9,590 Words Containing "Z"
9,590 words containing "Z" in our 199K-word dictionary.
Browse the complete list of 9,590 English words containing "Z". Each word in the grid below shows its IPA pronunciation, CEFR difficulty level (A1 beginner up to C2 mastery), and a one-line plain-English definition. Click any word to open its full dictionary entry. Use the filters to narrow by length, part of speech, or learner level.
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Analyze /ˈænəlaɪz/verb B2
To study something in detail by looking at each part separately to understand it.
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Brazen /ˈbreɪzən/adj C2
Describing someone who is boldly disrespectful or shameless; acting without proper embarrassment about wrongdoing.
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Citizen /ˈsɪtɪzən/noun A2
A person who legally belongs to a country and has rights and duties there.
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Craze /kreɪz/noun B2
Something that lots of people become excited about for a short time, but then everyone stops caring about. A passing trend.
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Crazy /ˈkreɪzi/adj B1
Very excited about something, or acting in a silly or uncontrolled way. Can also mean mentally ill.
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Dozen /ˈdʌzən/noun A2
A set of twelve items or things.
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Words Containing "Z" by Length
2 Letter Words Containing "Z" (10)
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3 Letter Words Containing "Z" (45)
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4 Letter Words Containing "Z" (144)
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5 Letter Words Containing "Z" (346)
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6 Letter Words Containing "Z" (613)
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7 Letter Words Containing "Z" (835)
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8 Letter Words Containing "Z" (982)
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9 Letter Words Containing "Z" (1,220)
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10 Letter Words Containing "Z" (1,358)
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11 Letter Words Containing "Z" (1,216)
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12 Letter Words Containing "Z" (1,016)
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13 Letter Words Containing "Z" (792)
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14 Letter Words Containing "Z" (581)
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15 Letter Words Containing "Z" (432)
Words Containing "Z" by Part of Speech
Nouns Containing "Z" (45)
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Organization /ˌɔrɡənɪˈzeɪʃən/noun B1
A company, club, or group working together for common goals.
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Dozen /ˈdʌzən/noun A2
A set of twelve items or things.
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Globalization /ˌɡloʊbəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/noun B2
The process by which the world's economies and cultures become more connected and interdependent through trade, travel, and communication.
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Prize /praɪz/noun A1
Something valuable won in a contest or given as a reward.
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Size /saɪz/noun A1
How big or small something is; the measurement of an object.
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Citizen /ˈsɪtɪzən/noun A2
A person who legally belongs to a country and has rights and duties there.
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Magazine /ˌmæɡəˈziːn/noun A1
A magazine is a thin book with stories, pictures, and ads that comes out every week or month.
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Zealot /ˈzɛləт/noun B1
Someone who is extremely dedicated or passionate about a cause, belief, or activity, sometimes too much.
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Zebra /ˈzɛbrə/noun A2
A wild horse from Africa with black and white stripes.
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Zero /ˈzɪroʊ/noun A1
The number 0; nothing or the lowest point.
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Zipper /ˈzɪpər/noun A2
A device used to fasten clothing or bags using interlocking teeth.
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Zone /zoʊn/noun A2
An area or region with specific characteristics or use.
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Zoo /zuː/noun A1
A place where wild animals are kept and shown to people.
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Amortization /ˌæmərtiˈzeɪʃən/noun C1
Gradual payment of a loan or debt through regular installments. For example, paying off a mortgage over 30 years with monthly payments.
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Authorization /ˌɔːθərɪˈzeɪʃən/noun B2
The permission given to a confirmed user to use certain features or access certain information.
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Civilization /ˌsɪvəlɪˈzeɪʃən/noun B1
A society with developed government, culture, and ways of living together organized in a complex way.
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Craze /kreɪz/noun B2
Something that lots of people become excited about for a short time, but then everyone stops caring about. A passing trend.
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Generation z /ˌdʒɛnəˈreɪʃən ziː/noun B2
People born roughly between 1997 and 2012, after the Millennials. Also called Gen Z or Zoomers.
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Gizmo /ˈɡɪzmoʊ/noun C1
A small machine or device that does something interesting. You might not remember its exact name, so you just call it a 'gizmo'.
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Optimizer /ˈɑːptɪmaɪzər/noun B2
A tool or method that makes something work better or faster.
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Verbs Containing "Z" (29)
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Freeze /friːz/verb A2
To become very cold and hard like ice, or to make something become ice.
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Organize /ˈɔrɡənaɪz/verb A2
To arrange things neatly, or to create a team or plan.
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Realize /ˈriːəlaɪz/verb A2
To suddenly understand or become aware of something important.
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Categorize /ˈkætɪɡəraɪz/verb B2
To decide which group or type something belongs to.
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Analyze /ˈænəlaɪz/verb B2
To study something in detail by looking at each part separately to understand it.
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Capitalize /ˈkæpətəˌlaɪz/verb C1
To provide money to start or run a business. When a company is capitalized, it means investors have given it money to operate.
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Characterize /ˈkærəktəraɪz/verb B2
To describe what someone or something is like by their special qualities.
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Commercialize /kəˈmɜː.ʃəl.aɪz/verb C1
To turn something into a business that sells products or services to make money.
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Faze /feɪz/verb B1
To make someone feel confused, worried, or less confident about something.
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Optimize /ˈɒptɪmaɪz/verb B2
To make something work as well as possible by improving it. You optimize processes, costs, or performance to get the best results.
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Utilize /ˈjuːtɪlaɪz/verb B2
To make use of something you have available to accomplish a goal.
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Zip /zɪp/verb A2
To move very fast; to close with a zipper.
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Amortize /ˈæmərˌtaɪz/verb C1
To pay back a loan in small regular payments over time. Or in accounting, to spread an asset's cost over years.
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Apologize /əˈpɒlədʒaɪz/verb A2
To say sorry for a mistake you made.
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Authorize /ˈɔːθəraɪz/verb B2
To say yes officially. A person in authority gives you permission to do something.
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Criticize /ˈkrɪtɪsaɪz/verb B1
To say what is wrong with something or someone; to find and point out problems.
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Emphasize /ˈemfəsaɪz/verb B2
To make something seem very important or to draw attention to something in a special way. To say or show that something matters a lot.
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Epitomize /ɪˈpɪtəmaɪz/verb B2
To be the best or perfect example of something.
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Itemize /ˈaɪtəˌmaɪz/verb C1
To list things one by one with details. In taxes, to list all your deductible expenses separately instead of taking one standard amount.
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Jeopardize /dʒɛpərdaɪz/verb C1
Put something in danger. Create a risk that it might be lost or damaged.
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Adjectives Containing "Z" (11)
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Crazy /ˈkreɪzi/adj B1
Very excited about something, or acting in a silly or uncontrolled way. Can also mean mentally ill.
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Horizontal /ˌhɒr.ɪˈzɒn.təl/adj B2
When a company buys or merges with another company that does the same type of business at the same stage.
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Lazy /ˈleɪzi/adj A2
Not wanting to do much work or effort; preferring to rest instead of being active.
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Localized /ˈloʊkəlaɪzd/adj B2
Limited to one specific area. Not spreading to other places.
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Zealous /ˈzɛləs/adj B1
Very enthusiastic and dedicated about something; doing something with a lot of energy and passion.
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Patronizing /ˈpætrənaɪzɪŋ/adj C1
Acting kind or helpful toward someone while secretly showing you think they are not as smart or important as you.
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Trailblazing /ˈtreɪlˌbleɪzɪŋ/adj C2
Creating a completely new path or method that no one has done before. Being very bold and innovative in breaking new ground.
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Zany /ˈzeɪni/adj C1
Silly and funny in a wild, crazy way.
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Zesty /ˈzɛsti/adj B2
Lively and energetic; also having a sharp, tangy flavor.
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Brazen /ˈbreɪzən/adj C2
Describing someone who is boldly disrespectful or shameless; acting without proper embarrassment about wrongdoing.
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Quizzical /kwɪˈzɪkəl/adj C2
Showing a slightly confused or amused expression; asking a question
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Adverbs Containing "Z" (0)
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How to Use Words Containing "Z"
Scrabble and Word Games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, words containing "Z" can be valuable when you need to play through an existing tile on the board. Higher-tier letters like J, Q, X, and Z multiply your score quickly when stacked on bonus squares — scan the list below for short words that contain them. Two and three-letter words containing "Z" are especially useful for parallel plays where you build along an existing word and earn points for every adjacent tile.
Crossword Puzzles
For crossword puzzles, the most useful entries are mid-length common words — 5 to 8 letters — that fit standard grid patterns. Filter the list by length to match the cells in your clue. Pay attention to the CEFR level: clues from mainstream newspapers favour B1–B2 vocabulary, while themed and cryptic puzzles draw on rarer C1 and C2 words. The IPA shown on each card also helps confirm a guess — a clue marked "two syllables" should match a word with a simple stress pattern.
Creative Writing and Poetry
Writers and poets often look for groups of words containing "Z" to build alliteration, rhythm, or near-rhymes. Sort the list by length, scan the rare and C1+ words for fresh imagery, and use the linked dictionary entries to confirm connotation before you commit. The plain-English definitions are intentionally short so you can scan dozens of options without losing flow.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Words Containing "Z"
- How many words containing "Z"?
- There are 9,590 words containing "Z" in our 199,000-word English dictionary. The list ranges from common everyday words to rarer specialised vocabulary.
- What is the longest word containing "Z"?
- The longest word containing "Z" in our list is "ACCLIMATIZATION" — 15 letters long. Tap the word to see its full definition.
- Are these words valid in Scrabble?
- Most of the words in this list are valid in Scrabble and similar word games (we cross-reference standard tournament dictionaries). A handful of proper nouns and very rare technical terms may not be — when in doubt, double-check with the official Scrabble dictionary used in your league.
- How many 5-letter words containing "Z"?
- 346 5-letter words containing "Z" — useful for Wordle, daily puzzles, and short crosswords. Filter by length above to see only 5-letter results.