Beauty word in english

While languages like Portuguese and French are known for their romantic words and aesthetically pleasing phrases, there’s a lot to say about the beauty of the English language. After all, English has brought us stunning, showstopper words such as incandescent and euphoria, mellifluous and demure. So if you’re feeling inclined to increase your vocabulary while making it as easy on the ears as possible, then you’re in for a serendipitous treat. For 60 of the most beautiful words in the English language, which are guaranteed to make you absolutely ebullient, read on. And for more words to share with your friends, check out The 30 Funniest Words in the English Language—And How to Use Them.

1. Labyrinth

Do you ever find yourself working on a tedious task with many twists and turns? If you’re stuck doing something that’s extremely complex, you can call it a labyrinth. Additionally, any maze or place with «intricate passageways» can be described by this word.

2. Ineffable

Sometimes, almost every word fails. When that happens, you can turn to the word «ineffable,» which means «unspeakable» or «indescribable.» For example, if your feelings about someone are almost impossible to accurately pin down, you can say they’re ineffable.

3. Incendiary

Meaning extremely hot or inflammatory, anything that causes a fire is incendiary. However, when used in contexts that aren’t related to fire, this word can also describe someone who likes to start quarrels.

4. Ephemeral

Things that don’t last forever are ephemeral. From conversations to arguments, some things just tend to be short-lived, which isn’t necessarily a bad thing.

5. Cynosure

Back in the 17th century, the word cynosure was used to describe the northern constellation, Ursa Minor. And while this is still the case now, Merriam-Webster additionally notes that anyone who is the «center of attention» or «serves to guide» is cynosure.

6. Propinquity

Similar to the term proximity, the word «propinquity» is another way to talk about someone who lives near you. Aside from your next-door neighbors and roommates, it can also refer to «nearness of relation,» in terms of kinship.

7. Infatuation

Do you have a really strong desire to be near or know more about someone, you may have an infatuation. You can also use the term to describe your non-human obsession of the moment, whether it’s a TV show or your new puppy.

8. Incandescent

While the word «incandescent» is one way to talk about the electric lamps in your living room, it can also be used in reference to the brightness or someone’s intellect or personality.

9. Eudaemonia

Originated from the Greek word «eudaimon,» the word «eudaemonia» means the state of being lucky or happy. If you’re in a state of general well-being or feeling great joy, this is one way to express it.

10. Raconteur

Are you good at telling a story? Then you can start telling your friends that you’re a raconteur. Even if you’re not the best storyteller, it’s still a fun word to say.

11. Petrichor

The Greek words for «stone» and the «ethereal blood of the gods» combine to give us a perfectly beautiful term for the way the earth smells after it rains. Scientists have spent decades trying to determine exactly why that smell is so pleasing; in fact, two are credited for coining «petrichor» in a 1964 Nature article.

12. Sumptuous

Meaning «extremely costly, rich, luxurious, or magnificent,» the word «sumptuous» can be used to describe anything from a five-star vacation to your favorite fluffy blanket.

13. Angst

If you’ve woken up with a prevailing sense of anxiety about how the day will go, you could say you’re experiencing some angst. It’s not a pleasant feeling, but the word for it, which dates back to the eighth century, does have a certain soothing sound.

14. Aesthete

An aesthete, according to Merriam-Webster, is «one having or affecting sensitivity to the beautiful especially in art.» You might be one if you’re frequently moved by sculptures and paintings…or if you pretend to be for the sake of other people. Either way, the word is a joy to say.

15. Nadir

An astronomical term that’s been co-opted for colloquial usage, nadir means the lowest point, as in the «nadir of her popularity.» Its opposite term, zenith, has a similar appeal.

16. Miraculous

That which seemed impossible or at least incredibly unlikely without the influence of some supernatural force can be described as «miraculous.» Maybe that’s the birth of a child or being able to carry on a morning conversation before a cup of coffee.

17. Lassitude

Suffering from a lack of energy? Describe your tiredness—whether it’s in your body, your mind, or both—with this term, and at least it will sound prettier.

18. Gossamer

One of several definitions of this word, per Dictionary.com, is «a fine, filmy cobweb seen on grass or bushes or floating in the air in calm weather, especially in autumn.» It’s thought to have come from the Middle English term gosesummer, «possibly first used as name for late, mild autumn, a time when goose was a favorite dish.» But it can also be used to refer to anything thin and airy, from a summer shawl to the wings of a butterfly.

19. Bungalow

Bungalow is a cozy word for a specific type of house: usually one that’s either a single story or two stories with a sloping roof. Though there may be additional criteria depending on where in the world you’re using the term.

20. Scintilla

Not to be confused with those furry crepuscular rodents, scintilla means a spark or a trace of something. Perhaps you feel a scintilla of guilt after eating the last cookie, or experience a scintilla of attraction to someone you just met.

21. Aurora

Originally the name of the Roman goddess of sunrise, the word aurora is now used to describe the dawn, as well as the stunning luminous phenomenon that takes place in the upper atmosphere of a planet’s magnetic polar regions. For example, you may have a trip to see the Aurora Borealis as an item on your bucket list.

22. Inure

Not all beautiful words have beautiful meanings. The word inure means to accept or grow accustomed to something undesirable. For example, your family’s constant criticism could inure you to toxic behavior from loved ones.

23. Mellifluous

This lyrical word refers to something that is sweet and enjoyable, especially when it comes to sound. You might find the early spring sounds of chirping birds to be quite mellifluous.

24. Euphoria

Derived from the Greek word for healthy, the word euphoria is now used to describe an intense feeling of happiness or elation. A sense of euphoria may be the result of a fortunate turn of events or an indescribable personal high.

25. Serendipity

You’ve probably experienced this phenomenon more than you realize—remember that time you went on a coffee run and stumbled upon the best chocolate cake your city has to offer? Or when you were cleaning your home and found those earrings you thought were gone years ago? Those happy coincidences are all cases of serendipity.

26. Cherish

The word cherish means to hold dear or cultivate with care and affection. Whether that’s your family, your home, or your most prized possession (or all three!), everyone has someone or something that they cherish.

27. Demure

One of our favorite beautiful words, demure is used to describe any modest and reserved behavior. Etymologists believe it may have been derived from the Anglo-French verb demorer or demourer, which means «to linger.»

28. Elixir

If you’re well-versed in the world of Harry Potter, you probably associate this word with the elixir of life derived from the Sorcerer’s Stone. In the 17th century, alchemists believed it was possible to create an elixir that would turn base metals to stone and allow people to live forever. Today, the word is used to identify a substance that’s capable of changing base metals into gold. You might also use it to describe that cocktail you just whipped up at your home bar.

29. Eternity

Forever; always; a limitless time. These are just some ways to describe the endless and sometimes frightening idea of eternity.

30. Felicity

This one’s just another word for a state of happiness. For example, you might find yourself in a state of felicity the next time you’re surrounded by people you love.

31. Languor

Another beautiful word with a not-so-beautiful definition, languor refers to lethargy or weakness in body and mind. You might experience this phenomenon when you’ve been working too many hours and are starting to hit burnout. All that means is it’s time to use that PTO!

32. Love

There’s way more than one definition for this feeling, action, phenomenon (etc, etc). But we can all agree that the word love is as beautiful as everything it describes.

33. Solitude

If you’re an extrovert, then solitude may not be ideal. But if you’re an introvert, you’ll probably enjoy and seek out solitude, or the act of being alone and away from society.

34. Epiphany

While there are several meanings of this word, most people associate an epiphany with a life-changing realization. You’ll find examples of these in your favorite books and movies, such as the classic scene in Clueless when Cher realizes she’s «majorly, totally, butt-crazy in love» with her stepbrother Josh.

35. Quintessential

Have you ever met someone who embodies all of the characteristics of the city they’re from or the career path they’ve chosen? Then you might have come across someone who is perfectly typical, otherwise known as quintessential. Snacking on strawberries and cream while sipping a Pimm’s Cup at Wimbledon? That’s so quintessentially British!

36. Plethora

This word has two definitions—one beautiful and one not so beautiful. While plethora is most commonly associated with having an abundance of something (close your eyes and picture a plethora of disposable income!), it’s also a medical word that’s used to describe increased blood in a specific area.

37. Nemesis

As beautifully as this word rolls off of the tongue, it is associated with a rival or arch-enemy and can be used to describe inflicting an act of vengeance. That friend-of-a-friend who grinds your gears every time he comes to Friday night drinks? He might be your nemesis.

38. Lithe

One syllable and full of grace, the word lithe is used to characterize flexibility and a slim figure. For example, you may have noticed the lithe ballerinas when you attended a performance of The Nutcracker at Christmastime.

39. Tranquility

Hopefully, you’ll achieve a state of tranquility on your next beach vacation. This is just another word for being free from agitation of mind or spirit.

40. Elegance

Another word that sounds exactly the way it’s defined, elegance is a quality of style and grace.

41. Renaissance

Whether you’re referring to your own personal revival in life or the transitional period between the 14th and 17th centuries, the word renaissance will roll off the tongue and fulfill all of your aesthetically pleasing linguistic needs.

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42. Eloquence

A quality found in the most skillful politicians, this word refers to persuasive expressiveness. Look out for eloquence in the 2020 presidential debates—which candidate’s eloquence will win your vote?

43. Sequoia

These larger than life trees can be found throughout California, particularly in their namesake national park in the southern Sierra Nevada Mountains. Having a hard time differentiating between a sequoia and a redwood (or the Sequoia National Park and the Redwood National and State Parks)? Here’s an easy way to differentiate: if you’re on the coast, then you’re probably looking up at a redwood; if you’re inland, then you’ve definitely found yourself in the presence of a sequoia.

44. Peace

Ever versatile, the word peace can refer to a state of mind, freedom from civil disturbances, or a time without war.

45. Lullaby

There isn’t a better word to describe a soothing melody to get your child to sleep. But this word isn’t reserved for babies—it can also be used as a verb meaning to quiet with or as with a lullaby.

46. Paradox

The beginning of the end. Youth is wasted on the young. These are both examples of paradox, or a statement that seemingly contradicts itself.

47. Pristine

This beautiful word seems to sparkle—and that’s fitting, since pristine means «fresh and clean or as if new.»

48. Effervescent

Here’s a clever new way to describe the bubbly can-do person around your office. Instead of merely calling them fun to be around, you could take things up a notch and say they have an effervescent personality. That simply means they have an appealingly lively quality.

49. Opulence

Do you dream of owning a mansion in Beverly Hills with a Maserati in the driveway and regular shopping trips on Rodeo Drive? Then you might be pining for a life of opulence. Keep on grinding!

50. Ethereal

This light and airy word might remind you of celestial bodies. Ethereal can refer to the upper regions of space as well as anything that is heavenly and unworldly seeming.

51. Sanguine

A complicated and beautiful word, sanguine comes with several meanings. It’s typically used as a synonym for optimism, but it can also describe a blood-red hue or something relating to blood.

52. Panacea

Panacea means all-healing in Greek and, fittingly, Panacea was the Greek goddess of healing. Today, the word is used to refer to something that could fix everything. Imagine a remedy for all of the problems you face on a daily basis—that would be a panacea.

53. Bodacious

While this word is often used to describe a body’s curves, bodacious can also be used to describe something that is remarkable or admirable. For example, a person might have a bodacious energy or a home might have bodacious decor.

54. Axiom

An axiom is a statement that is widely accepted as true. For example, from the Declaration of Independence—»we hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness.» These «truths» could also be described as axioms.

55. Silhouette

Depending on the situation, seeing a silhouette—or the outline of a figure—may be beautiful or spooky. For example, seeing the silhouette of a young couple on a park bench is lovely, but if you see a shadowy silhouette in a house you thought was empty, then you might want to run away.

56. Surreptitious

This word means to act clandestinely or to do or acquire something by stealth. For example, that person at your job who always seems to be working on a secret project might be considered surreptitious.

57. Ingenue

You’ll find examples of this word in classic literature, film, and television. Naive and innocent female characters such as Sandy at the start of Grease and Ophelia from Hamlet are examples of ingenues.

58. Dulcet

This dainty word is another one that seems to describe exactly what it sounds like—which is anything that is generally pleasing. For example, you may have recently listened to particularly dulcet music or indulged in a dulcet chocolate cake.

59. Tryst

This crisp word is usually used to describe a somewhat discreet meeting between two lovers. While technically defined as any sort of meeting or appointment (not necessarily with romantic motivations), you probably don’t want to refer to the next meeting at your office as a «tryst».

60. Ebullience

A beautiful word that’s probably best used to describe a litter of golden retriever puppies, ebullience is the quality of excitement and enthusiasm.

And for how English is used in different regions of the U.S., here are 60 Words People Pronounce Differently Across America.

Использование слов, приятных на слух, делает речь более мелодичной и плавной. Красивые слова привлекают к себе внимание, иногда даже незаметно для слушателя. Многие ораторы стараются использовать в своих выступлениях благозвучные слова, чтобы зацепить аудиторию. Как ни странно, это всегда срабатывает. Поэтому, красивым английским словам место не только в художественной литературе, но и в повседневной речи.

Сегодня мы поговорим о том, какие слова считаются красивыми в английском языке, как они переводятся и что обозначают. Бонусом узнаем необычные словечки, которые используются иностранцами в повседневной речи и не имеют аналогов в русском языке.

Красивые слова на английском языке с переводом

Многие иностранные слова звучат красиво и приятно как для самих носителей языка, так и для тех, кто слышит их речь со стороны. Именно такие mellifluous [meˈlɪfluəs] words, то есть сладкозвучные слова, мы сегодня и изучим.

В 2004 году было опрошено более 40 000 человек с целью выяснить, какие английские слова они считают наиболее благозвучными. В опросе участвовали люди, для которых английский язык не является родным. Вот 10 слов, которые возглавили список:

• Mother [ˈmʌðə(r)] — мать
• Passion [ˈpæʃ(ə)n] — страсть
• Smile [smʌɪl] — улыбка
• Love [lʌv] — любовь
• Eternity [ɪˈtɜː(r)nəti] — вечность
• Fantastic [fænˈtæstɪk] — фантастический
• Destiny [ˈdestini] — судьба
• Freedom [ˈfriːdəm] — свобода
• Liberty [ˈlɪbə(r)ti] — свобода
• Tranquility [trænˈkwɪlɪti] — спокойствие

Позже, редактор журнала Reader’s Digest и известный лексиколог Уилфред Фанк провел собственное исследование, чтобы выявить самые красивые слова в английском языке. Интересно, что в перечень вошло много слов, связанных с природой и животным миром. Вот его личный список:

• Asphodel [ˈasfədɛl] — нарцисс
• Fawn [fɔːn]— олененок
• Dawn [dɔːn] — рассвет
• Chalice [ˈtʃælɪs] — чаша
• Anemone [əˈneməni] — анемон
• Tranquil [ˈtraŋkwɪl] — спокойный
• Hush [hʌʃ] — тишина
• Golden [ˈɡəʊld(ə)n] — золотой
• Halcyon [ˈhælsiən] — безмятежный
• Camellia [kəˈmiːliə] — камелия
• Bobolink [ˈbɒbəlɪŋk] — рисовая птица
• Thrush [θrʌʃ] — дрозд
• Chimes [tʃaɪm] — куранты, перезвон
• Murmuring [ˈməːmərɪŋ] — журчание, бормотание
• Lullaby [ˈlʌləbʌɪ] — колыбельная
• Luminous [ˈluːmɪnəs] — светящийся
• Damask [ˈdaməsk] — дамаст
• Cerulean [sɪˈruːlɪən] — лазурный
• Melody [ˈmɛlədi] — мелодия
• Marigold [ˈmærɪˌɡəʊld] — бархатцы
• Jonquil [ˈdʒɒŋkwɪl] — нарцисс, ярко-желтая канарейка
• Oriole [ˈɔːrɪəʊl] — иволга
• Tendril [ˈtendrəl] — завиток, усик
• Myrrh [mɜː(r)] — мирра
• Mignonette [ˌmɪnjəˈnɛt] — французское кружево
• Gossamer [ˈɡɒsəmə] — осенняя паутинка
• Mist [mɪst] — дымка
• Oleander [ˌəʊliˈændə(r)] — олеандр
• Amaryllis [ˌaməˈrɪlɪs] — амариллис
• Rosemary [ˈrəʊzməri] — розмарин

Нет точных критериев, почему то или иное слово может считаться красивым. При выборе таких слов можно руководствоваться лишь их приятным звучанием, но не всегда значением. Как ни странно, некоторые слова, которые звучат прекрасно, в переводе означают не самые хорошие вещи.

Например, слово rebellion [rɪˈbeljən] означает мятеж или неповиновение, а звучное слово nefarious [nɪˈfɛːrɪəs] переводится на русский язык как «низкий» или «гнусный».

Однако, таких слов не так много. В английском языке достаточно красивых на слух слов, которые и переводятся также изысканно. Больше всего таких sophisticated [səˈfɪstɪkeɪtɪd] words (утонченных слов) связано с universe [ˈjuːnɪvɜː(r)s] (вселенной) и другими прекрасными вещами, которые нас окружают.

• Aurora [ɔːˈrɔːrə] — северное сияние
• Bumblebee [bʌmb(ə)lˌbiː] — шмель
• Butterfly [ˈbʌtə(r)ˌflaɪ] — бабочка
• Constellation [ˌkɒnstəˈleɪʃ(ə)n] — созвездие
• Galaxy [ˈɡæləksi] – галактика
• Meadow [ˈmɛdəʊ] — поляна, луг
• Sunshine [ˈsʌnˌʃaɪn] – солнечный свет, солнышко (как обращение к любимому)
• Sweetheart [ˈswiːthɑːt] – дорогой, любимый (обращение к любимому человеку)

Помимо конкретных существительных, многие абстрактные понятия в английском языке обозначаются красивыми словами. Эти слова были придуманы в ходе эволюции человека, его культурного развития и совершенствования внутреннего мира. Многогранные чувства людям хотелось выразить в словах, и, порой, сделать это получалось красиво:

• Betrayal [bɪˈtreɪəl] — предательство
• Behaviour [bɪˈheɪvjə] — поведение
• Consequences [ˈkɒnsɪkwənsɪz] — последствия
• Delicacy [ˈdɛlɪkəsi] — утонченность
• Desire [dɪˈzaɪə(r)] — желание
• Eloquence [ˈɛləkwəns] — красноречивость
• Epiphany [ɪˈpɪfəni] — момент откровения, прозрения
• Faith [feɪθ] — вера
• Guilt [ɡɪlt] — вина
• Infinity [ɪnˈfɪnəti] — бесконечность
• Innuendo [ˌɪnjuˈendəʊ] — инсинуация, намек
• Inspiration [ˌɪnspəˈreɪʃ(ə)n] — вдохновение
• Oblivion [əˈblɪvɪən] — забвение
• Perfection [pə(r)ˈfekʃ(ə)n] — совершенство
• Pronunciation [prəˌnʌnsiˈeɪʃ(ə)n] — произношение
• Reconciliation [ˌrɛk(ə)nsɪlɪˈeɪʃ(ə)n] — примирение
• Sadness [ˈsædnəs] — грусть
• Solitude [ˈsɒləˌtjuːd] — уединение, одиночество
• Success [səkˈsɛs] — успех

Одним из самых красивых словосочетаний в английском по версии самих носителей языка считается cellar door [ˈselə dɔː] , что переводится как «дверь в подвал». Говорят, это было одно из любимых словосочетаний писателя Эдгара По, которое он называл «чрезвычайно музыкальным».

В английском языке есть много слов, которые передают собой целую гамму эмоций или феноменов. Англичане часто выражают свои мысли достаточно емко и появление таких слов — не самое удивительное явление.

Например, в английском есть красивое слово phosphene [ˈfɒsfiːn], которое обозначает разноцветные круги перед закрытыми глазами, когда мы надавливаем на них пальцами.

Еще есть слово defenestration [ˌdiːfɛnɪˈstreɪʃ(ə)n], которое дословно не переводится, но обозначает «акт выбрасывания кого-то или чего-то из окна».

Слово sonder [ˈsɔn.dər] и вовсе означает момент, когда вы понимаете, что случайные прохожие имеют такую же насыщенную и сложную жизнь, как вы сами.

Hiraeth [‘hiraɪθ] обозначает глубокое чувство тоски по дому и ностальгию по родине. А somnambulist [sɒmˈnambjʊlɪst] — это лунатик, то есть человек, который ходит во сне.

Слово effervescence [ˌɛfəˈvɛs(ə)ns] на русский язык можно перевести как «шипучесть» или «процесс выделения пузырьков газа из жидкости (шампанского или газировки)». Красивое слово petrichor [ˈpɛtrʌɪkɔː] обозначает неуловимый запах дождя, который чувствуется в воздухе. А легкое журчание или шелест можно выразить словом susurrus [ˈsuːsərəs].

Заимствованное из испанского языка слово duende [duːˈɛndeɪ] означает способность произведения искусства затронуть человеческую душу. А вот слово gezellig [ɣəˈzɛləx], которое пришло в английский язык из нидерландского, означает то непередаваемое чувство теплоты и комфорта, когда вы находитесь рядом с близкими людьми.

Одно из самых известных заимствованных слов — doppelganger [ˈdɒp(ə)lˌɡæŋə(r)] переводится как двойник. Оно появилось в английском языке из немецкого.

В английском языке есть слово denouement [deɪˈnuːmɒ̃], заимствованное из французского. Оно обозначает развязку или исход. Другими словами, завершение.

И конечно, в английском языке есть много sonorous (звучных) прилагательных. Например, слово ineffable [ɪnˈɛfəb(ə)l] означает что-то большое и великое, что нельзя выразить подходящими словами. А ethereal [ɪˈθɪəriəl] — нечто неземное, возвышенное, будто не из этого мира. Также, что-то неземное или инопланетное можно описать словом extraterrestrial [ˌɛkstrətəˈrɛstrɪəl] Другие красивые прилагательные:

• Demure [dɪˈmjʊə(r)] – целомудренный
• Dissembling [dɪˈsɛmbəlɪŋ] — лицемерный, притворяющийся
• Fabulous [ˈfæbjʊləs] — невероятный
• Gorgeous [ˈɡɔː(r)dʒəs] — великолепный, прекрасный
• Hilarious [hɪˈlɛːrɪəs] — уморительный
• Insatiable [ɪnˈseɪʃəb(ə)l] — ненасытный
• Magnificent [maɡˈnɪfɪs(ə)nt] — великолепный, величественный
• Naive [nʌɪˈiːv] — наивный
• Pure [pjʊə(r)] — чистый, непорочный
• Sempiternal [ˌsɛmpɪˈtəːn(ə)l] — вечный
• Twinkling [ˈtwɪŋk(ə)lɪŋ] — мерцающий, сверкающий
• Unbelievable [ˌʌnbɪˈliːvəb(ə)l] — невероятный
• Wonderful [ˈwʌndə(r)f(ə)l] — замечательный, чудесный

Необычные слова на английском языке

В каком слове не повторяется ни одна буква, а в каком длинном слове — всего одна гласная? Узнаем ниже:

Almost (почти) — в это слове буквы выстроены в алфавитном порядке. Также, как и в слове aegilops, которое означает растение эгилопс.

А вот в слове strengths (преимущества, сильные стороны) — всего одна гласная на восемь согласных.

В слове uncopyrightable (неподходящий для защиты авторским правом) не повторяется ни одна буква. А вот в слове indivisibility (неделимость) гласная i повторяется целых пять раз.

Кстати, самое длинное слово в английском языке pneumonoultramicroscopicsilicovolcanoconiosis связано с медициной, и в нем 45 букв. Оно было выдумано намеренно и на практике заменяется более коротким словом silicosis (силикоз), что означает болезнь легких, вызываемую вдыханием частиц пыли, содержащей кремний.

Сами англичане шутят, спрашивая, какое самое длинное слово в английском языке. Правильный ответ — smiles (улыбки). Ведь от первой буквы s до последней s — целая миля (mile).

Английские слова, которых нет в русском языке

Культурные явления или яркие черты характера часто порождают новые слова. Такие фразы быстро заимствуются по всему миру и находят применение в разговорной речи. Вот некоторые из них:

Coffee face (кофейное лицо) — лицо человека, который еще не выпил кофе.

To computer-face (компьютеризировать лицом) — делать сосредоточенное и напряженное лицо, смотря в экран монитора, чтобы другие люди подумали, что вы сильно загружены работой.

Book hangover (книжное похмелье) — ощущение нереальности окружающего мира после того, как дочитал книгу, в которую был погружен с головой.

First world problems (проблемы первого мира) — некие трудности, испытываемые человеком в развитом обществе, которые показались бы странными людям из стран третьего мира. Например, нестабильный вай-фай или плохая пенка на капучино.

iFinger — палец, который оставляют чистым, чтобы пользоваться смартфоном, не отвлекаясь от еды.

Gloatgram (Хвастограм) — аккаунт в социальной сети Instagram, в котором автор выкладывает только фотографии из путешествий или моменты роскошной жизни на зависть друзьям.

Like shock — сильное удивление тому, что ваш пост в социальных сетях набрал огромное количество лайков.

Cyberchondriac (Киберхондрик) — человек, который находит у себя симптомы какой-то болезни и начинает судорожно искать в интернете информацию о них.

Baggravation — чувство тревоги в аэропорту, когда багаж всех пассажиров уже прибыл, а ваш еще не выехал на транспортную ленту.

Screenager — подросток, который почти все время проводит в смартфоне или за компьютером. Сочетание слов teenager (подросток) и screen (экран).

Другие слова и фразы на английском, которых нет в русском языке

• Earworm (дословно: ушной червь) — навязчивая мелодия или песня, которая звучит в голове, и от которой сложно избавиться.
• Closet music (дословно: музыка в шкафу) — та музыка, которую мы слушаем в одиночестве и по каким-то причинам не хотим, чтобы друзья знали, что мы ее любим.
• Wallflower (дословно: цветок у стены) — застенчивый человек, который не танцует на вечеринке.
• Refrigerator rights (дословно: права на холодильник) — это выражение означает близкие отношения с кем-то.
• Football widow (дословно: футбольная вдова) — так называют жен, чьи мужья с головой уходят в просмотр футбола на время важных матчей.
• Siblings — общее название для братьев и сестер. В русском языке мы разделяем их по половому признаку, а в английском можно использовать одно слово.
• Grandparents — бабушка и дедушка, также без привязки к полу. Хотя в русском языке есть слово «родители» (parents), для общего обозначения бабушки и дедушки слова у нас нет.
• Serendipity — способность человека делать глубокие выводы из случайных наблюдений. Это слово также употребляется как «счастливая случайность». Например, в предложении They found each other by pure serendipity (Они нашли друг друга по счастливой случайности).

Интересно, что и некоторые русские слова не имеют простого перевода на английский. Так, у нас есть слово «кипяток», которое в английском выражается словосочетанием boiling water (кипящая вода), и слово «сутки», которое можно перевести как day (день), но это будет не совсем верно. То, что для русского человека сутки, для англичанина — twenty-four hours (двадцать четыре часа).

Теперь вы знаете не только самые красивые слова в английском языке, но и некоторые устойчивые современные выражения, которые помогут сделать речь более яркой и разнообразной.

List of  and beautiful words in the English language! Did you know that there are approximately 6,500 different languages being spoken in the world, right now? According to research, the most beautiful languages in the world, include: French, also known as the language of love, due to the way it’s spoken. German, due to the way it’s sung. Arabic, due to the way it’s written. Italian, due to its body language. And English, due to its beautiful backstory.

Although English isn’t considered a romantic language like Portuguese, French and Italian, there’s no doubt that it can be just as beautiful and if you’re looking to expand on your English vocabulary, then you’re in the right place because I’m going to be sharing with you 100 of the most beautiful words in the English language, as well as their meaning and examples.

The Most Beautiful Words in English

1. Miraculous

Miracles of nature or someone who has the ability to create miracles

“Her miraculous recovery shocked the entire hospital.”

2. Aurora

Natural streams of light in the sky

“Seeing the Aurora Borealis in person one day is on my bucket list.”

3. Euphoria

An intense feeling of happiness and well-being

“You are the cause of my euphoria.”

4. Serendipity

An occurrence in an event leading to happiness

“I hope serendipity will lead me to the right place.”

5. Cherish

Protecting and caring for something or someone lovingly

“I will forever cherish this bracelet.”

6. Elixir

A liquid which has magical and/or healing properties

“I have invented an elixir which will give you immortality.”

7. Eternity

A never-ending amount of time

“I could do this for an eternity.”

8. Love

An intense feeling of pleasure and interest

“I absolutely love music.”

9. Solitude

A state of being alone.

“I’m an extrovert, solitude just isn’t for me.”

10. Epiphany

A moment of sudden realisation of something

“When I was 11, I experienced an epiphany that not everyone gets treated the same.”

11. Silhouette

The outline of something or someone standing in front of the light

“I saw a silhouette through my curtains.”

12. Aesthete

An individual which is appreciative and sensitive to beauty and art

“He believes art critics are just a bunch of aesthetes.”

13. Sequoia

A red wooded tree; also known as the California redwood

“I love forests that have sequoia trees.”

14. Sibilance

When a group of words creates a hissing sound

“The phrase ‘seven suspicious snakes’ creates a large amount of sibilance.”

15. Tranquillity

A very calm state

“They closed their eyes and enjoyed the tranquillity.”

16. Loquacious

Being extremely talkative

“I’m usually quiet until I drink alcohol, then I become loquacious.”

17. Plethora

A very large amount of something

“I have a plethora of music to choose from.”

18. Delicacy

Handling something with extreme care

“She handled her baby brother with delicacy.”

19. Blooming

Flourish

“After a dark period of time, she finally started blooming.”

20. Pluviophile

A person who deeply enjoys the rain

“I’m pretty sure I’m a pluviophile, I just love the rain.“

21. Felicity

An intense feeling of happiness

“I was filled with felicity when I passed my exam.”

22. Clinomania

An intense desire to stay in bed

“My daughter definitely has clinomania, she stays in bed all day.“

23. Galactic

The galaxy containing a solar system

“Most of the stars in the galactic atmosphere are billions of years old.”

24. Idyllic

Extremely happy, peaceful, or picturesque

“My balcony has such an idyllic setting.”

25. Incendiary

Something which may explode at any time

“I’m avoiding my sister because she’s in an incendiary mood.”

26. Akimbo

Placing hands on hips and elbows facing outwards

“The headteacher walked in, arms akimbo and yelled at our behaviour.”

27. Syzygy

Conjunction or opposition of the Moon and Sun

“Syzygy of the Earth, Moon, and Sun occurs during every single full moon.”

28. Becoming

Something that is increasing at a higher level

“The number of students not wearing the correct uniform is becoming a concern.”

29. Conflate

The action of combining more than one thing together

“In order to achieve a sunset sky, she conflated the colours.”

30. Umbrella

A circular-shaped object made to protect individuals from the rain

“My mother always reminds me to bring an umbrella to encase it rains, but I never listen.”

31. Nemesis

Another word for ‘rival’

“She was extremely upset when she found out that her nemesis won the competition.”

32. Panacea

A cure to a disease

“Sadly, there is no panacea that will make cancer disappear from your body.”

33. Quintessential

Most essential

“Most people agree that watermelon is the quintessential fruit of the summer.”

34. Penumbra

A shadow-like covered area

“A penumbra covered the whole city after a blizzard.”

35. Ethereal

Extremely delicate and light

“She claimed her sleeping baby had an ethereal appearance.”

36. Vestigial

A part of the body which has become function-less over time

“Penguins have vestigial wings since they can’t use them to fly as they are too heavy.”

37. Murmurous

Continuous low and indistinct sound

“The murmurous haunt of mosquitoes at night.”

38. Lagniappe

A small gift given as a sign of gratitude

“Whoever made a large purchase, would receive a lagniappe as a thank you.”

39. Bungalow

A single storey house

“My wife prefers to live in a bungalow since there are no stairs.”

40. Ratatouille

A popular French dish consisting of various vegetables

“My favourite dish is ratatouille.”

41. Ripple

Small waves

“We couldn’t surf today, since there were no big waves, just ripples.”

42. Scintilla

A tiny amount of something

“Just give me a scintilla evidence and I’ll believe you.”

43. Glamour

Another word for ‘beauty’

“The new girl in school is filled with glamour.”

44. Lagoon

A shallow body of water separated from a larger body of water

“The blue lagoon was filled with tropical fish that swam past the reef.”

45. Lithe

A small and graceful movement

“With one lithe move, he swept her off her feet and they danced all night long.”

46. Aquiver

The state of physically trembling due to cold or fear

“As soon as she went outside, her whole body aquivered.”

47. Mellifluous

A sound that is pleasing and musical to the ear

“The sound he made with his guitar was just mellifluous.”

48. Ineffable

A feeling so great, it can’t be put into words

“After being asked out by my crush I was left in an ineffable mood.”

49. Hiraeth

A deep desire for something to happen

“After 6 months of living in London, Jessica’s hiraeth to go back home only grew.”

50. Nefarious

Something or someone that is wicked or criminal

“The Evil Queen is one of the most nefarious fairy-tale characters.”

51. Cromulent

Another word for ‘adequate’

“I don’t know why, it’s such a cromulent song.”

52. Effervescent

A fizzy liquid

“The Coke was so effervescent, that its bubbles tickled my throat.”

53. Sonder

A realisation that everyone around you is living a complex life, just like you

“As he gazed around the park, he was struck by a feeling of sonder.”

54. Defenestration

The action of throwing someone out of a window

“She was so mad at him for what he had done, all she could think about was defenestration.”

55. Eloquence

Speech consisting of a persuasive tone

“The way she spoke was pure eloquence.”

56. Vellichor

The feeling of being surrounded by books you have no time to read

“Whenever I pass by that bookstore, I get a strong sense of vellichor.”

57. Denouement

A clear ending to a film where all questions are left answered

“The movie ended with a denouement, which left the audience completely speechless.”

58. Incandescent

Strikingly bright lights caused by heat

“I love how bright our incandescent Christmas lights make our home.”

59. Ephemeral

Something which only lasts for a very short period of time

“It was the best day of my life, too bad it was only ephemeral.”

60. Oblivion

A state of being unaware of what is happening around you

“She had no idea what was going on, her mind was completely oblivion.”

61. Phosphenes

A sensation of spots of lights causes by applying pressure to the eye

“Whenever I rub my eyes, I’m left with phosphenes for a while.”

62. Luminescence

The emission of light caused by fluorescence and phosphorescence

“The lights of the Northern sky filled the landscape with luminescence.”

63. Iridescent

Something which has various luminous colours

“Her iridescent bracelet shined brightly under the sunlight.”

64. Illicit

Against the law; illegal

“I broke up with my boyfriend because of his illicit drug addiction.”

65. Bombinate

A loud buzzing or humming noise

“My vacuum cleaner usually makes a lot of bombinate noise.”

66. Limerence

A state of feeling romantic attraction for someone

“Limerence is beyond just a simple crush.”

67. Sonorous

A deep and full voice

“That singer doesn’t even need a microphone, their sonorous voice can fill-up the entire arena.”

68. Epoch

A beginning of a time period in someone’s life

“Riley knew an epoch began when he first laid eyes on the woman he wanted to marry.”

69. Somnambulist

Someone who sleepwalks while they are in a deep sleep

“I think my older sister is a somnambulist, last night I heard her just randomly walk around.”

70. Aesthetic

A pleasant and artful appearance of someone or something

“Her aesthetic really suits her.”

71. Sorcery

The use of black magic

“The evil step-mother used sorcery to trap the princess.”

72. Hullabaloo

A commotion or fuss

“Today at work there was a huge hullabaloo between a staff and a client.”

73. Lyrical

Expressing yourself in an imaginative and beautiful way

“The way he expressed his emotions was almost lyrical.”

74. Balletic

Graceful movements

“The way she danced, was balletic.”

75. Thunderous

A sound which sounds closely related to thunder

“My teacher’s yell was thunderous.”

76. Euphonious

A sound which feels pleasing to the ear

“Listening to her talk is just so euphonious.”

77. Ambivalence

Having mixed feelings about something or someone

“Even though the new house was closer to his job, Andy still felt ambivalence about moving.”

78. Dissemble

Hide your true feelings and/or beliefs

“He planned to dissemble his intentions to surprise his girlfriend with a birthday party.”

79. Ebullience

Feeling cheerful and full of energy

“Dancing gives me such a great feeling of ebullience.”

80. Photogenic

Someone who always looks great in pictures

“She looks perfect in every photo; I wish I was that photogenic.”

81. Vigorous

something involving physical strength and effort

“The way he worked-out was super vigorous.”

82. Dulcet

A sound which is sweet and soothing

“The sounds her baby would make were so dulcet.”

83. Gesticulate

Using gestures to emphasise your own words

“Whenever he’s passionate about something, he becomes very gesticulate.”

84. Saunter

Walking into a room with a relaxed manner

“While everyone was rushing to get to class, Jordan walked in a very saunter manner.”

85. Serene

Calm and peaceful

“The sunrise this morning was serene.”

86. Sumptuous

Something that is luxurious and expensive looking

“The china in the dining room was absolutely sumptuous.”

87. Evanescence

Something which vanishes rather quickly

“I swear sometimes my memory is evanescence.”

88. Cascade

A particularly small waterfall

“The cascade of water was so beautiful to watch.”

89. Succulent

Food which is tender, juicy and tasty

“Just the thought of the succulent steak made my mouth water.”

90. Dusk

The darkest stage of twilight

“We romantically walked along the beach at dusk.”

91. Saccharine

An extreme sweet taste

“The cake was really saccharine.”

92. Summery

Suitable for the Summer

“I’ve decided to wear something comfortable and summery.”

93. Talisman

An object that is believed to have magical properties and bring good luck

“My grandmother gifted me this talisman, I promised to always wear it.”

94. Fetching

Another word for ‘attractive’

“My goodness! You look fetching today.”

95. Harbinger

Someone or something which signal when something is going to happen

“Clouds are a harbinger of an approaching storm.”

96. Redolent

A strong and sweet-smelling fragrant

“The perfume store is filled with redolent.”

97. Lassitude

A lack of physical and/or mental energy

“Lassitude is stopping me from getting out of bed.”

98. Dalliance

A romantic or sexual relationship

“Beverly loves the thought of love so much, she’s continuously getting into one dalliance after another.”

99. Tintinnabulation

A sound which consists of ringing and/or tinkling

“My son tries his best to hear any tintinnabulation during Christmas time.”

100. Synthesize

To bring things together to make one product

“We used the DC arc discharge to synthesize carbon nanotubes.”

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Pretty, Elegant and Beautiful Words

Beautiful Sounding Words

• Serendipity – “luck that takes the form of finding valuable or pleasant things that are not looked for”
• Euphoria – “a feeling of intense happiness and excitement”
• Luminous – “full of or shedding light; bright or shining, especially in the dark”
• Petrichor – “a pleasant smell that frequently accompanies the first rain after a long period of warm, dry weather”
• Mellifluous – “sweet or musical; pleasant to hear”
• Halcyon – “denoting a period of time in the past that was idyllically happy and peaceful”
• Effervescent – “bubbly, lively, and enthusiastic”
• Ethereal – “extremely delicate and light in a way that seems too perfect for this world”
• Incandescent – “emitting light as a result of being heated; passionate, brilliant”
• Nebula – “a cloud of gas and dust in outer space, visible in the night sky either as an indistinct bright patch or as a dark silhouette against other luminous matter”

Elegant Words

• Eloquent
• Serene
• Radiant
• Magnificent
• Exquisite
• Splendid
• Majestic
• Opulent
• Resplendent
• Sublime
• Posh
• Grandiose
• Refined
• Majestic
• Lavish
• Sophisticated
• Regal
• Distinguished
• Impeccable
• Glamorous
• Effervescent
• Luxuriant
• Polished
• Graceful
• Sumptuous

Romantic Words

List of beautiful words that are romantic in English.

• Love
• Adore
• Cherish
• Devotion
• Passion
• Enchantment
• Beloved
• Sweetheart
• Darling
• Honey
• Amour
• Paramour
• Soulmate
• Forever
• Heartthrob
• Treasure
• Affection
• Endearment
• Intimacy
• Romance
• Infatuation
• Flame
• Embrace
• Caress
• Kiss
• Hug
• Cuddle
• Tender
• Gentle
• Attractive

Pretty Words

• Bumblebee
• Petal
• Serendipity
• Luminous
• Butterfly
• Whimsical
• Bubble
• Melody
• Tranquil
• Dewdrop
• Aurora
• Fluffy
• Wisteria
• Grace
• Cupcake
• Halcyon
• Enchanting
• Cherish
• Twinkle
• Dainty
• Ethereal
• Mellifluous
• Bliss
• Glitter
• Heavenly

Cool and Pretty Sounding Words

List of beautiful words that are cool!

• Serendipity
• Mellifluous
• Euphoria
• Luminous
• Ethereal
• Cascade
• Symphony
• Effervescent
• Aurora
• Petrichor
• Incandescent
• Twilight
• Enchanting
• Solitude
• Resplendent
• Lustrous
• Ineffable
• Halcyon
• Celestial
• Quintessential

Beautiful Slang Words in English

List of beautiful words that are slang!

• Bae – “term of endearment for one’s significant other”
• Lit – “exciting or fun”
• Lush – “beautiful or attractive”
• Fierce – “impressive or powerful”
• Swag – “stylish confidence”
• Chill – “relaxed and laid-back”
• Hella – “extremely or very”
• Snatched – “looking amazing or flawless”
• Savage – “cool or impressive”
• Gucci – “good or great”

1. Serenity – “a state of being calm and peaceful”
2. Euphoria – “a feeling of intense happiness and excitement”
3. Petrichor – “the pleasant smell of rain on dry earth”
4. Effervescence – “the quality of being bubbly and lively”
5. Luminous – “radiating light or shining brightly”
6. Ethereal – “delicate and light in a way that seems too perfect for this world”
7. Halcyon – “a period of time that is peaceful and happy”
8. Ineffable – “too great or extreme to be expressed or described in words”
9. Mellifluous – “pleasing to the ear, melodious”
10. Quintessential – “representing the most perfect or typical example of a quality or class.”

Words that Mean Beautiful

Pretty and beautiful words that means “beautiful”

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Words are powerful. They have a way of transforming people and their lives. Words inspire, stir, challenge, move, touch, and intrigue us.

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I’ve compiled a list of unusual words with beautiful meanings that stir my mind and soul. Apart from my favorite beautiful English words, the list has foreign words with beautiful meanings that I learned during my years of travels to different countries. Most of them are simply untranslatable into English but perfectly translate hard-to-be-expressed-in-words emotions.

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Want to add mellifluous, invigorating, heartfelt, and the most beautiful words in the world to your vocabulary? Arm yourself with these unique words in different languages and thank me later 🙂 Let’s get going with these prettiest words!

#1 Mellifluous (adj.)

Pronunciation: muh-li-floo-uhs

Origin: Latin

Definition: A sound that’s pleasing and sweet to hear

#2 Apricity (n.)

Pronunciation: a-PRIS-i-tee

Origin: Latin

Definition: The warmth of the sun in winter

#3 Rakuyou (n.)

Pronunciation: ra-ku-yo

Origin: Japanese (落葉 )

Definition: Golden fallen or shedded leaves

Now that we are talking about our favorite season (Autumn), how can we not talk about the beautiful East Coast Fall Destinations? Nothing is more autumnal than going for a stroll with crisp golden fallen or shredded leaves beneath your feet!

#4 Retrouvailles (n.)

Pronunciation: ruh-troov-eye

Origin: French

Definition: The happiness of meeting again after a long time

#5 Hitoritabi (n.)

Origin: Japanese

Definition: Traveling alone, solitary journey

#6 Luftmensch (n.)

Pronunciation: LOOFT-mensh

Origin: Yiddish

Definition: An impractical dreamer, literally an air person, someone with her head in the clouds

#7 Raconteur (n.)

Pronunciation: ra-kawn-tuh

Origin: French

Definition: A talented storyteller who’s able to spin amusing tales from everyday tales; A person who tells anecdotes in a skillful and amusing way

#8 Sirimiri (n.)

Pronunciation: si-ri-mi-ri

Origin: Spanish

Definition: A light rain; A fine drizzle; Stronger than mist but less than a shower

#9 Rimjhim (n.)

Pronunciation: rim-jhim

Origin: Sanskrit

Definition: The pitter-patter of a light drizzle

#10 Petrichor (n.)

Pronunciation: PET-ri-kuhr

Origin: Greek

Definition: The mild and pleasant smell or scent of earth associated with the first rain after a dry spell

Suggested Read: 14 Beautiful Norwegian Words We Need in English Now!

#11 Morii (n.)

Pronunciation:

Origin: The Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows

Definition: The desire to capture a fleeting moment

#12 Fernweh (n.)

Pronunciation: FEIRN-veyh

Origin: German

Definition: An ache for distant places; A strong desire to travel to far off places; Being homesick for a place you’ve never been; A longing for unseen places even stronger than wanderlust

Read More: Travel Quotes to Inspire Wanderlust

#13 Resfeber (n.)

Pronunciation: RACE-fay-ber

Origin: Swedish

Definition: The restless race of the traveler’s heart before the journey begins, when anxiety and anticipation are tangled together; A travel fever that can manifest as an illness

Related Read: Beautiful Swedish Words

#14 Nefelibata (n.)

Pronunciation: ne-fe-lE-‘ba-ta

Origin: Portuguese

Definition: Literally translates to “cloud-walker”; Colloquially “daydreamer”; One who lives in the clouds of their own imagination or dreams; One who does not obey the conventions of society, literature, or art.

#15 Smultronställe (n.)

Pronunciation: “smUl-tron-‘stel-e

Origin: Swedish

Definition: Literally “place of wild strawberries” a special place discovered, treasured, returned to for solace and relaxation; A personal idyll free from stress or sadness.

#16 Dustsceawung (n.)

Pronunciation: ‘dUst-shA-a-wung (DOOST-shay-ah-wung)

Origin: Old English

Definition: Literally “contemplation of the dust”; Reflection on former civilizations and people, and on the knowledge that all things will turn to dust

#17 Heliophilia (n.)

Pronunciation: hE-lE-O-‘fil-E-a

Origin: English

Definition: Desire to stay in the sun; Love of sunlight

#18 Nakakapagpabagabag (adj.)

Pronunciation: na-ka-ka-PAG-pa-ba-ga-bag

Origin: Tagalog (Filipino)

Definition: Worrisome

PS: It’s hard to pronounce for the native speakers too so don’t worry if you can’t 🙂 Such a variety of pretty words in other languages.

#19 Brontide (n.)

Pronunciation: bron-tahyd

Origin: Greek

Definition: The low rumble of distant thunder

#20 Aesthete (n.)

Pronunciation: “es-THEt (ess-THEET)

Origin: Greek

Definition: Someone who cultivates an unusually high sensitivity to beauty, as in art or nature

#21 Sophrosyne (n.)

Pronunciation: sō-fros′i-nē (suh-FROS-uh-nee)

Origin: Greek

Definition: Soundness of mind, characterized by moderation, self-control, and prudence

#22 Elysian (adj.)

Pronunciation: uh-li-zee-uhn

Origin: Greek
Definition: Beautiful or creative; Divinely inspired; Peaceful and perfect

#23 Mångata (n.)

Pronunciation: moon-gah-ta

Origin: Swedish

Definition: The glimmering roadlike reflection of the moon on the water

#24 Koi no yokan (n.)

Pronunciation: koy-noh-yo-kin

Origin: Japanese

Definition: Literally translates to “premonition of love”; The extraordinary sense one has upon first meeting someone that they will one day fall in love

#25 Abditory (n.)

Origin: Latin

Definition: A place into which you can disappear; A hiding place

#26 Flawsome (adj.)

Pronunciation: flaw-suhm

Origin: coined by the supermodel, Tyra Banks in their show ANTM (America’s Next Top Model)

Definition: an individual who embraces their quirks and flaws and knows they are awesome regardless

#27 Datsuzoku (n.)

Pronunciation: thatza-zoku

Origin: Japanese

Definition: An escape from your everyday routine

#28 Rame (adj.)

Pronunciation: raim
Origin: Balinese

Definition: Something that’s both chaotic and joyful at the same time

#29 Vacilando (v.)

Origin: Spanish

Definition: To wander or travel with the knowledge that the journey is more important than the destination

#30 Lehitkalev (v.)

Origin: Hebrew

Definition: Literally “to dog it”; To put up with a lower standard of uncomfortable conditions of living or travel

#31 Komorebi (n.)

Pronunciation: KOH-MOH-REHB-i

Origin: Japanese

Definition: The effect of sunlight filtering through the leaves of trees; The interplay of the aesthetics between the light and the leaves when sunlight shines through trees

#32 Metanoia (n.)

Pronunciation: meh-tah-NOY-ah

Origin: Greek

Definition: The journey of changing one’s mind, heart, self, or way of life; Spiritual conversation

#33 Peregrinate (v.)

Pronunciation: PAIR-uh-gruh-nayt

Origin: Latin

Definition: To travel or wander from place to place

#34 Perambulate (v.)

Pronunciation: puh-ram-byoo-leit

Origin: Latin

Definition: to walk or travel through or around a place or area, especially for pleasure and in a leisurely way

#35 Peripatetic (n.)

Pronunciation: peh-ruh-puh-teh-tuhk

Origin: Greek

Definition: One who walks about; A nomad; An itinerant

#36 Shinrin-yoku (n.)

Pronunciation: shindin-yoku

Origin: Japanese

Definition: To go deep into the woods for its restorative benefits; The Japanese way of forest bathing as nature therapy for peace of mind, restful sleep, and physical health

#37 Shinrabansho (n.)

Pronunciation: shi-nra-banshoo

Origin: Japanese

Definition: Literally translates to “All nature”; everything that exists in the universe

#38 Flâneur (n.)

Pronunciation: flah-neur

Origin: French

Definition: Someone who saunters or ambles around aimlessly but enjoyably observing life and his surroundings

#39 Gadabout (n.)

Pronunciation: gad-uh-bout

Origin: Middle English

Definition: A person who travels often or to many different places, especially for pleasure

#40 Hiraeth (n.)

Pronunciation: heer-eye-th

Origin: Welsh

Definition: A homesickness for a home to which you cannot return, a home which maybe never was; The nostalgia, the yearning, the grief for the lost places of your past

#41 Toska (n.)

Pronunciation: tuh-skah

Origin: Russian

Definition: The ache of the soul; Longing with nothing to long for

#42 Dépaysement (n.)

Pronunciation: depeizmɑ̃

Origin: French

Definition: Change of scene, disorientation, culture shock; Feeling that comes from being away from your own home country, in a foreign land, surrounded by strangers; The sense of being a fish out of water

#43 Dès vu (n.)

Origin: French

Definition: Literally translates to ” seen as soon as”; The awareness that this will become a memory

#44 Rasāsvāda (n.)

Pronunciation: ra-sas-vah-da

Origin: Sanskrit

Definition: Literally translates to appreciating the taste and flavor of juice; Perception of pleasure; The taste of bliss in the absence of all thoughts

#45 Cynefin (n.)

Pronunciation: ku-nev-in

Origin: Welsh

Definition: Literally translates to “habitat”; A place or the time when we instinctively belong or feel most connected; The artist Kyffin Williams described it as a relationship: the place of your birth and of your upbringing, the environment in which you live and to which you are naturally acclimatized

#46 Safarnama (n.)

Pronunciation: su-fur-nama

Origin: Persian

Definition: Travelogue; An account of the travels

We have a safarnama. Do you?

#47 Saudade (n.)

Pronunciation: ‘sau-“da-dE

Origin: Portuguese

Definition: “the love that remains” even after someone is gone; a nostalgic or melancholic longing to be near again to something or someone that is distant, or that has been loved and then lost

#48 Yūgen (n.)

Pronunciation: yoo-gehn

Origin: Japanese

Definition: A profound and mysterious sense of the beauty and awareness of the universe that triggers a deep emotional response

#49 Wabi-Sabi (n.)

Pronunciation: wah-bee-sah-bee

Origin: Japanese

Definition: A Japanese concept and art of imperfect beauty; The discovery of beauty within the imperfections of life and art; the acceptance of the cycle of life and death

#50 Ukiyo (n.)

Pronunciation: u-key-yo

Origin: Japanese

Definition: Literally translates to “the floating world”; Living in the moment, detached from the bothers of life

#51 Ikigai (n.)

Pronunciation: ee-kee-guy

Origin: Japanese

Definition: A Japanese concept literally translates to “a reason for being”; ‘a reason to get up in the morning’, to enjoy the meaning of life – passion, purpose, something one lives for

#52 Apprivoise (adj.)

Pronunciation: ap-privoise

Origin: French

Definition: Literally translates to “to tame”; To form a bond with one another; to become known to each other through small moments

We are half-way through these best words. Are you also loving these beautiful foreign words?

#53 Wu wei (n.)

Pronunciation: woo-wey

Origin: Chinese

Definition: A Chinese concept and art of conscious non-action; literally translates to “inexertion”, “inaction”, or “effortless action”, or “action without action”; To embrace the flow instead of an effort to achieve a result; A deliberate and principled decision to do nothing for a reason

#54 Còsagach (n.)

Pronunciation: coze-a-goch

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Definition: Scottish hygge; A feeling of being snug, sheltered, and warm, inspired by fluffy rugs, cozy fires, outdoor hot tubs, and wood-burning stoves; Finding comfort in life’s simple pleasures

#55 Lagom (adv.)

Pronunciation: la-gum

Origin: Swedish

Definition: Translates to “in moderation”, “in balance”, “perfectly-simple”, “just enough”, and “suitable”; The Swedish concept of having just the right amount; not too much, not too little, just right

#56 Gigil (n.)

Pronunciation: GHEE-gheel

Origin: Filipino

Definition: The overwhelming urge to squeeze or pinch something that’s irresistibly cute and adorable

#57 Ataraxia (n.)

Pronunciation: at-uh-rak-see-uh

Origin: Greek

Definition: A state of freedom from emotional disturbance and anxiety; Tranquility or untroubled mind

#58 Musafir (n.)

Pronunciation: musa-fir

Origin: Arabic

Definition: Traveler

Here’s a list of amazing places to visit around the world for a traveler (Musafir) in you!

#59 Wayfarer (n.)

Pronunciation: wey-fair-er

Origin: English

Definition: Someone who travels, especially on foot

#60 Absquatulate (v.)

Pronunciation: ab-skwoch-uh-leyt

Origin: North American English

Definition: To leave without saying goodbye; Leave abruptly

#61 Wanderlust (n.)

Pronunciation: won-der-luhst

Origin: German

Definition: A strong, innate desire to travel and explore the world

Suggested Read: 40 Inspiring Quotes about Family Travel

#62 Utepils (n.)

Pronunciation: OOH-ta-pilz

Origin: Norwegian

Definition: Literally translates to “outdoors lager”; To sit outside enjoying a beer on a sunny day

Fancy a beer outside? What’s better than enjoying one under the Midnight Sun in the Finnish Lapland?

#63 Ballagàrraidh (n.)

Pronunciation: bal-la-ga-rye

Origin: coined by The Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows inspired by the Scottish Gaelic word – balla gàrraidh

Definition: Literally translates to the “garden wall”; The awareness that you are not at home in the wilderness

#64 Acatalepsy (n.)

Pronunciation: ey-kat-l-ep-see

Origin: Greek

Definition: The impossibility of comprehending the universe; The incomprehensibility of things; The belief that human knowledge can never have true certainty

#65 Waldeinsamkeit (n.)

Pronunciation: VALD-eye-n-zam-kite

Origin: German

Definition: Forest solitude; The feeling of being alone in the woods

#66 Cockaigne (n.)

Pronunciation: kaw-KAYN

Origin: French

Definition: Literally translates to “the land of plenty”; An imaginary or a fabled land of luxury and idleness

#67 Sonder (v.)

Pronunciation: sohn-dehrr

Origin: coined by John Koeing of The Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows inspired by German and French word – sonder

Definition: The realization that each passerby has a life as vivid and complex as your own

#68 Boketto (v.)

Pronunciation: bo-ke-tto

Origin: Japanese

Definition: The act of gazing vacantly into the distance without a thought

#69 Sprachgefühl (n.)

Pronunciation: SHPRAHKH-guh-fuel

Origin: German

Definition: The character and spirit of a language; An intuitive sense of the rule and rhythm of language

#70 Solivagant (n.)

Pronunciation: “sO-li-‘vA-gant

Origin: Latin

Definition: A solitary wanderer; Someone who wanders alone

#71 Sehnsucht (n.)

Pronunciation: zEn-‘zUkt

Origin: German

Definition: A wistful longing or indescribable yearning in the heart for we know not what

#72 Serendipity (n.)

Pronunciation: seh-ruhn-DI-puh-tee

Origin: English

Definition: To find something good without looking for it; To discover something beautiful by chance or accidentally

#73 Mudita (n.)

Pronunciation: Muw-DIY-Taa

Origin: Sanskrit

Definition: Literally translates to “pure joy”; Sympathetic, vicarious joy; Taking delight in the happiness, success, and well-being of others

#74 Tsundoku (n.)

Pronunciation: tsoon-DOH-koo

Origin: Japanese

Definition: The art of buying books and leaving them unread, often piled together with other unread books; Book hoarding

#75 Voorpret (n.)

Pronunciation: VOR – pret 

Origin: Dutch

Definition: Pre-fun; The sense of enjoyment felt before party or event takes place; joy or pleasure ahead and in anticipation of the actual fun event

#76 Meraki (v.)

Pronunciation: may-rah-kee

Origin: Greek

Definition: To do something with soul, creativity, or love; to leave a piece and essence of yourself in your work

#77 Hanyauku (v.)

Pronunciation: ha-ahn-yoh-kuu

Origin: Kwangali (Namibia)

Definition: To walk on tiptoes across hot sand

#78 Jazba (n.)

Pronunciation: jaẕ-bā

Origin: Arabic

Definition: Strong desire or passion or emotion or sentiment

#79 Drapetomania (n.)

Pronunciation: drap-et-O-mAn-E-a

Origin: Greek

Definition: An overwhelming urge to run away

#80 Querencia (n.)

Pronunciation: kweeuh-ruhn-see-uh 

Origin: Spanish

Definition: A place where you are your most authentic self; A place from which your strength of character is drawn, where you feel safe, where you feel at home

#81 Quaquaversal (adj.)

Pronunciation: kwey-kwuh-VUR-suh l

Origin: Latin

Definition: Moving or happening in every direction instantaneously towards a center

#82 Heimweh (n.)

Pronunciation: heim·veyh

Origin: German

Definition: Homesickness; Longing for home; Nostalgia

#83 Heimat (n.)

Pronunciation: hai-mat

Origin: German

Definition: A place that you can call home; A sense of belongingness, acceptance, safety, and connection to the homeland.

#84 Dérive (n.)

Pronunciation: dih-rih-vee

Origin: French

Definition: Literally translates to “drift”; A spontaneous and unplanned journey where the traveler leaves their life behind for a time to let the spirit of landscape and architecture attract and move them

Does this ever happen to you? I felt that drift when I visited the Vis island in Croatia.

#85 Photophile (n.)

Pronunciation: pho-to-phile

Origin: English

Definition: Derived from the biological term “photophilic” for an organism that thrives in full light, it means a person who loves photography and light

#86 Ecophobia (n.)

Pronunciation: ih-ko-foh-bee-uh

Origin: English

Definition: A fear or dislike of one’s home

#87 Numinous (adj.)

Pronunciation: ‘nU-mi-nus

Origin: Latin

Definition: Literally translates to “divinity”; Describing an experience (mostly spiritual) that makes you fearful yet fascinated, awed yet attracted – the powerful, personal feeling of being overwhelmed and inspired

#88 Schwellenangst (n.)

Pronunciation: ‘shwel-en-ahngst

Origin: German

Definition: Fear of crossing a threshold to begin a new chapter; Fear of new things

#89 Strikhedonia (n.)

Pronunciation: “strik-he-‘dOn-E-a

Origin: Greek

Definition: The pleasure of being able to say “to hell with it”

#90 Vagary (n.)

Pronunciation: vuh-gair-ee, vey-guh-ree

Origin: Latin

Definition: An unpredictable instance, a wandering journey; A whimsical, wild, unusual idea, desire, or action

#91 Livsnjutare (n.)

Pronunciation: lives-noo-tuhreh

Origin: Swedish

Definition: Literally meaning, “enjoyer of life”, This describes someone who loves life deeply and lives it to the extreme

#92 Commuovere (v.)

Pronunciation: com-muò-ve-re

Origin: Italian

Definition: To stir, to touch, to move to tears; To be moved in a heartwarming way, usually relating to a story that moved you to tears

#93 Abendrot (n.)

Pronunctaion: A-bend-rot  

Origin: German

Definition: Literally translates to “evening red”; The color of the sky while the sun is setting

#94 Serein (n.)

Pronunciation: suh-RAN

Origin: French

Definition: The fine, light rain that falls from a clear sky in the twilight hours after sunset or in the early hours of the night; Evening serenity

Read More: Sunset Quotes and Sunset Captions for Instagram

#95 Erlebnisse (n.)

Pronunciation: Ar-‘lEb-nis-e (ayr-LEEB-nis-eh)

Origin: German

Definition: The experiences, positive or negative, that we feel most deeply, and through which we truly live; Not mere experiences, but EXPERIENCES

#96 Astrophile (n.)

Pronunciation: as-trophile

Origin: English

Definition: A person who loves stars

Are you Astrophile? Then, you must take this epic stargazing road trip in Colorado!

#97 Psithurism (n.)

Pronunciation: sith-your-ism

Origin: English

Definition: The sound of the leaves rustling as the wind blows through the trees

#98 Trouvaille (n.)

Pronunciation: trU-‘vI

Origin: French

Definition: A chance encounter with something wonderful

#99 Hygge (n.)

Pronunciation: hue-guh

Origin: Danish

Definition: The warm feeling you get while enjoying the company of great friends and all life has to offer

Discover and experience the Danish concept of Hygge in Copenhagen! Hey, and also take a look at the beautiful Danish words!

#100 Onism (n.)

Origin: Danish

Definition: The awareness of how little of the world you’ll experience; The frustration of being stuck in just one body that inhabits only one place at a time

#101 Rückkehrunruhe (n.)

Pronuciation: rück·keh·run·ru·he, Rukeerenruhee

The feeling of returning home after an immersive trip only to find it fading rapidly from your awareness

The Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows defines – the feeling of returning home after an immersive trip only to find it fading rapidly from your awareness—to the extent you have to keep reminding yourself that it happened at all, even though it felt so vivid just days ago—which makes you wish you could smoothly cross-dissolve back into everyday life, or just hold the shutter open indefinitely and let one scene become superimposed on the next, so all your days would run together and you’d never have to call cut.

#102 Vemödalen (n.)

Pronunciation: ve·mö·da·len

Origin: Swedish

Definition: The fear that everything has already been done

The Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows defines – The frustration of photographing something amazing when thousands of identical photos already exist—the same sunset, same waterfall, same curve of a hip, same closeup of an eye—which can turn a unique subject into something hollow and pulpy and cheap, like a mass-produced piece of furniture you happen to have assembled yourself.

#103 Kopfkino (n.)

Pronunciation: kopf·ki·no

Origin: German

Definition: Literally translates to “head cinema”; It’s the act of playing out an entire scenario in your mind

#104 Quaintrelle (n.)

Pronunciation: quAn-‘trel

Origin: Middle English

Definition: A woman who emphasizes a life of passion expressed through personal style, leisurely pastimes, charm, and cultivation of life’s pleasures

#105 Pulchritudinous (adj.)

Pronunciation: pul-kruh-TOO-di-nuhs

Origin: English

Definition: Beyond beautiful; A person of breathtaking, heartbreaking beauty

#106 Yoko meshi (n.)

Pronunciation: yoh–koh mesh-ee

Origin: Japanese

Definition: Literally translates to “a meal eaten sideways”; It’s a beautiful and untranslatable word that describes the stress of speaking a foreign language.

#107 Selcouth (adj.)

Pronunciation: sel′ko̅o̅th′

Origin: Old English

Definition: Unfamiliar, rare, and strange, yet marvelous and wondrous; The way we feel the sense of wonder and amazement when we see and experience something new and unusual whilst traveling

The selcouth beauty of Plitvice Lakes National Park left us awestruck!

#108 Monachopsis (n.)

Pronunciation: mona-chop-sis, MON-a-Cop-sis

Origin: Greek

Definition: The subtle but persistent feeling of being out of place, not fitting in

#109 Eudaimonia (n.)

Pronunciation: U-de-‘mOn-E

Origin: Greek

Definition: Literally translates to “human flourishing;” A contented state of being happy, healthy, and prosperous; The way we feel while traveling

#110 Natsukashii (adj.)

Pronunciation: nats-ka-‘shE, nahtzkah-SHEE

Origin: Japanese (懐かしい )

Definition: Feeling nostalgic; Bringing back happy memories of the past

#111 Coddiwomple (v.)

Pronunciation: KAHD-ee-wahm-puhl

Origin: English slang

Definition: To travel purposefully towards an unknown or vague destination

#112 Novaturient (adj.)

Pronunciation: nuh-vuh-nyoo-tree-uhnt

Origin: Latin

Definition: Desiring or seeking powerful change in one’s life, behavior, or a certain situation

#113 Eleutheromania (n.)

Pronunciation: el-U-“ther-O-‘mAn-E-a

Origin: Greek

Definition: An intense and irresistible desire for freedom

#114 Eunoia (n.)

Pronunciation: yoo-noy-iea

Origin: Greek

Definition: Beautiful thinking; A well mind

Out of the beautiful words in English, Did you know Eunoia is the shortest English word containing all five main vowel graphemes?

#115 Sturmfrei (adj.)

Pronuciation: stirm-fra

Origin: Germany

Definition: Literally translates to “storm-free”; the freedom of being alone and being able to do what your heart desires

#116 Nemophilist (n.)

Pronunciation: ne-‘mo-fe-list

Origin: Greek

Definition: One who loves the beauty and solitude of forest; a haunter of the woods

Do you identify yourself as a Nemophilist? You must then plan a trip to one of the best national parks in the world.

#117 Halcyon (adj.)

Pronunciation: hal-see-uhn

Origin: Greek

Definition: A period of time in the past that was idyllically happy and peaceful

#118 Thalassophile (n.)

Pronunciation: thal-uh-suh-fīl

Origin: Greek

Definition: A lover of the sea or ocean

You aren’t a thalassophile if you haven’t visited Greece, Croatia, and Sri Lanka 🙂

#119 Fika (n.)Pronunciation: fee-ka

Origin: Swedish

Definition: Almost like a ritual in Swedish culture, it’s sharing a cup coffee (or tea) and cake with friends or colleagues

#120 Ogooglebar (adj.)

Pronunciation:

Origin: Swedish

Definition: Ungoogleable, someone or something that doesn’t show up in Google search results

#121 Gluggaveður (n.)

Pronunciation: glook-ah-vay-ther

Origin: Icelandic

Definition: Literally translates to “window-weather,” the type of weather that is best appreciated indoors

#122 Arbejdsglæde (n.)

Pronunciation: ah-bites-gleh-the

Origin: Danish

Definition: Literally translates to “happiness at work,” when your work is a source of joy and happiness

#123 Vorfreude (n.)

Pronunciation: vor-freude

Origin: German

Definition: The joyful, intense anticipation that comes from imagining future pleasures

#124 Brumous (adj.)

Pronunciation: bru·mous

Origin: Literary English

Definition: Of gray skies and winter days, filled with heavy clouds or fog

Craving cozy feel of a brumous day (no pun intended)? Head to one of the best winter destinations in the USA. Europe on mind? No problem. We even have a list of the best winter destinations in Europe for you.

#125 Hodophile (adj.)

Pronunciation: how-doh-phile

Origin: Greek

Definition: The one who loves to travel; A traveler with a special affinity for roads

You Might Like: The Ultimate List of Road Quotes for Road Trippers

#126 Ubuntu (n.)

Pronunciation: oo-buhn-too

Origin: Nguni, South African

Definition: Literally translates to “humanity”; It’s the belief that we all are defined by our compassion and humanity towards others

#127 Nunchi (n.)

Pronunciation: noon-chee

Origin: Korean

Definition: Literally translates to “eye-measure”; It’s a subtle art and ability to listen and gauge others’ moods and react appropriately

#128 Arcane (adj.)

Pronunciation: aa-kein

Origin: Latin

Definition: Secret, Mysterious, Understood by few

#129 Kaulayaw (n.)

Pronunciation: kauli-haw

Origin: Filipino or Tagalog

Definition: Intimate or close companion or friend

#130 Kos (n.)

Pronunciation: coosh

Origin: Norwegian

Definition: Danish hygge; coziness; all things warm and cozy; it can simply mean enjoying a cup of coffee with a freshly baked cinnamon bun or having a good time with family and friends or reading a good book or snuggling in a blanket while it’s snowing outside or anything that makes you feel purely happy.

Goes without saying, Norway is the best place to discover and experience the Norwegian Hygge.

#131 Ebullience (n.)

Pronunciation: uh·buh·lee·uhns

Origin: Latin

Definition: The quality of being bubbly, enthusiastic, and exuberant

#132 Goya (n.)

Pronunciation: go-yaa

Origin: Urdu (گویا)

Definition: As if; A momentary suspension of disbelief that occurs when fantasy is so realistic that it temporarily becomes reality, usually associated with a story very well told; a story that feels like reality

#133 Camhanaich (n.)

Pronunciation: kav’-an-ach

Origin: Scots-Gaelic

Definition: Early morning twilight; the half-light of dawn or dusk

Read More: The Best Sunrise Quotes and Sunrise Captions for Instagram

#134 Kawaakari (n.)

Pronunciation: ka-wa-a-ka-rE

Origin: Japanese

Definition: The glow of a river or stream in darkness or dusk, the gleaming surface of a shadowed river

#135 Mysa (n.)

Pronunciation: MEE-sah

Origin: Swedish, Icelandic

Definition: The feeling of comfort and protection; a time dedicated to coziness

#136 Ineffable (adj.)
Pronunciation: uh-NEH-fuh-bl
Origin: Late Middle English
Definition: Incapable of being expressed in words

#137 Nefarious (adj.)
Pronunciation: nuh-FEUH-ree-uhs
Origin: Latin
Definition: Wicked, Despicable, Villainous, Evil, Sinful

#138 Somnambulist (n.)
Pronunciation: som-nam-byuh-list

Origin: French
Definition: A sleepwalker, a person who walks around while they are asleep

#139 Akrasia (n.)
Pronunciation: uh-KRAY-zhuh
Origin: Greek
Definition: Lack of self-control or the state of acting against one’s better judgment

#140 Zephyr (n.)
Pronunciation: ZEH-fuh
Origin: Old English
Definition: A breeze from the west; a gentle breeze

#141 Hanan (n.)

Pronunciation: hana-n

Origin: Arabic

Definition: Compassion and Kindness

#142 Szerelem (n.)

Pronunciation: sze -re -lem

Origin: Hungarian

Definition: Romantic love

#143 Revontulet (n.)

Pronunciation:  Re-von-tu-let

Origin: Finnish

Definition: Literally translates to Fox Fires; Aurora Borealis; Northern Lights

#144 Yötön yö (n.)

Pronunciation: Yoton-yo

Origin: Finnish

Definition: Nightless night; Midnight Sun

The summer in Finland is magical. The sun doesn’t go down at all in the northern region of Finland. It’s when you can see the magical Yötön yö.

#145 Elvágyódás (n.)

Pronunciation: El-vagyo-dash

Origin: Hungarian

Definition: The desire to get away from where you currently are; Aching for what is far away

#146 Sonrisa (n.)

Pronunciation: Sohn-ree-sah

Origin: Spanish

Definition: Smile

#147 Weltschmerz (n.)

Pronuciation: velt-shmerts

Origin: German

Definition: Literally translates to translates to “world weariness” or “world pain”; It’s a melancholic feeling that comes from the realization that the material world can’t ever comfort the emotional and mental desires

#148 Sadiq (n.)

Pronunciation: Saa-duhk

Origin: Arabic

Definition: Friend; Companion; True; Faithful; Veracious; Sincere; Honest; Loyal

#149 Forelsket (adj.)

Pronunciation: for-el-skit

Origin: Danish

Definition: Being madly in love – an ineffable euphoria experienced when one’s enamored with someone

#150 Ruhaniyat (n.)

Pronunciation: Ruu-haa-niyat

Origin: Arabic

Definition: Soulfulness; Spiritualism

#151 Sarang (n.)

Pronunciation: sa-rang

Origin: Korean

Definition: Love

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What makes a word beautiful?

Is it the sound of the word or its meaning?

The study of the pleasantness or unpleasantness of the way words and phrases sound (regardless of their meaning) is called phonaesthetics.

But I think the combination of sound and meaning is what makes for pretty words.

Consider the word “diarrhea” which trills off the tongue but isn’t a pleasant topic to ponder.

But the word “diary” is equally pleasing to the ear and has an intriguing meaning.

What Are the Most Beautiful Words?

The most beautiful words in English are those that thrill the ear and that stir the mind or soul.

They are words that inspire, uplift, excite, comfort, challenge, move and entice us. But they can also have a neutral or even unpleasant meaning (hemorrhage, flatulence, etc.).

British linguist, David Crystal, created a series of attributes of words that are commonly considered beautiful. Those attributes include:

• Having three or more syllables.
• Emphasis on the first syllable.
• The presence of particular letters people enjoy saying (like I and M).

Ultimately, the most beautiful words are the words that you find beautiful.

What is the Prettiest Word in the World?

There are more than 7000 languages in the world, with hundreds of thousands of words in most of them. So it’s difficult (if not impossible) to narrow the list to one word alone.

You might start by exploring the most beautiful languages in the world which are often considered Italian, French, Arabic, and Turkish.

But still, what each person finds beautiful is subjective.

Maybe we should just be happy there are so many lovely words in all languages.

How to Use Beautiful Words in English

Whether you are a logophile (a word lover) and simply enjoy the variety and character of words, or you’re a writer who is looking for the perfect word, you’ll find yourself needing to find aesthetic words at some point.

Maybe you wonder, “What are elegant words I can use to reflect my intelligence or sophisticated style.” The words you use do communicate to others who you are and how you see yourself.

You can use these words to . . .

Are you ready to explore some really good words that you can add to your vocabulary?

Our list of beautiful words below is a great resource to bookmark and keep handy whenever you need just the right word that sounds lovely.

Don’t have time to read the complete list of beautiful words? You can download the PDF here.

1. Abundance

A very large quantity of something.

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Again and again in the same way; forever

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3. Admirable

Arousing or deserving respect and approval.

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4. Adoration

Deep love and respect.

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5. Affable

Friendly, good-natured, or easy to talk to.

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6. Agility

Ability to move or think quickly and easily.

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7. Ailurophile

A cat lover.

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8. Alacrity

Brisk and cheerful readiness.

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9. Alluring

Powerfully and mysteriously attractive or fascinating; seductive.

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10. Aloha

A Hawaiian word used when greeting or parting from someone.

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11. Altruism

The belief in or practice of disinterested and selfless concern for the well-being of others.

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12. Amaranthine

From the Greek word amarantos, meaning immortal or unfading.

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13. Amiable

Having or displaying a friendly and pleasant manner.

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14. Amorous

Showing, feeling, or relating to sexual desire.

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15. Angelic

An exceptionally beautiful, innocent, or kind person.

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16. Apotheosis

The highest point in the development of something; culmination or climax.

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17. Assemblage

A collection or gathering of things or people.

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18. Astonishing

Extremely surprising or impressive; amazing.

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19. Astounding

Surprisingly impressive or notable.

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20. Ascension

The act of rising to an important position or a higher level.

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21. Astral

Of, connected with or resembling the stars.

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22. Audacious

Showing a willingness to take surprisingly bold risks.

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23. Aurora

A natural electrical phenomenon characterized by the appearance of streamers of reddish or greenish light in the sky, usually near the northern or southern magnetic pole.

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24. Awe

A feeling of reverential respect mixed with fear or wonder.

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25. Beatify

To make holy or sacred.

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26. Beauteous

Beautiful.

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27. Becoming

Flattering a person’s appearance.

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28. Beguile

To charm or enchant (someone), sometimes in a deceptive way.

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29. Belonging

An affinity for a place or situation.

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30. Beloved

Dearly loved.

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31. Benefactor

A person who gives money or other help to a person or cause.

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32. Benevolence

The quality of being well-meaning; kindness.

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33. Blazing

To burn fiercely or brightly.

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34. Blessing

A beneficial thing for which one is grateful; something that brings well-being.

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35. Bliss

Perfect happiness; great joy.

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36. Blossom

The state or period of flowering.

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37. Breathtaking

Astonishing or awe-inspiring in quality, so as to take one’s breath away.

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38. Breeziness

Fresh and animated;lively.

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39. Brilliance

An intense brightness of light.

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40. Brisk

Active, fast, and energetic.

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41. Bubbling

Characterized by cheerful high spirits.

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42. Bucolic

Relating to the pleasant aspects of the countryside and country life.

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43. Bungalow

A low house, with a broad front porch, having either no upper floor or upper rooms set in the roof, typically with dormer windows.

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44. Buoyancy

The ability or tendency to float in water or air or some other fluid.

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45. Calcination

To heat (a substance) to a high temperature but below the melting or fusing point, causing loss of moisture, reduction or oxidation, and the decomposition of carbonates and other compounds.

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46. Calm

Not showing or feeling nervousness, anger, or other strong emotions.

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47. Candor

The quality of being open and honest in expression; frankness.

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48. Caprice

A sudden and unaccountable change of mood or behavior.

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49. Carpe Diem

Latin, ‘seize the day!’, a quotation from Horace.

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50. Cascade

A small waterfall, typically one of several that fall in stages down a steep rocky slope.

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51. Cashmere

Fine, soft wool, originally that from the Kashmir goat.

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52. Catharsis

The process of releasing, and thereby providing relief from, strong or repressed emotions.

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53. Celerity

The swiftness of movement.

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54. Centered

Well balanced and confident or serene.

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55. Champion

A person who fights or argues for a cause or on behalf of someone else.

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56. Charisma

Compelling attractiveness or charm that can inspire devotion in others.

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57. Charm

The power or quality of giving delight or arousing admiration.

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58. Chatoyant

Of a gem, especially when cut en cabochon, showing a band of bright reflected light caused by aligned inclusions in the stone.

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59. Cheerful

Noticeably happy and optimistic.

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60. Chrysalis

A transitional state.

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61. Cinnamon

An aromatic spice made from the peeled, dried and rolled bark of a Southeast Asian tree.

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62. Clarity

The quality of being coherent and intelligible.

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63. Classy

Stylish and sophisticated.

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64. Clearheaded

Alert and thinking logically and coherently.

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65. Clinomania

An obsession with bed rest.

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66. Coalesce

Come together to form one mass or whole.

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67. Comely

Typically a woman who is pleasant to look at; attractive.

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68. Compassion

Sympathetic pity and concern for the sufferings or misfortunes of others.

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69. Conflate

Combine (two or more texts, ideas, etc.) into one.

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70. Consciousness

The state of being awake and aware of one’s surroundings.

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71. Contentment

A state of happiness and satisfaction.

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72. Coruscate

Flash or sparkle of light.

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73. Creativity

The use of the imagination or original ideas, especially in the production of an artistic work.

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74. Crepuscular

Of, resembling, or relating to twilight.

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75. Crystalline

Having the structure and form of a crystal; composed of crystals.

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76. Cuddle

Hold close in one’s arms as a way of showing love or affection.

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77. Cynosure

A person or thing that is the center of attention or admiration.

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78. Dalliance

A casual romantic or sexual relationship.

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79. Dandy

A man unduly devoted to style, neatness, and fashion in dress and appearance.

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80. Dapper

Typically a man who is neat and trim in dress, appearance, or bearing.

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81. Dauntless

Showing fearlessness and determination.

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82. Dazzling

Extremely bright, especially so as to blind the eyes temporarily.

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83. Debonair

A man who is confident, stylish, and charming.

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84. Delicate

Very fine in texture or structure; of intricate workmanship or quality.

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85. Delicious

Highly pleasant to the taste.

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86. Delightful

Causing delight; charming.

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87. Demesne

Land attached to a manor and retained for the owner’s own use.

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88. Demure

A woman who is reserved, modest, and shy.

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89. Denouement

The final part of a play, movie, or narrative in which the strands of the plot are drawn together and matters are explained or resolved.

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90. Desirable

Wanted or wished for as being an attractive, useful, or necessary course of action.

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91. Desuetude

A state of disuse.

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92. Desultory

Lacking a plan, purpose, or enthusiasm.

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93. Devotion

Love, loyalty, or enthusiasm for a person, activity, or cause.

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94. Diaphanous

Light, delicate, and translucent, especially a fabric.

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95. Discombobulate

To disconcert or confuse someone.

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96. Dissemble

To conceal one’s true motives, feelings, or beliefs.

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97. Divinity

The state or quality of being divine.

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98. Doting

Extremely and uncritically fond of someone; adoring.

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99. Dreamy

Having a magical or pleasantly unreal quality; dreamlike.

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100. Dulcet

A sweet and soothing sound.

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101. Earnest

Resulting from or showing sincere and intense conviction

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102. Ebullience

The quality of being cheerful and full of energy; exuberance.

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103. Ecstasy

An overwhelming feeling of great happiness or joyful excitement.

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104. Effervescent

A liquid giving off bubbles; fizzy.

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105. Efflorescence

A state or time of flowering.

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106. Effortless

Requiring no physical or mental exertion.

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107. Elation

Great happiness and exhilaration.

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108. Elegant

Pleasingly graceful and stylish in appearance or manner.

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109. Elision

The omission of a sound or syllable when speaking

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110. Elixir

A magical or medicinal potion.

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111. Eloquence

Fluent or persuasive speaking or writing.

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112. Embrocation

A liquid used for rubbing on the body to relieve pain from sprains and strains.

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113. Emollient

Having the quality of softening or soothing the skin.

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114. Emulate

Match or surpass (a person or achievement), typically by imitation.

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115. Enamoured

To be filled with a feeling of love for someone or something.

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116. Enchanted

Placed under a spell; bewitched.

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117. Enraptured

Experiencing intense pleasure or joy.

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118. Enthralled

Experiencing fascinated attention.

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119. Ephemeral

Lasting for a very short time.

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120. Epiphany

A moment of sudden revelation or insight.

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121. Equanimity

Mental calmness, composure, and evenness of temper, especially in a difficult situation.

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122. Equilibrium

A state in which opposing forces or influences are balanced.

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123. Erstwhile

Former.

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124. Ethereal

Extremely delicate and light in a way that seems too perfect for this world.

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125. Etiquette

The customary code of polite behavior in society or among members of a particular profession or group.

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126. Euphoria

A feeling or state of intense excitement and happiness.

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127. Evanescent

Soon passing out of sight, memory, or existence; quickly fading or disappearing.

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128. Evocative

Bringing strong images, memories, or feelings to mind.

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129. Exonerate

To absolve someone from blame for a fault or wrongdoing, especially after due consideration of the case.

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130. Exquisite

Extremely beautiful and, typically, delicate.

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131. Exuberant

Filled with or characterized by a lively energy and excitement.

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132. Fabulous

Amazingly good; wonderful.

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133. Faithful

Loyal, constant, and steadfast.

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134. Fascination

The power to fascinate someone; the quality of being fascinating.

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135. Feasible

Possible to do easily or conveniently.

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136. Feisty

A person who is relatively small or weak but also lively, determined, and courageous.

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137. Felicity

Intense happiness.

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138. Festive

Cheerful and jovially celebratory.

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139. Fetching

Attractive.

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140. Fidelity

Faithfulness to a person, cause, or belief, demonstrated by continuing loyalty and support.

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141. Filament

A slender threadlike object or fiber, especially one found in animal or plant structures.

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142. Flawless

Without any blemishes or imperfections; perfect.

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143. Flourish

To grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way, especially as the result of a particularly favorable environment.

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144. Flowing

Hanging or draping loosely and gracefully.

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145. Forbearance

Patient self-control; restraint and tolerance.

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146. Fortitude

Courage in pain or adversity.

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147. Friendship

The emotions or conduct of friends; the state of being friends.

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148. Fugacious

Tending to disappear; fleeting.

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149. Fulfilling

Making someone satisfied or happy because of fully developing their character or abilities.

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150. Furtive

Attempting to avoid notice or attention, typically because of guilt or a belief that discovery would lead to trouble; secretive.

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151. Gambol

Run or jump about playfully.

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152. Gargantuan

Enormous.

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153. Giddy

Having a sensation of whirling and a tendency to fall or stagger; dizzy.

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154. Ginger

A hot, fragrant spice made from the rhizome of a plant, which may be chopped or powdered for cooking, preserved in syrup, or candied.

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155. Glamour

An attractive or exciting quality that makes certain people or things seem appealing.

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156. Glorious

Having a striking beauty or splendor that evokes feelings of delighted admiration.

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157. Goddess

A woman who is adored, especially for her beauty.

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158. Gorgeous

Beautiful; very attractive.

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159. Gossamer

Used to refer to something very light, thin, and insubstantial or delicate.

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160. Graceful

Having or showing grace or elegance.

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161. Halcyon

Denoting a period of time in the past that was idyllically happy and peaceful.

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162. Handsome

A good-looking man.

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163. Harbinger

A forerunner of something.

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164. Harmony

The quality of forming a pleasing and consistent whole.

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165. Heartfelt

A feeling or its expression that is sincere; deeply and strongly felt.

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166. Heartwarming

Emotionally rewarding or uplifting.

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167. Heavenly

Very pleasing; wonderful.

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168. Hilarity

Extreme amusement, especially when expressed by laughter.

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169. Holiness

The state of being holy.

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170. Hopefulness

Having or manifesting hope.

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171. Humility

A modest or low view of one’s own importance; humbleness.

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172. Idyllic

A time or place that is extremely happy, peaceful, or picturesque.

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173. Illumination

Lighting or light.

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174. Illustrious

Well known, respected, and admired for past achievements.

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175. Imbrication

An overlapping of edges (as of tiles or scales).

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176. Imbroglio

An extremely confused, complicated, or embarrassing situation.

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177. Imbue

To inspire or permeate with a feeling or quality.

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178. Incandescence

The light emmited by an incandescent object.

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179. Incipient

In an initial stage; beginning to happen or develop.

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180. Ineffable

Too great or extreme to be expressed or described in words.

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181. Ingenue

An innocent or unsophisticated young woman, especially in a play or film.

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182. Inglenook

A space on either side of a large fireplace.

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183. Insouciance

Casual lack of concern; indifference.

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184. Intrepid

Fearless; adventurous (often used for rhetorical or humorous effect).

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185. Inure

Accustom to something, especially something unpleasant.

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186. Invincible

Too powerful to be defeated or overcome.

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187. Iridescent

Showing luminous colors that seem to change when seen from different angles.

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188. Jaunty

Having or expressing a lively, cheerful, and self-confident manner.

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189. Jocular

Fond of or characterized by joking; humorous or playful.

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190. Jovial

Cheerful and friendly.

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191. Joyous

Feeling,showing,or causing joy; joyful

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192. Jubilant

Feeling or expressing great happiness and triumph.

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193. Judicious

Having or showing good judgment or sense.

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194. Juvenescent

Becoming young or youthful.

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195. Kindred

One’s family and relations.

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196. Kindliness

The quality of being kind, warmhearted, or gentle; kindness.

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197. Kissable

Capable of being kissed; inviting to be kissed through attractiveness.

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198. Labyrinthine

A network like a labyrinth; irregular and twisting.

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199. Lagniappe

Something given as a bonus or extra gift.

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200. Lagoon

A stretch of salt water separated from the sea by a low sandbank or coral reef.

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201. Languid

Displaying or having a disinclination for physical exertion or effort; slow and relaxed.

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202. Languor

The state or feeling, often pleasant, of tiredness or inertia.

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203. Lassitude

A state of physical or mental weariness; lack of energy.

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204. Leisure

Free time.

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205. Lilting

Speak, sing, or sound with a lilt.

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206. Lissome

A person or their body that is thin, supple, and graceful.

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207. Lithe

A person’s body that is thin, supple, and graceful.

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208. Lovable

Inspiring or deserving love or affection.

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209. Lullaby

A quiet, gentle song sung to send a child to sleep.

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210. Luminescence

The emission of light by a substance that has not been heated, as in fluorescence and phosphorescence.

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211. Luxury

Sumptuous or extremely comfortable living surroundings.

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212. Magnificent

Splendid in appearance;grand.

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213. Marvelous

Causing great wonder; extraordinary.

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214. Mellifluous

Sweet or musical; pleasant to hear.

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215. Mellow

Pleasantly smooth or soft; free from harshness.

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216. Mindfulness

A mental state achieved by focusing one’s awareness on the present moment, while calmly acknowledging and accepting one’s feelings, thoughts, and bodily sensations, used as a therapeutic technique.

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217. Minutiae

Small or trivial details.

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218. Moiety

Each of two parts into which a thing is or can be divided.

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219. Mondegreen

A misunderstood or misinterpreted word or phrase resulting from a mishearing of the lyrics of a song.

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220. Murmurous

Filled with or characterized by murmurs; low and indistinct

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221. Nemesis

A long-standing rival; an archenemy.

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222. Namaste

A respectful greeting said when giving a namaskar.

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223. Nebulous

Unclear, vague, or ill-defined concept or idea.

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224. Nirvana

A transcendent state in which there is neither suffering, desire, nor sense of self, and the subject is released from the effects of karma and the cycle of death and rebirth. It represents the final goal of Buddhism.

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225. Nourishment

The food or other substances necessary for growth, health, and good condition.

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226. Nurture

Care for and encourage the growth or development of.

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227. Oblivion

The state of being unaware or unconscious of what is happening.

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228. Omnipotent

Having unlimited power; able to do anything.

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229. Onomatopoeia

The formation of a word from a sound associated with what is named

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230. Optimistic

Hopeful and confident about the future.

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231. Opulent

Ostentatiously rich and luxurious or lavish.

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232. Pacify

Quell the anger, agitation, or excitement of.

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233. Palimpsest

A manuscript or piece of writing material on which the original writing has been effaced to make room for later writing but of which traces remain.

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234. Panacea

A solution or remedy for all difficulties or diseases.

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235. Panoply

A complete or impressive collection of things.

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236. Paradise

An ideal or idyllic place or state.

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237. Passion

Strong and barely controllable emotion.

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238. Pastiche

An artistic work in a style that imitates that of another work, artist, or period.

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239. Persevering

Persistent; constant in the execution of a purpose.

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240. Perspicacious

Clear-sighted; mentally perceptive or acute; keen.

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241. Petrichor

A pleasant smell that frequently accompanies the first rain after a long period of warm, dry weather.

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242. Phenomenal

Very remarkable; extraordinary.

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243. Phosphenes

A ring or spot of light produced by pressure on the eyeball or direct stimulation of the visual system other than by light.

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244. Piquancy

A pleasantly sharp and appetizing flavor.

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245. Plethora

A large or excessive amount of something.

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246. Precious

An object, substance, or resource of great value; not to be wasted or treated carelessly.

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247. Prevarication

To deviate from the truth

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248. Propinquity

The state of being close to someone or something; proximity.

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249. Prosperity

The state of being prosperous.

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250. Pyrrhic

A victory won at too great a cost to have been worthwhile for the victor.

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251. Quaint

Attractively unusual or old-fashioned.

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252. Quantum

A discrete quantity of energy proportional in magnitude to the frequency of the radiation it represents.

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253. Quickening

To enter into a phase of active growth and development

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254. Quiescent

In a state or period of inactivity or dormancy.

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255. Quietude

A state of stillness, calmness, and quiet in a person or place.

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256. Quintessential

Representing the most perfect or typical example of a quality or class.

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257. Radiant

Sending out light; shining or glowing brightly.

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258. Rapturous

Characterized by, feeling, or expressing great pleasure or enthusiasm.

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260. Ratatouille

A vegetable dish consisting of onions, zucchini, tomatoes, eggplant, and peppers, fried and stewed in oil and sometimes served cold.

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261. Ravel

Untangle or unravel something.

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262. Ravishing

Delightful; entrancing.

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263. Redolent

Strongly reminiscent or suggestive of something.

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264. Rejuvenate

Make someone or something look or feel younger, fresher, or more lively.

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265. Relent

Abandon or mitigate a harsh intention or cruel treatment.

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266. Repose

A state of rest, sleep, or tranquility.

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267. Resilience

The capacity to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness.

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268. Resplendent

Attractive and impressive through being richly colorful or sumptuous.

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269. Revelation

A surprising and previously unknown fact, especially one that is made known in a dramatic way.

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270. Reverence

Deep respect for someone or something.

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271. Rhapsodic

Immoderately empassioned or enthusiastic.

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272. Righteousness

The quality of being morally right or justifiable.

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273. Riparian

Relating to or situated on the banks of a river.

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274. Ripple

A small wave or series of waves on the surface of water, especially as caused by an object dropping into it or a slight breeze.

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275. Romance

A feeling of excitement and mystery associated with love.

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276. Sacred

Connected with God (or the gods) or dedicated to a religious purpose and so deserving veneration.

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277. Salve

Something that is soothing or consoling for wounded feelings or an uneasy conscience.

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278. Sapphire

A transparent precious stone, typically blue, that is a variety of corundum (aluminum oxide).

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279. Savor

Enjoy or appreciate something pleasant completely, especially by dwelling on it.

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280. Scintilla

A tiny trace or spark of a specified quality or feeling.

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281. Sempiternal

Eternal and unchanging; everlasting.

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282. Sequoia

A redwood tree, especially the California redwood.

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283. Seraglio

A large harem.

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284. Serendipity

The occurrence and development of events by chance in a happy or beneficial way.

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285. Serenity

The state of being calm, peaceful, and untroubled.

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286. Silky

Of or resembling silk, especially in being soft, fine, and lustrous.

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287. Simplicity

The quality or condition of being easy to understand or do.

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288. Solitude

The state or situation of being alone.

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289. Somnambulism

An abnormal condition of sleep in which motor acts (such as walking) are performed

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290. Sonorous

Capable of producing a deep or ringing sound.

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291. Soulmate

A person ideally suited to another as a close friend or romantic partner.

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292. Spacious

Having ample space.

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293. Spellbound

Hold the complete attention of someone as though by magic; fascinate.

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294. Spherical

Shaped like a sphere.

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295. Splendid

Magnificent; very impressive.

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296. Sprightliness

Marked by a gay lightness and vivacity.

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297. Statuesque

An attractively tall and dignified woman.

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298. Sublime

Of such excellence, grandeur, or beauty as to inspire great admiration or awe.

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299. Succulent

Tender, juicy, and tasty food.

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300. Summery

Characteristic of or suitable for summer.

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301. Sumptuous

Splendid and expensive-looking.

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302. Supine

Lying face upward.

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303. Surreptitious

Kept secret, especially because it would not be approved of.

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304. Susquehanna

A river 444 miles (714 kilometers) long in the eastern U.S. flowing from central New York south through Pennsylvania and into the Chesapeake Bay in northern Maryland

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305. Susurrous

Full of whispering sounds.

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306. Symphony

Something regarded, typically favorably, as a composition of different elements.

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307. Talisman

An object, typically an inscribed ring or stone, that is thought to have magic powers and to bring good luck.

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308. Tenacity

The quality or fact of being able to grip something firmly; grip.

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309. Tender

Showing gentleness and concern or sympathy.

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310. Tintinnabulation

A ringing or tinkling sound.

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311. Tolerance

The ability or willingness to tolerate something, in particular, the existence of opinions or behavior that one does not necessarily agree with.

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312. Tranquility

The quality or state of being tranquil; calm.

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313. Transfiguration

A complete change of form or appearance into a more beautiful or spiritual state.

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314. Triumph

A great victory or achievement.

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315. Umbrella

A device consisting of a circular canopy of cloth on a folding metal frame supported by a central rod, used as protection against rain or sometimes sun.

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316. Unabashed

Not embarrassed, disconcerted, or ashamed.

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317. Unflappable

Having or showing calmness in a crisis.

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318. Unification

The process of being united or made into a whole.

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319. Unique

Being the only one of its kind; unlike anything else.

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320. Varnish

Resin dissolved in a liquid for applying on wood, metal, or other materials to form a hard, clear, shiny surface when dry.

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321. Veneration

Great respect; reverence.

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322. Verity

A true principle or belief, especially one of fundamental importance.

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323. Vestigial

Forming a very small remnant of something that was once much larger or more noticeable.

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324. Vibrant

Full of energy and enthusiasm.

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325. Victorious

Having won a victory; triumphant.

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326. Virtuous

Having or showing high moral standards.

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327. Vitality

The state of being strong and active; energy.

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328. Vitriolic

Filled with bitter criticism or malice.

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329. Vortex

A mass of whirling fluid or air, especially a whirlpool or whirlwind

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330. Vulnerable

Susceptible to physical or emotional attack or harm.

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331. Waft

Pass or cause to pass easily or gently through or as if through the air.

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332. Wanderlust

A strong desire to travel.

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333. Warmhearted

A person or their actions that are sympathetic and kind.

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334. Wherewithal

The money or other means needed for a particular purpose.

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335. Wholesome

Conducive to or suggestive of good health and physical well-being.

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337. Wondrous

Inspiring a feeling of wonder or delight; marvelous.

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336. Worship

The feeling or expression of reverence and adoration for a deity.

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338. Xanadu

An idealized place of great or idyllic magnificence and beauty.

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339. Xenophobia

Dislike of or prejudice against people from other countries.

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340. Xylophone

A musical instrument played by striking a row of wooden bars of graduated length with one or more small wooden or plastic mallets.

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341. Yearling

An animal (especially a sheep, calf, or foal) that is a year old or that is in its second year.

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342. Yearn

Have an intense feeling of longing for something, typically something that one has lost or been separated from.

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343. Yesteryear

Last year or the recent past, especially as nostalgically recalled.

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344. Zealous

Having or showing zeal.

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345. Zenith

The time at which something is most powerful or successful.

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346. Zephyr

A soft gentle breeze.

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347. Zestful

Characterized by great enthusiasm and energy.

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348. Zinfandel

A variety of wine grape grown in California.

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349. Zither

A musical instrument consisting of a flat wooden soundbox with numerous strings stretched across it placed horizontally and played with the fingers and a plectrum. It is used especially in central European folk music.

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350. Zoophilic

Having an attraction to or preference for animals.

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Beautiful Words with Dark Meanings

There are some words that sound lovely but have darker or more negative meanings. Take a look at these pretty words whose sound belies their meanings.

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351. Amorphous

Without a clearly defined shape or form.

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352. Atrament

A very dark substance — usually liquid.

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353. Caliginous

Misty, dark, obscure.

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354. Cimmerian

A member of a mythical people living in perpetual mist and darkness near the land of the dead.

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355. Crepuscule

Twilight. Obscure, doubtful, or uncertain.

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356. Darkling

Growing dark or characterized by darkness.

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357. Dystopian

Relating to an imagined state or society where there is great suffering or injustice.

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358. Eigengrau

The dark grey color that human eyes see in perfect darkness.

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359. Gloaming

Twilight, dusk.

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360. Nebulochaotic

A state of being hazy and confused.

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361. Nefarious

Wicked or criminal.

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362. Nyctophilia

An attraction to darkness or night; finding relaxation or comfort in the darkness.

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363. Pernicious

Having a harmful effect, especially in a gradual or subtle way.

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364. Photophobic

Having an extreme sensitivity to light; growing best under reduced illumination.

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365. Somber

Gloomy, sullen, melancholy; solemn in mood.

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366. Stygian

Extremely dark, gloomy, or forbidding.

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367. Tenebrous

Dark, shadowy, or obscure.

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368. Umbra

Shadow or darkness. A shaded area.

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369. Woebegone

Exhibiting great sorrow, or misery.

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