver per unit of time.
An act of throwing or how far something goes.
A piece of paper or digital code that shows you have paid to go to an event or…
The regular movement of water in and out of the ocean that happens twice daily.
A piece of cloth you wear around your neck as decoration or part of formal dress.
The continuous flow of minutes, hours, days, years that measure how long something takes or lasts.
The sharp or thin end of an object, like a pencil or knife.
The round rubber part on a car or bicycle wheel.
The name given to a book, film, or piece of writing.
The legal document or right that proves you own a house or land. Title shows who has the…
A toddler is a child who is learning to walk and talk, usually between ages one and three.…
A small finger on your foot.
A bathroom fixture for disposing of body waste safely.
A red or orange round fruit eaten as vegetable in salads.
The quality of a sound or way someone speaks showing feeling.
The soft part in your mouth that helps you taste and talk.
Heavy weight measurement equal to 1000 kilograms; metric system standard.
Many units of weight; used informally to say there is a lot of something.
A physical thing you hold and use to fix, build, or work on something.
One of the hard pieces inside your mouth used for eating and chewing.
The highest part or surface of anything; the upper side or edge.
A subject people talk or write about.
An ingredient or food item placed on top of something else to add taste, texture, or make it…
A slow land animal protected by a hard rounded shell, able to live for many decades.
A trip where you visit and see many different places, often with a guide.
The business of helping tourists visit, stay, and enjoy places; money earned from visitors.
Someone visiting a place for vacation or sightseeing, not a local resident.
A competition where many players or teams compete against each other in different rounds until one winner is…
A piece of soft cloth you use to dry your hands, face, or body after bathing.
A very tall building that stands alone.
A place with many buildings and shops.
Something a child can use to have fun.
A path or mark from movement.
A tract is either a large piece of land in the countryside, or a small pamphlet about religion…
Buying and selling things.
The difference between what a country sells to other countries and what it buys from other countries. If…
A symbol or name that legally belongs to a company and that other companies cannot copy or use.
Someone who buys and sells stocks, bonds, and other investments quickly, trying to profit from price changes. Different…
Something that families and cultures pass down over many years.
All the cars and vehicles moving on the street or road at the same time.
A narrow path made by people or animals walking over the same ground many times.
A vehicle with many connected cars that runs on tracks and carries people or things.
Learning activities to teach someone how to do something or get fit.
The path that something takes as it moves through the air or space. Or, the direction something is…
In computing, a completed exchange or operation that is treated as one complete action in a database.
An official document from a school or university that lists all the courses a student took, their grades,…
A dramatic or complete change in how something looks, works, or is; turning into something different.
The movement or transportation of people or things from one location to another. The journey or delivery process.
The period or process when something or someone changes from one situation to a different one.
Ways or vehicles that move people and things between places.
The government department that manages the country's money, collects taxes, and decides how to spend public funds.
A serious, detailed book or writing about a particular subject; a formal study or analysis.
Care or methods doctors use to help someone get better.
A big plant with a thick stem and many branches.
The way something is moving or changing over time, especially upward or downward.
A test to check if something is good or works properly before deciding to use it permanently.
A shape with three corners and three straight sides.
Something someone does to fool or surprise another person, often for entertainment or dishonest reasons.
Going from one place to another place and usually coming back, like a vacation or short journey.
Troops are soldiers or military units organized for combat or military operations.
Groups of armed soldiers serving in an army or military force.
Problems or difficult situations that cause worry or inconvenience to someone.
A troupe is a touring group of entertainers like dancers, actors, or circus performers.
a medium-sized fish with spots that lives in rivers and lakes and is good to eat
A large motor vehicle used to transport goods and heavy materials.
An obvious truth that everyone already knows; something so clear that saying it adds nothing new or meaningful.
Facts that are real and correct.
Hollow pipe used to carry liquid or air.
Underground passage through a hill or mountain.
When it is your time to do something, like in a game or line.
When a company or situation recovers from being bad to becoming better. Or the time it takes to…
The speed at which people leave their jobs and new people are hired to replace them; how many…
A slow-moving animal with a thick protective shell on its back, found in water or on land.
A guide or lesson, either live with an instructor or digital, that teaches you how to do something.
A special black jacket that men wear to formal events. It is worn with a bow tie.
Two babies born together from one mother at the same time.
The quantity that comes after one.
A group or class of similar things with shared features.
Nouns that Start with U (18)
A handheld object you open to stay dry in the rain or shaded from sun.
A male family member who is your parent's brother or your aunt's husband.
The basic foundation or support system that something depends on.
When you understand something, you have understanding of it. This is your knowledge about a topic or idea.
Deliberate downplaying of significance
Underwear is clothing you wear under your regular clothes next to your skin.
Unemployment is when people do not have jobs and are looking for work.
A uniform is special clothing that soldiers, police officers, or students wear to show they belong to a…
One thing by itself that is part of something bigger.
Everything that exists in space: stars, planets, galaxies, and all matter.
A school where adults study advanced subjects after secondary education.
When something is shown to the public for the first time, often in a formal or ceremonial way.…
Your upbringing is how your parents raised you. It includes the values, habits, and experiences you had growing…
How long a system or service is working and available. The opposite of downtime. Used to measure reliability…
The person speaking plus other people.
Someone who operates or works with a tool, device, or service.
The name you create and use to log into websites, apps, or social media accounts. It is usually…
An ethical theory that actions should be judged by whether they produce the most overall happiness for the…
Nouns that Start with V (35)
Time off from work or school to rest and travel or do enjoyable activities.
A vaccine is a medicine that teaches your body to fight a disease. It prevents you from getting…
An empty space with no air or matter; also a cleaning device that sucks up dirt.
Someone who has no permanent home and moves around looking for work or money.
A piece of land that is lower than the hills around it.
How much something costs or how useful it is.
Different kinds of things or having many different things.
Plant food like carrots, lettuce, beans, or potatoes that you eat.
Something used to carry or move things from one place to another, like a car or bus.
A tube in your body that carries blood back to your heart; or a thin line in stone.
A harmful liquid made by animals like snakes that is injected when they bite.
The quality of being truthful and honest; accuracy and reliability of what is said.
The appearance or quality of being true or probable; seeming realistic even if not actually true.
A different form or copy of something; especially a new software update or one person's description of what…
Someone who has been hurt or suffered because of something bad that happened to them.
Winning or succeeding in a competition, battle, or conflict.
A recording of pictures and sound that you can watch on a screen like TV, computer, or phone.
The things you can see from where you are, or your opinion about something.
A short, focused scene in a book or film that stands alone and captures a particular mood or…
A small town in the countryside where fewer people live than in a city.
Using physical force to hurt someone, or acting with great force or strong emotion.
A wooden musical instrument with strings played using a bow to create sound.
A good quality or moral strength in a person.
An ethical approach centered on cultivating good character traits like courage and honesty.
A tiny germ that causes infections and spreads between people.
A special mark in your passport that a country gives to allow you to visit or stay there.
Someone who comes to see a place or person.
Vitamins are natural substances in food that your body needs to stay healthy and strong. There are different…
All the words that a person knows and uses, or a collection of words related to a topic.
The sound that comes from your mouth when you speak, or your right to say what you think.
The quality of changing quickly and in unpredictable ways. When something is unstable and unpredictable, going up and…
A tiny mouse-like animal with a short tail that digs tunnels and eats plants.
The amount of something, the loudness of sound, or one book in a series.
Someone who chooses to help others without being paid for their work.
A piece of paper or digital code that you can use to buy something or get a service…
Nouns that Start with W (60)
A Japanese artistic and philosophical view that finds beauty in imperfection, incompleteness, and the natural aging of things.
Payment received from an employer for hours worked, usually paid weekly or monthly.
The middle part of your body between your ribs and hips.
A solid vertical structure that forms the side of a building or room.
A smaller version of the kangaroo native to Australia, with similar hopping movement.
A small case you carry in your pocket to hold money and cards.
A round, bumpy nut you can eat. It has a hard shell and tastes slightly bitter.
A huge sea mammal that lives in Arctic ice, known for its long ivory tusks and loud calls.
A serious conflict in which countries or groups fight using weapons.
notice about possible trouble ahead
An insect similar to a bee but thinner and more aggressive, does not make honey.
Dirty water that comes from houses, factories, and farms that has been used and contains waste. It must…
Portable clock worn on your arm to tell time.
Clear liquid you drink to survive; found in oceans, rivers, and rain.
A turning point or critical moment that marks a major change; also a geographical ridge dividing water drainage…
Moving water that rises and falls on the beach or ocean.
How you do something or the method you use.
Used when speaking about yourself and others together.
Having lots of money and expensive things.
An object used in fighting or war to hurt someone.
Rain, sun, wind, and how hot or cold it is outside.
A small camera that connects to your computer so you can make video calls and record videos online.
One page that you see when you visit a website, displayed in your internet browser.
A computer that holds all the files and information for a website and sends them to your browser…
A place on the internet with multiple connected pages that you can visit, like Amazon or Wikipedia.
Special event where two people get married.
A group of seven days; the time it takes the calendar to go from one Sunday (or Monday)…
The two or three days at the end of the week when most people do not work, usually…
How heavy a person or thing is; the measurement of how much it weighs.
A person's condition of health and happiness; well-being.
How healthy and happy a person feels — in body, mind, and life overall.
Having good physical health, mental peace, and feeling satisfied with life.
Wellness is the condition of being healthy and feeling good in your body and mind. It includes exercise,…
A comprehensive worldview or philosophy of life that shapes how someone understands and evaluates everything.
A feeling of sadness and pessimism about the world, life's suffering, and the inadequacy of reality.
The direction to your left when facing north; the opposite of east.
A question word asking about a thing.
Any thing you want; nothing specific matters.
A round object that turns and helps things move.
A word to identify which specific thing from options.
A strong alcoholic drink made from grain and aged in wooden barrels.
A strong alcoholic drink made from grain and aged in wooden barrels.
A question word that asks which person or what person's name.
A word meaning any person at all, used when it doesn't matter which specific person.
Buying and selling large amounts of products at cheap prices to stores and businesses, not to individual customers.
Used instead of 'who' when the person is the object, receiving an action, not doing it.
Shows that something belongs to someone; used instead of 'his', 'her', or 'their' in questions or to identify…
a married woman, especially in relation to her husband
A wireless technology that lets your phone, laptop, and other devices connect to the internet without cables by…
All the wild animals that live in natural places like forests, deserts, or oceans.
A clever or sneaky trick; a deceptive tactic used to fool or persuade someone.
Air that moves naturally and creates breezes or strong gusts. You can feel it when it blows on…
A woman or girl with magic powers; someone who can cast spells or use supernatural abilities.
When you take money out of your bank account. You go to the ATM or bank and withdraw…
a grown-up female person, as opposed to a girl
Hard material that comes from trees; used for building, making furniture, or burning as fuel.
The job you do and tasks you must complete.
The order of steps and tasks needed to complete a job. Shows who does what and when, from…
All the people working for a company or in a country; the total group of workers.
An interactive class or meeting where a group learns and practices a particular skill or topic hands-on.
Nouns that Start with X (21)
A special light that lets you see through things used hospitals
An imaginary perfect and beautiful place especially exotic luxurious
A fast sailing ship used in the Mediterranean triangular sails
Xenia is an ancient Greek tradition of hospitality where hosts treat guests with respect, generosity, and care. It…
Xenobiology is the study of alien life forms and how life might exist on other planets. Scientists use…
A foreign chemical substance in a living organism doesn't naturally
Xenogenesis describes the birth or creation of something fundamentally different from its source.
A piece of tissue or organ moved from animal one species
A piece of rock from one place that got stuck inside rock
A person who loves foreign cultures and things from countries
A strong fear or hatred of foreigners and people from countries
A style of gardening that uses plants needing very little water
A medical condition where the skin becomes very dry scaly
A dry method of making copies of documents using powder
A plant that can survive and grow in very dry environments
A copy made by a photocopier machine originally brand name
The tube-like parts inside plants that carry water and nutrients
A picture or design carved into wooden block used prints
The scientific study of wood including its structure characteristics
A musical instrument made of wooden bars of different lengths
A natural sugar found in plants that is used food products
Nouns that Start with Y (21)
A fancy boat for recreation and sailing trips.
A root vegetable similar to potato but with more natural sweetness.
In Chinese philosophy, the masculine, active, bright force that balances yin.
The outdoor space around a house, or a measure of distance equal to three feet.
Thick thread used for knitting, or a long story someone tells.
A young animal that has lived for about one year.
A tiny living thing used to make bread rise and beer ferment.
Japanese money, or a strong desire for something.
A legendary creature said to live in the snowy mountains of the Himalayas.
An evergreen tree with dark wood and red berries.
In Chinese philosophy, the feminine, dark, passive force that balances yang.
A toy that goes up and down on a string.
An exercise and relaxation practice involving stretching and meditation.
A thick, sour dairy product made from fermented milk.
A wooden frame that connects two animals so they can pull a plow or cart together
A person from the countryside, often considered simple or not well-educated.
The yellow part of an egg containing nutrients and fat
A very long time in the past; ancient or former times
The time of life when someone is young, usually before adulthood.
A young, educated, wealthy urban professional.
A round tent-like house used by nomads in Asia.
Nouns that Start with Z (26)
Great enthusiasm and effort toward a goal or cause.
Someone who is extremely dedicated or passionate about a cause, belief, or activity, sometimes too much.
A wild horse from Africa with black and white stripes.
The general feeling, mood, or spirit of a particular time period; the characteristics and values of an era.
Someone who appears in many historical photographs or events.
A type of Buddhism focused on meditation and calm peace.
The highest or most successful point of something; the peak of achievement or development.
A soft, gentle breeze or light wind.
A large aircraft shaped like a cigar, filled with gas and floating in air.
The number 0; nothing or the lowest point.
Great enthusiasm and energy; also the colored outer skin of lemon or orange.
Single word with multiple applications
A pattern with sharp back-and-forth angles; to move in this pattern.
Nothing; absolutely nothing at all.
A very large number, much larger than a million.
A metal used in batteries, coatings, and making brass.
A clever, funny, or surprising remark; something that moves very fast.
A device used to fasten clothing or bags using interlocking teeth.
A small red bump on the skin, a pimple.
A musical instrument with many strings stretched across a wooden frame.
A belt of twelve constellations; the twelve astrological signs.
A dead body brought back to life in stories; someone acting like they're not awake.
An area or region with specific characteristics or use.
Rules that divide a city into areas where different types of buildings are allowed. One zone may allow…
A place where wild animals are kept and shown to people.
A green vegetable like a cucumber but softer and used in cooked dishes.
About this list
This list contains every english nouns in our dictionary, organised alphabetically. Use the Filter by CEFR level chips above to focus on words at your level.