Unique word in english

There are many unique words in the English language that have deep meaning. Some of these words can be found in the dictionary, while others may not be as well-known. However, building your vocabulary can help you better understand the world around you and improve your communication skills.

Here are 128 unique words with deep meaning that you can add to your vocabulary:

1. ambiguous
2. apathetic
3. archetype
4. audacity
5. autonomous
6. benefactor
7. benevolent
8. bigotry
9. boisterous
10. bombastic
11. bravado
12. callous
13. camaraderie
14. candid
15. candor
16. capricious
17. censure
18. chagrin
19. coercive
20. collusion
21. compelling
22. contemptuous
23. contentious
24. conundrum
25. cosmopolitan
26. courtesy
27. credulous
28. cynical
29. decentralization
30. decorum
31. defamation
32. deride
33. despondent
34. disdain
35. dissemination
36. dystopia
37. ebullience
38. echelon
39. effervescence
40. eloquence
41. elusive
42. empirical
43. endemic
44. enigma
45. enrapture
46. epiphany
47. epoch
48. erratic
49. ethereal
50. exemplary
51. extradited
52. euphemism
53. extraterrestrial
54. exuberant
55. facetious
56. fallacy
57. fanaticism
58. fatalism
59. fathom
60. fervor
61. heterogeneous
62. homogeneous
63. idolatry 
64. impetuous
65. implausible
66. inane
67. incandescence
68. incongruous
69. ineffable
70. inertia
71. infatuation
72. innocuous
73. insidious
74. integrity
75. iridescent
76. jaded
77. jaunty
78. jovial
79. kinetic
80. lethargic
81. luminescence
82. macabre
83. magnanimous
84. misanthropy
85. magnanimous
86. malevolent
87. misanthropy
88. nefarious
89. nihilism
90. obfuscation
91. obsequious
92. omniscient
93. ostentatious
94. paradigm
95. partisanship
96. pedantic
97. pejorative
98. perspicacious
99. philanthropy
100. platitude
101. polygamy
102. pragmatic
103. precipitous
104. prestige
105. prodigal
106. propaganda
107. quintessential
108. quixotic
109. rambunctious
110. rhetoric
111. serendipity
112. stereotype
113. superficial
114. syzygy
115. transcendentalism
116. ubiquitous
117. unprecedented
118. vacuous
119. vitriol
120. voluptuous
121. wanderlust
122. whimsical
123. xenophobia
124. zealous
125. zesty

Letter A

Ambiguous – able to be interpreted in more than one way; open to more than one interpretation

Example sentence: The ambiguous wording in the contract caused a lot of confusion.

Apathetic – having or showing little or no emotion or interest

Example sentence: After years of being in a toxic relationship, I’ve become quite apathetic towards love.

Archetype – a perfect example of a particular type of person or thing

Example sentence: In many ways, she is the archetype of a strong and independent woman.

Audacity – a willingness to take bold risks

Example sentence: It took a lot of audacity for him to quit his corporate job and start his own business/ he was audacious in quitting his corporate job and starting his own business.

It can also mean that someone is cheeky and disrespectful. For example, if someone cuts in front of you in line, you might say, “That was pretty audacious of them!”

Autonomous – existing independently; not subject to another’s authority

Example sentence: As an autonomous individual, I don’t need anyone’s approval to live my life the way I want to.

Letter B

Benefactor – a person who provides help or financial assistance to another

Example sentence: My benefactor has been helping me pay for my college education.

Benevolent – well-meaning and kindly

Example sentence: The benevolent woman spent her life helping others.

Bigotry – intolerance toward those who hold different opinions from oneself

Example sentence: The bigotry and hatred expressed by some people during the presidential campaign were shocking.

Boisterous – noisy and full of energy

Example sentence: The boisterous party next door kept me up all night.

Bombastic – using language that is complex and intended to impress but insincerely; high-sounding but with little meaning behind the words.

Example sentence: His bombastic speeches were filled with empty promises.

Bravado – a show of boldness or daring, especially when it is false

Example sentence: He talks a lot of tough talk, but it’s all just bravado.

Letter C

Callous – showing or having an insensitive and cruel disregard for others

Example sentence: The callous way she talked about her ex-boyfriends showed that she was not ready for a serious relationship.

Camaraderie – a spirit of friendly, good-fellowship

Example sentence: There’s a strong sense of camaraderie among the employees of this company.

Candid – honest and straightforward; not hiding one’s true feelings or intentions

Example sentence: I appreciate your candid feedback. It helps me to improve my work.

Candor – the quality of being open and honest in expression

Example sentence: I appreciate your candor in telling me that my proposal was not up to your standards.

Capricious – quick to change; often changing suddenly.

Example sentence: The capricious nature of the stock market can make it a risky investment.

Censure – to express strong disapproval; intensely criticize

Example sentence: The company was censured for its unethical business practices.

Chagrin – a feeling of distress, disappointment, or embarrassment caused by the failure of one’s hopes or plans

Example sentence: I felt a great sense of chagrin when I realized that I had made a mistake.

Coercive – using force or threats to persuade someone to do something

Example sentence: The coercive methods used by the government to silence public disagreements is unacceptable.

Collusion – secret agreement or cooperation especially for an illegal or deceitful purpose

Example sentence: The companies were accused of collusion in a government investigation.

Compelling – so attractive, interesting, or important that it is difficult to resist or ignore

Example sentence: The compelling evidence showed that the defendant was guilty.

Contemptuous – feeling or showing a strong dislike for someone or something that you consider to be below you in standard or quality

Example sentence: The bully looked at me with a contemptuous expression on her face.

Contentious – controversial; likely to cause an argument or disagreement

Example sentence: The contentious issue of immigration reform has divided the country.

Conundrum – a confusing and difficult problem or question

Example sentence: The conundrum of how to solve the economic crisis is still unresolved.

Cosmopolitan – having wide international experience or interest; very sophisticated and widely traveled

Example sentence: She’s a cosmopolitan woman who has lived in many different countries.

Courtesy – the quality of showing politeness and good manners

Example sentence: It’s a courtesy to RSVP to a party if you’re planning on attending.

Credulous – too willing to believe that something is true, especially without questioning it or checking it first

Example sentence: He was a credulous child who believed everything he was told.

Cynical: skeptical or distrustful of people because they are considered to be driven by self-interest

Example sentence: The cynical woman didn’t believe anything the politician said.

Letter D

Decentralization – the process of moving power or responsibility away from a central authority

Example sentence: The decentralization of the government has led to more regional conflicts.

Decorum – correct or appropriate behavior or manner

Example sentence: The decorum of the event was disrupted by a group of rowdy protesters.

Defamation – the act or crime of making a false spoken statement about someone that damages their reputation

Example sentence: He was sued for defamation after he made false statements about the victim on social media.

Deride – to speak to or about someone or something in a way that shows you think they are unimportant or have no value

Example sentence: He derided her ideas as being too idealistic.

Despondent – feeling or showing hopelessness and despair

Example sentence: After his business failed, he became despondent and stopped leaving the house.

Disdain – a feeling that someone or something is not worthy of any respect or consideration; contempt

Example sentence: He looked at her with disdain when she told him she had only read one book in the past year.

Dissemination – the act of spreading information or ideas

Example sentence: The dissemination of false information can have dangerous consequences.

Dystopia – an imaginary place where everything is unpleasant or bad, often representing a possible future

Example sentence: The novel is set in a dystopian future where the government controls everything.

Letter E

Ebullience – great happiness, energy and enthusiasm

Example sentence: The ebullience of the crowd was infectious.

Echelon – a level or rank in an organization, profession, or society

Example sentence: She’s at the top echelon of her profession.

Effervescence – the quality of being lively and exciting

Example sentence: The child’s effervescence made her quite popular among her friends.

Eloquence: – the ability to communicate effectively and persuasively

Example sentence: His eloquence was one of the things that made him a successful politician.

Elusive – difficult to find, catch, or achieve

Example sentence: The elusive goal of world peace seems to be getting further and further away.

Empirical – based on actual experience or observation rather than theory

Example sentence: The empirical evidence showed that the theory was correct.

Endemic – existing or occurring naturally in a particular area or environment. This could be a disease, condition, native plant or animal.

Example sentence: Poverty is endemic in this region of the country.

Example 2: Malaria is endemic because it persists in particular regions such as Africa and South Asia.

Enigma – a person or thing that is mysterious or difficult to understand

Example sentence: He’s an enigma – we never know what he will do next.

Enrapture – to fill with great joy or admiration

Example sentence: The child was enraptured by the magic of the circus.

Epiphany – a moment when you suddenly feel that you understand or become aware of something in a new and important way

Example sentence: It was an epiphany for me when I realized that I didn’t have to please everyone all the time.

Epoch – a period of time in history or a person’s life when something significant happens

Example sentence: The Industrial Revolution was an epoch in human history.

Erratic – irregular or unpredictable in behavior or course

Example sentence: Her erratic driving made us all nervous.

Ethereal – very delicate and light in a way that seems too perfect for this world

Example sentence: The ethereal beauty of the snowflakes was breathtaking.

Exemplary – serving as a very good example

Example sentence: Her exemplary behavior made her a role model for other students.

Extradited – surrendered by one state or country to another, typically because the person has been accused or convicted of a crime

Example sentence: The criminal was extradited to the United States to stand trial.

Euphemism – a word or phrase used to avoid saying something that might be considered too direct, offensive or embarrassing

Example sentence: ‘passed away’ is a euphemism for ‘died’

Extraterrestrial – from outside the Earth or its atmosphere

Example sentence: There is no evidence that extraterrestrial life exists.

Exuberant – full of energy and enthusiasm

Example sentence: The exuberant child was bouncing off the walls.

Letter F

Facetious – not serious and often humorous; joking sometimes inappropriately

Example sentence: His facetious comments about the situation were not appreciated by everyone.

Fallacy – a mistaken belief, often held for emotional reasons, that is not based on fact or logic

Example sentence: The fallacy that all immigrants are criminals is sadly all too common.

Fanaticism – excessive enthusiasm and intense devotion to a cause or activity

Example sentence: The fanaticism of the fans was on full display at the game.

Example 2: The mistreatment of women in certain regions represents the worst of religious fanaticism.

Fatalism – the belief that events are predetermined by fate and cannot be changed

Example sentence: Many people have a fatalistic attitude towards life and believe that whatever will be will be.

Fathom – to understand something that is not easy to understand

Example sentence: I can’t fathom why anyone would want to hurt innocent people.

fervor – intense or passionate emotion

Example sentence: The fans’ fervor at the football match was palpable.

Letter H

heterogeneous – consisting of dissimilar or diverse elements

Example sentence: The class was heterogeneous in terms of age, gender, and background.

homogeneous: – of the same kind; alike

Example sentence: The class was homogeneous regarding age, gender, and background.

Letter I

Idolatry – the worship of idols, as though they were God

Example sentence: The idolatry of celebrities is a disturbing trend.

Impetuous – acting or done quickly and without thought or care

Example sentence: She made an impetuous decision to quit her job.

Implausible – not believable; not able to be believed

Example sentence: The implausible story that he told us just didn’t add up.

Inane – silly or pointless

Example sentence: The inane comments that he made were not appreciated by anyone.

incandescence – the state of being white-hot and glowing with intense heat

Example sentence: The incandescence of the sun was too much to look at directly.

Incongruous – not in harmony or keeping with the surroundings or other aspects of something; out of place

Example sentence: The incongruous sight of a penguin in the desert was quite bizarre.

Ineffable – too great or extreme to be described in words

Example sentence: The ineffable beauty of the sunset was breathtaking.

Inertia – a tendency to do nothing or to remain unchanged

Example sentence: The inertia of the company was a major problem.

Infatuation – a feeling of strong or excessive admiration or attraction

Example sentence: He had an infatuation with the movie star.

Innocuous – not harmful or offensive

Example sentence: The innocuous comment was taken the wrong way.

Insidious – seeming harmless but actually very harmful

Example sentence: The insidious effects of the virus were not immediately apparent.

Integrity – the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles

Example sentence: He is a man of integrity and can be trusted.

Iridescent – having lustrous rainbow-like colors that seem to change with movement

Example sentence: The iridescent fish was a thing of beauty.

Letter J

Jaded – bored or lacking enthusiasm, especially because of having experienced too much of something

Example sentence: The jaded traveler was not impressed by the sights.

Jaunty – having a cheerful, lively, and self-confident manner

Example sentence: The jaunty little dog was a joy to be around.

Jovial – good-humored or playful

Example sentence: The jovial mood of the party’s host was contagious.

Letter K

Kinetic- relating to or involving movement

Example sentence: The kinetic energy of the particles could not be seen by the naked eye.

Letter L

Lethargic – tired and sleepy; lacking energy or enthusiasm

Example sentence: The lethargic dog was not interested in going for a walk.

Luminescent – producing or emitting light, especially as a result of a chemical or electrical reaction

Example sentence: The luminescent system of the jellyfish was a fascinating sight.

Letter M

Macabre – involving or suggestive of death or violence

Example sentence: The macabre scene was not for the faint of heart.

Magnanimous – generous or forgiving, especially toward a rival or enemy

Example sentence: He was magnanimous in victory.

Malevolent – having or showing a wish to do evil to others

Example sentence: The malevolent creature hissed and spat at us.

Misanthropy – hatred of humanity

Example sentence: Her misanthropy was evident in the way she spoke about other people.

Letter N

Nefarious – extremely wicked

Example sentence: The nefarious activities of the criminal organization were finally exposed.

Nihilism – the belief that nothing in the world has any real meaning or value

Example sentence: His nihilistic outlook on life was quite depressing.

Letter O

Obfuscation – making something difficult to understand, usually intentionally

Example sentence: The obfuscation of the legal language made it difficult to understand the document.

Obsequious – too eager to help or please someone in authority

Example sentence: The obsequious waiter was always at her beck and call.

Omniscient – knowing everything

Example sentence: The omniscient being was all-seeing and all-knowing.

Ostentatious – trying to impress people by displaying wealth or success

Example sentence: The ostentatious car could be seen far down the street.

Letter P

Paradigm – a typical example or pattern of something; a model

Example sentence: The new paradigm of online education is changing the way we learn.

Partisanship – strong support for a particular person or political party

Example sentence: Partisanship was evident in the way they spoke about the other candidate.

Pedantic – insulting way to describe someone that is concerned with minor details and rules rather than the main issue

Example sentence: The pedantic teacher was always correcting her students.

Pejorative – expresses disapproval or negative sentiments

Example sentence: The pejorative term “welfare queen” is often used to describe someone who is lazy and lives off of government assistance.

Perspicacious – having or showing an ability to notice and understand things quickly

Example sentence: Her perspicacious mind was always one step ahead.

Philanthropy – the desire to help others, especially by giving money to good causes

Example sentence: Her philanthropy was well-known throughout Ireland, and she donated to many causes.

Platitude – a remark or statement that is often repeated and is true but has become dull or meaningless because it is too familiar

Example sentence: The platitude “time heals all wounds” was of little comfort to her.

Polygamy – the practice or custom of having more than one wife or husband at the same time

Example sentence: Polygamy is illegal in many countries.

Pragmatic – dealing with things sensibly, realistically and practically

Example sentence: Her pragmatic approach to problem-solving was a breath of fresh air.

Precipitous – done suddenly or impulsively without proper thought or care

Example sentence: His precipitous decision to quit his job was a mistake.

Prestige – high status or respect that comes from having a lot of power, success, or fame

Example sentence: The prestigious university was challenging to get into.

Prodigal – wasteful or extravagant with money or resources

Example sentence: His prodigal spending led to his financial ruin.

Propaganda – information, especially of a biased or misleading nature, used to promote a political cause or point of view

Example sentence: The propaganda campaign was successful in swaying public opinion.

Letter Q

Quintessential – embodying the most perfect or typical example of something

Example sentence: The quintessential Irish farmhouse was picturesque and charming.

Quixotic – idealistic but impractical

Example sentence: His quixotic dream of becoming a professional singer was never realized.

Letter R

Rambunctious – noisy and lacking in restraint or discipline

Example sentence: The rambunctious children were a handful, especially on long drives.

Rhetoric – the art of using language effectively and persuasively

Example sentence: The politician’s rhetoric was designed to appeal to the masses.

Letter S

Serendipity – finding something good or useful by chance

Example sentence: It was serendipity that led her to find the perfect dress.

Stereotype – a fixed or conventional notion or image

Example sentence: The stereotype of the lazy teenager is often inaccurate.

Superficial – not true or real; existing or appearing only on the surface

Example sentence: Her superficial beauty was only skin-deep.

Syzygy – the alignment of three celestial bodies in a straight line

Example sentence: The syzygy of the sun, moon, and Earth can cause an eclipse.

Letter T

Transcendentalism – the belief that spirituality is based on intuititive thinking and self reflection, allowing us to breakthrough to a higher spiritual level

Example sentence: His transcendentalism led him to believe in things that others could not see.

Letter U

Ubiquitous – present or being everywhere at the same time

Example sentence: The ubiquitous presence of technology in our lives is a recent phenomenon.

Unprecedented – never done or known before

Example sentence: The company’s unprecedented success was a surprise to everyone.

Letter V

Vacuous – having or showing a lack of thought or intelligence

Example sentence: His vacuous comments indicated that he had not really understood the question.

Vitriol – harsh or bitter criticism

Example sentence: The vitriol in her voice was unmistakable.

Voluptuous – brings pleasure to the senses; having a full, rounded shape, curvy (typically used to describe body types)

Example sentence: Kim Kardashian has voluptuous curves

Letter W

Wanderlust – a strong, instinctive desire to travel and explore the world

Example sentence: Her wanderlust led her to quit her job and travel the world.

Whimsical – fanciful, playful, unpredictable, imaginative

Example sentence: The whimsical decorations made the party feel like a fairytale.

Letter X

Xenophobia – fear or hatred of foreigners, people from different cultures, or anything that is strange or different

Example sentence: The xenophobia of the town was evident in their treatment of the refugees.

Letter Z

zealous – having or showing great energy and enthusiasm for something

Example sentence: He was zealous in his pursuit of the perfect cup of coffee.

Zesty – having a strong, pleasant taste or smell, full of flavour

Example sentence: The zesty lemonade was a refreshing change from the usual.

In Conclusion

There are many words in the English language that are deep in meaning and can be used to describe a wide range of things. These words are often used in literature and speech to convey a certain feeling or image. They are also useful in everyday conversation to add depth and interest. By exploring the different depths of meaning in words, we can expand our vocabulary and communication skills.

Ever felt the need to absquatulate? Got yourself into a kerfuffle at work? Or maybe you’ve come across a conundrum and aren’t sure what to do? If you aren’t familiar with a few of these words don’t fret, as they are just some of the thousands of words unique to English that you may never have heard before.

You might think you have a solid grasp of the English language, but there are so many words that make it up it really is tough to know every word. There are an estimated 171,146 words in the English language today, with an additional 47,156 obsolete words according to the Oxford Dictionary. So it’s no real surprise there are tons of words you may never have heard of or had to use during your everyday life. 

But if you want to expand your vocabulary or have a passion for language, you might want to learn some of these unique words. That’s where we can help. We have collected 230 words unique to English below, along with the type of word they are and what they mean so you can start impressing everyone with your knowledge of the English language. 

Words Unique To English: 230 Words and Their Meanings

1. Abibliophobi (noun) – The fear of running out of things to read. 

2. Abomasum (noun) – The fourth stomach of a sheep or cow. 

3. Absquatulate (verb) – To leave somewhere abruptly.

4. Acatalectic (adjective) – Having a full line of syllables. 

5. Accismus (noun) – This foreign word comes from the Latin word accismus and means to feign interest in something when you really covet it. 

6. Adagio (noun) – Something at a slow tempo.

7. Ailurophile (noun) – The word for someone who is a cat lover. 

8. Alcazar (noun) – A Spanish word meaning palace or fortress.

9. Amok (noun) – A sudden assault against people that comes from nowhere. 

10. Amphisbaena (noun) – A serpent in mythology that has a head at either end of its body. 

11. Anachronism (verb) –  Something (or someone) that is out of place in terms of time or chronology. 

12. Antimacassar (noun) – A cover used to protect furniture. 

13. Atingle (adjective) – To tingle with excitement. 

14. Apricity (noun) – The warmth of the Sun in Winter. 

15. Argle-bargle (noun) – A word used to denote someone who is waffling on or talking rubbish.

16. Aesthete (noun) – A person who is a lover of sensitive art. 

17. Aurora (noun) – Natural light in the sky caused by particles from the sun interacting with the planet’s magnetic field.

18. Bafflegab (noun) – Someone speaking gobbledygook. 

19. Bailiwick (noun) – Any area in which someone has superior knowledge. 

20. Bamboozle (verb) – To confuse or baffle someone. 

21. Bibble (verb) – To have a tipple of alcohol. 

22. Bodacious (adjective) – Someone with a curvy body. 

23. Borborygmus (noun) – The sound your stomach makes when you are hungry. 

24. Brouhaha (noun) – When someone is overly excited about something. 

25. Bugbear (noun) – A source of dread. 

26. Bumbershoot (noun) – Another word for an umbrella.

27. Bumfuzzled (adjective) – A cool word that means a state of confusion or shock. 

28. Bumfluff (noun) –  When someone gets their first hairs on their face. 

29. Cacophony (noun) – A jarring sound. 

30. Calliope (noun) – A word that stands for the Greek Muse of heroic poetry and also doubles as an instrument similar to the organ. 

31. Cattywampus (adjective) – When something is going badly or awkwardly. 

32. Calamity (noun) – A great misfortune or disaster.

33. Cheesy (adjective) – Tacky.

34. Clinomania (noun) – An excessive desire to stay in bed. 

35. Collywobbles (noun) – A strange feeling in your guts. 

36. Connecticutian (noun) – Someone who is a resident of the state of Connecticut. 

37. Consanguineous (adjective) – Descending from the same ancestor. 

38. Conundrum (noun) – A problem that is difficult to solve. 

39. Convivial (adjective) – A good host. 

40. Cornucopia  (noun) – An abundance. 

41. Crestfallen (adjective) – Feeling dejected. 

42. Cryptozoology (noun) – The search for legendary animals that don’t exist. 

43. Defenestration (noun) – Throwing someone out of a window. 

44. Demitasse (noun) – A small cup of black coffee. 

45. Demure (adjective) – Reserved or shy. 

46. Denouement (noun) – The final outcome of a story. 

47. Discombobulated (adjective) – Confused. 

48. Doohickey (noun) – A small object you can’t remember the name of. 

49. Doppelgänger (noun) – Your double. 

50. Dowdy (adjective) – Something old or shabby. 

51. Draconian (adjective) – Something that is harsh or unfair. 

52. Dumfounded (adjective) – Speechless. 

53. Effervescent (adjective) – Bubbly or excited. 

54. Elegance (noun) – To have grace or dignity. 

55. Elixir (noun) – A liquid that can prolong life. 

56. Epeolatry (noun) – Rare word meaning the worship of words. 

57. Ephemeral (adjective) – Lasting a short time. 

58. Epiphany (noun) – An illuminating discovery, often life-changing. 

59. Erinaceous (adjective) – Something related to a hedgehog. 

60. Ersatz (adjective) – Inferior substitute. 

61. Ethereal (adjective) – Not from this world. 

62. Eudaemonia (noun) – Happiness. 

63. Facepalm (verb) – An expression of embarrassment. 

64. Festooned (noun) – A decorative chain. 

65. Finagle (verb) – To achieve something through trickery. 

66. Flabbergasted (noun) – Being surprised or shocked. 

67. Flawsome (adjective) – Someone who is awesome despite their flaws. 

68. Flibbertigibbet (noun) – A silly person. 

69. Flimflam (noun) – To trick or deceive someone. 

70. Flummery (noun) – Porridge made with flour. 

71. Flummox (verb) – Once common in American English, this word means to confuse.

72. Flyspeck (noun) – Something small or insignificant. 

73. Fracas (noun) – A noisy argument or fight. 

74. Frangipani (noun) – A perfume that smells like the flower plumeria.

75. Fuddy-duddy (noun) – An old-fashioned person. 

76. Funambulist (noun) – A person who walks a tightrope. 

77. Gadzooks (interjection) – To be surprised. 

78. Gambit (non) – An opening remark. Also the name of an X-Men character. 

79. Gazebo (noun) – A free-standing structure with no walls. 

80. Gibberish (noun) – Something doesn’t make sense. 

81. Gizmo (noun) – A gadget. 

82. Glabella (noun) – The smooth area between your eyebrows. 

83. Gossamer (noun) – Something light. 

84. Guffaw (noun) – Boisterous laughter. 

85. Gubbins (noun) – A foolish person. 

86. Guru (noun) – Spiritual leader or teacher. 

87. Haboob (noun) – A violent and sudden dust storm, typically found in Sudan. 

88. Halcyon (adjective) – Prosperity. 

89. Heliophile (noun) – Someone attracted to sunlight. 

90. Hillbillly (noun) – Someone from a backward area. 

91. Hodgepodge (noun) – A mixture of things. 

92. Hokum (noun) – Utter nonsense. 

93. Hoosegow (noun) – Another word for jail. 

94. Hullabaloo (noun) – A loud disturbance. 

95. Huzzah (noun) – Expressing joy. 

96. Ignoramus (noun) – An extremely arrogant and self-titled person. 

97. Impedimenta (plural noun) – Things that get in your way or stop you from carrying out tasks. 

98. Incendiary (adjective) – Extremely hot. 

99. Ineffable (adjective) – Hard to describe. 

100. Infatuation (noun) – Obsessed. 

101. Infinitesimal (adjective) – Something extremely small.

102. Inkling (noun) – Slight suspicion. 

103. Interrobang (adjective) – A combination of the question mark and exclamation mark that looks like this; ‽.

104. Iridescent (adjective) – Colors that seem to change when looked at at different angles. 

105. Izzard (noun) – Word that stands for the letter z.

106. Jabberwocky (noun)  – Meaningless talk. 

107. Jackasseries (noun) – Something stupid. 

108. Jalopy (noun) – An old dilapidated vehicle. 

109. Jentacular (adjective) – Relating to anything breakfast. 

110. Juxtaposition (noun) – Two things side by side. 

111. Kakorrhaphiophobia (noun) – Fear of failure, 

112. Kaput (adjective) – Something that is destroyed. 

113. Kerfuffle (noun) – A commotion or disturbance. 

114. Kerplunk (adverb) – A loud, dull thud. Also the name of a board game. 

115. Kismet (noun) – Fate.

116. Kumquat (noun) – A small round citrus fruit. 

117. Kvetch (noun) – To complain continuously. 

118. Lackadaisical (adjective) – Lacking life or spirit. 

119. Lagoon (noun) – A body of water. 

120. Lamprophony (noun) – Speaking loudly. 

121. Languor (noun) – Weakness or weariness of body or mind.

122. Lassitude (noun) – Being fatigued or weary. 

123. Limburger (noun) – A type of smelly cheese. 

124. Limerence (noun) – Being obsessed and infatuated with another person. 

125. Lithe (adjective) – Slim.

126. Logophile (noun) – Someone who loves words. 

127. Lollapalooza (noun) – Something impressive. 

128. Lollygag (verb) – To fool around and waste time. 

129. Lugubrious (adjective) – Mournful. 

130. Lummox (noun) – A clumsy person. 

131. Machination (noun) – A crafty action with an evil outcome.

132. Macrosmatic (adjective) – Having a highly developed sense of smell. 

133. Maelstrom (noun) – A powerful whirlpool. 

134. Manifesto (noun) – A written statement declaring publicly the intentions, motives, or views of its issuer. 

135. Melancholy (noun) – A feeling of sadness. 

136. Mellifluous (adjective) – Having a smooth, rich flow. 

137. Miffed (verb) – To be annoyed or frustrated. 

138. Mixologist (adjective) – Someone who mixes drinks.

139. Mnemonic (adjective) – Relating to memory. 

140. Mollycoddle (verb) – To give someone too much attention. 

141. Mondegreen (noun) – Mishearing song lyrics or words in a conversation. 

142. Moocher (noun) – Someone who lives off other people’s generosity. 

143. Mufti (noun) – Ordinary clothes. 

144. Mulligatawny (noun) – A curry-flavored soup made with chicken or beef stock. 

145. Muumuu (noun) – A loose-fitting dress with patterns and bright colors. What Homer Simpson enjoys wearing. 

146. Murmuration (noun) – The act of murmuring. 

147. Myopic (adjective) – The scientific word for near-sighted. 

148. Nabob (noun) – A wealthy person. 

149. Nadir (noun) – The lowest point.

150. Nefarious (adjective) – Wicked or evil. 

151. Nemesis (noun) – Arch rival. 

152. Nincompoop (noun) – A fool.

153. Noctambulist (noun) – A person who walks while they are asleep. 

154. Nonplussed (adjective) – Someone who isn’t bothered. 

155. Noyade (noun) – A mass drowning. 

156. Noxious (adjective) – Something dangerous or harmful. 

157. Nudiustertian (adjective) – The day before yesterday. 

158. Omphalos (noun) – The central point. 

159. Onomatopoeia (noun) – Something named after the sound it makes. 

160. Operose (adjective) – Tiresome. 

161. Orrery (noun) – An apparatus showing the relative positions and motions of bodies in the solar system by balls moved by a clockwork.

162. Otalgia (noun) – Earache. 

163. Panacea (noun) – A cure for everything. 

164. Paradox (noun) – Something that contradicts itself. 

165. Paraph (noun) – A flourish made at the end of a signature.

166. Pareidolia (noun) – Seeing shapes or images that aren’t there.

167. Pauciloquent (adjective) – Using few words. 

168. Peely-wally (adjective) – Scottish slang for someone who looks pale or ill. 

169. Peripatetic (noun) – A nomad. 

170. Peterman (noun) – Another name for a fisherman or a safecracker.

171. Petrichor (noun) – The smell after it rains. 

172. Phyllo (noun) – Thin dough used to make flakey pastry.

173. Pilgarlic (noun) – A bald-headed man. 

174. Pimp (noun) – A person who exploits women for money. 

175. Plethora (noun) – An abundance of something. 

176. Pluviophile (noun) – Someone who loves the rain. 

177. Pneumatic (adjective) – Related to gas. 

178. Polyphiloprogenitive (adjective) – Extremely prolific. 

179. Pother (noun) – A commotion. 

180. Pristine (adjective) – Very clean. 

181. Propinquity (noun) – Another word for proximity. 

182. Psychotomimetic (adjective) – Relating to, involving, or inducing psychotic alteration of behavior and personality.

183. Quintessence (noun) – The ideal answer. 

184. Quire (noun) – A collection of 24 or 25 papers of the same size and shape. 

185. Raconteur (noun) – A good storyteller. 

186. Ragamuffin (noun) – A poorly dressed person. 

187. Razzia (noun) – To plunder. 

188. Renaissance (noun) – A period in Italian history beginning in the 14th century and lasting until the 17th century.

189. Riposte (noun) – A quick or witty response. 

190. Sanctimony (noun) – Hypocritical.

191. Sanguine (noun) – To be optimistic. 

192. Sequoia (noun) – A type of tree. 

193. Serendipity (noun) – The act of finding something valuable or interesting when you are not looking for it.

194. Sibilant (adjective) – Hissing sound. 

195. Snickersnee (noun) – A large knife.

196. Somnambulist (noun) – A person who sleepwalks. 

197. Sonder (noun) – An understanding that everyone else on the planet has their own complex life. 

198. Sozzled (adjective) – Drunk as a skunk. 

199. Sumptuous (adjective) – Rich or luxurious. 

200. Supine (adjective) – Lying on your back. 

201. Surreptitious (adjective) – Being stealthy. 

202. Syzygy (noun) – A nearly straight-line configuration of three celestial bodies.

203. Taradiddle (noun) – A British word for nonsense.

204. Tergiversation (noun) – Being evasive and not straightforward.

205. Thwart (verb) – To put a stop to something unexpectedly. 

206. Tittynope (noun) – A small amount of leftover food. 

207. Trade-off (noun) – Giving one thing up for something else. 

208. Trichotillomania (noun) – The compulsive desire to pull your hair out. 

209. Ulotrichous (adjective) – Having wooly hair. 

210. Vellichor (noun) – The wistfulness and nostalgia of a second-hand bookshop.

211. Verisimilitude (noun) – Similar to the truth. 

212. Wabbit (noun) – To feel unwell. 

213. Wanderlust (noun) – A passion for traveling. 

214. Wassail (noun) – A warm drink, usually alcoholic. 

215. Wherewithal (noun) – To have the resources or means. 

216. Whippersnapper (noun) – A young and inexperienced person. 

217. Widdershins (adverb) – A clockwise direction. 

218. Winklepicker (noun) – A show with a sharp, pointed end. 

219. Woebegone (adjective) – Experiencing great woe or being in a sorry state. 

220. Xenotransplantation (noun) – The transplantation of an organ, tissue, or cells between two different species.

221. Xertz (noun) – To drink something quickly. 

222. Yeet (interjection) – Slang word for excitement. 

223. Yarborough (noun) – A hand in Bridge. 

224. Yokel (noun) – Less than intelligent person from a small town. 

225. Zaftig (adjective) – A round or plump figure. 

226. Zeal (noun) – Eagerness. 

227. Zeitgeist (noun) – The unique spirit of an era. 

228. Zenith (noun) – To reach the highest point. 

229. Zephyr (noun) – A gentle breeze. 

230. Ziggurat (noun) – An ancient Mesopotamian temple tower. Often in the shape of a pyramid. 

Tobias is a content specialist with over a decade of experience writing about men’s lifestyles for a variety of publications around the world. When not on his computer he enjoys traveling, eating pizza, and watching 80s action films.

Literature

There are many reasons one might wish to expand their English vocabulary: Impressing someone on a first date or interview, finally beating your mom at scrabble, expanding your understanding of a second language, finding new PG-rated insults, or simply because English is fun.

Much like American culture, the English language has become a mix of words from many different languages and cultures over the centuries and has eight different dialects spoken in North America alone.

In addition to that, new words – such as glamping (noun: a mix of glamorous and camping, where you camp with air conditioning and other luxuries) – are evolving all the time and being added to the dictionary.

If you are one who wishes to add to your mental word bank, for whatever reason, here are 25 words that can be worked into your daily vocabulary with only a little bit of effort. Here are 25 Unique English Words You Should Add To Your Vocabulary.

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