The most beautiful word to say

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.

The Top 10 Most Beautiful English Words

What are the 2 most beautiful words?

Summer afternoon, summer afternoon; to me those have always been the two most beautiful words in the English language.

What are elegant words?

adjective

What is a pretty word?

attractive, beautiful, charming, cute, elegant, good-looking, graceful, handsome, lovely, neat, pleasant, a little, considerably, fairly, kind of, moderately, quite, rather, reasonably, somewhat.

What is the best sounding word?

The 30 Most Beautiful Words in the English Language

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What is the most powerful word?

Why is yet the most powerful word in the English language? Because when you add yet to the end of a sentence, you completely change the connotation of that sentence. You can say, “I don’t understand it,” or you can say, “I don’t understand it YET”.

What are some dreamy words?

dreamy

What’s a rare word for beautiful?

Pulchritudinous is an adjective that means physically beautiful or attractive. Pulchritudinous is a grandiose way of saying someone or something is good-looking. It’s quite rare and, for that reason, usually used for humorous effect.

What is a unique word?

To explain this very simply, a unique word is one that’s unusual or different in some way. It might have a complicated history or interesting connections to another language. But, primarily what makes an English word interesting is its unusual spelling, pronunciation or meaning.

What are 10 interesting words?

10 unusual words to add to your English vocabulary

What are aesthetic words?

What are some classy words?

adjective

What are some extraordinary words?

astonishing

What is the longest nice word?

Made popular by the film Mary Poppins, Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious is something to say when you have nothing to say.

What is the most unique word?

Do you know what a quincunx is? Here are 15 of the most unusual words in the English dictionary

What is the most happy word?

According to a report on the English language, «laughter,» «happiness,» and «love» are the three most positive words in English. A linguist discusses the happiest words and asks for your suggestions.

What’s the shortest word?

The shortest word is a. Some might wonder about the word I since it consists of one letter, too. In sound, a is shorter because it is a monophthong (consists of one vowel), while I is a diphthong. Both do consist of one letter in the English writing system, and in most fonts I is the narrowest letter.

What are the rarest words in English?

The list below contains some of the rarest words in the English language that you may not have heard of before.

What are short cute words?

What’s The Cutest Word In The World?

What is the deepest word for beautiful?

Beauteous is the synonym of beautiful that is closest in meaning and form, so is an excellent choice if you want a word that is ‘beautiful, but just a little bit different.

What word is beyond beautiful?

pulchritudinous Add to list Share. Even though it looks (and sounds) like it would describe a disease or a bad attitude, pulchritudinous actually describes a person of breathtaking, heartbreaking… beauty. Let’s be honest: Your opportunities for using this word in casual conversation are probably pretty slim.

What are the 5 power words?

You can’t go wrong with these 5 power words and phrases:

What are 3 most powerful words?

What Are The Three Most Powerful Words?

What are 10 power words?

10 Power Words That Can Punch Up Your Prose

What are the 12 powerful words?

What are the twelve powerful words? Trace, Analyze, Infer, Evaluate, Formulate, Describe, Support, Explain, Summarize, Compare, Contrast, Predict. Why use the twelve powerful words? These are the words that always give students more trouble than others on standardized tests.

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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The English language offers a plethora of words belonging to a wide range of categories. You may find certain words attractive because of their sound or maybe the meaning it conveys. So even though it’s difficult to define the beauty of a word, beautiful words refer to those words that attract you instantly. The addition of such beautiful words will surely increase your vocabulary. However, a point to be noted is that the beauty of a word is not objective but rather depends on the user’s perception. Hence it is subjective in nature.

• List of Beautiful Words to Use in Writing
• Beautiful Words that Signify Appearance
• Beautiful Words To Describe Someone
• Beautiful Words for Growth
• Beautiful Words for Girls
• Why Use Beautiful Words?
• Give examples of beautiful words?
• What are some of the words that refer to appearance?
• Define Beautiful Words?

List of Beautiful Words to Use in Writing

Have a look at some of the most attractive or beautiful words used in English:

• bucolic – beautiful aspect of life
• conflate- combine things together
• dalliance- refers to a casual or romantic relationship
• elixir- a medicinal portion
• eloquence-to express oneself in an expressive manner
• emollient – soothing effect
• epiphany- sudden realization
• forbearance- to put off something
• harbinger- a signal referring to the approach of something
• incipient- refers to something that is in the beginning stage
• plethora- a large quantity
• scintilla- a small amount
• summery- refers to warm conditions

Beautiful Words that Signify Appearance

Given below is a list of words that refers to an emotion or signify appearance:

• aesthetic- that which appears pleasing
• ambivalence- conflicted feelings
• demure- modest
• evanescent- fleeting
• evocative- bubbly
• exhilaration- extreme happiness
• glamorous- extremely beautiful
• gossamer- sheeror filmy
• halcyon- calm and peaceful
• diaphanous- delicate
• dissemble- to hide true feelings
• jubilation- feeling of joy
• Photogenic- beauty that can be captured in a photo.

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Beautiful Words To Describe Someone

Given below is a list of words that can be used to describe a person:

• Adventurous- someone who enjoys adventures
• Amorous- relating to sexual desire
• Diligent- someone who is caring
• Humble- modest
• Courageous- someone who is brave
• Efficient- someone who works hard
• Enchanting- attractive or charming
• Generous- ready to give up everything you have

Beautiful Words for Growth

Have a look at some of the beautiful words used to highlight the notion of growth:

• Advance
• Expand
• Maturation
• Blossoming
• Refinement
• Perfection
• Development

Beautiful Words for Girls

The English language has several words that describe a girl. Have a look at some of these:

• Lovely- describe feminine beauty
• Gorgeous- refers to a beautiful girl
• Creative- someone who comes up with new ideas
• Innovative- someone who executes new ideas
• Observant- someone who notices each and every detail
• Quick witted- an intelligent woman
• Sincere- someone who is true
• Resourceful- someone who helps solve problems.

Why Use Beautiful Words?

The use of beautiful words can be beneficial to you in different ways. These include:

• Expands your vocabulary
• Helps you to be expressive
• Helps you to write in a creative manner
• Enhance your description of places, people, and events
• Gives a mood and feeling to what you write

FAQs on Beautiful Words

1) Give examples of beautiful words?

Examples of beautiful words include

• conflate
• dalliance
• erstwhile
• forbearance
• harbinger
• imbue
• incipient

2) What are some of the words that refer to appearance? 

Beautiful words that signify appearance include

• aesthetic
• ambivalence
• demure
• evanescent
• evocative

3) Define Beautiful Words?

Though it’s difficult to define the beauty of a word, beautiful words refer to those words that attract you instantly. The addition of such beautiful words will surely increase your vocabulary.

Conclusion

The use of beautiful words in your writings will help attract the attention of readers. It will make your writings more creative and innovative. However, be sure to stay away from the overuse of such words. Even though beautiful words can enhance your vocabulary, the overuse of these words can take the readers away from the original meaning of the word. Hence use such words wisely!