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swinging
moving back and forth or from side to side while suspended or on an axis, lively, exciting, and fashionable
swirling
moving in a twisting or spiralling pattern
swirly
moving in or characterized by swirling shapes or patterns
swarming
moving in or forming a large or dense group
swaying
moving slowly or rhythmically backwards and forwards or from side to side
terminal
forming or situated at the end or extremity of something, (of a disease) predicted to lead to death, especially slowly; incurable
streetwise
having the experience and knowledge necessary to deal with the potential difficulties or dangers of life in an urban environment
sweet
having the pleasant taste characteristic of sugar or honey; not salt, sour, or bitter, pleasing in general; delightful,
strong
having the power to move heavy weights or perform other physically demanding tasks, able to withstand force, pressure, or wear
surreal
having the qualities of surrealism; bizarre
strip
remove all coverings from, leave bare of accessories or fittings, deprive someone of (rank, power, or property), sell off
take_the_place_of
replace.
talk_back
reply defiantly or insolently
spyware
software that enables a user to obtain covert information about another's computer activities by transmitting data covertly from
stammer
speak with sudden involuntary pauses and a tendency to repeat the initial letters of words
strangle
squeeze or constrict the neck of (a person or animal), especially so as to cause death
spritz
squirt or spray a liquid at or on to (something) in quick, short bursts
supe
supernumerary; especially a theatrical extra., superintendent; especially a police superintendent.
supplant
supersede and replace
stint
supply a very ungenerous or inadequate amount of (something)
subsidize
support (an organization or activity) financially
subvent
support or assist by the payment of a subvention
surmise
suppose that something is true without having evidence to confirm it
telepathic
supposedly capable of transmitting thoughts to other people and of knowing their thoughts; psychic
swart
swarthy.
syncretism
the amalgamation or attempted amalgamation of different religions, cultures, or schools of thought
staghorn
the antler of a stag, used to make handles for knives and walking sticks.
technology
the application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, especially in industry
structure
the arrangement of and relations between the parts or elements of something complex
tenure
the conditions under which land or buildings are held or occupied., the holding of an office, guaranteed permanent employment
survival_of_the_fittest
the continued existence of organisms which are best adapted to their environment, with the extinction of others
syneresis
the contraction of two vowels into a diphthong or single vowel.
stomach
the internal organ in which the major part of the digestion of food occurs, being (in humans and many mammals) a pear
stasi
the internal security force of the former German Democratic Republic, abolished in 1989.
stewardship
the job of supervising or taking care of something, such as an organization or property
talus
the large bone in the ankle, which articulates with the tibia of the leg and the calcaneus and navicular bone of the foot.
sunni
the larger of the two main branches of Islam, which differs from Shia in its understanding of the Sunna
sterilization
the process of making something free from bacteria or other living microorganisms
stabilization
the process of making something physically more secure or stable
telemetry
the process of recording and transmitting the readings of an instrument
squalor
the state of being extremely dirty and unpleasant, especially as a result of poverty or neglect
stability
the state of being stable
tension
the state of being stretched tight, mental or emotional strain
stupefaction
the state of being stupefied
superiority
the state of being superior, a supercilious manner or attitude
subsequence
the state of following something, especially as a result or effect
stagnation
the state of not flowing or moving
suffering
the state of undergoing pain, distress, or hardship
supremacy
the state or condition of being superior to all others in authority, power, or status
susceptibility
the state or fact of being likely or liable to be influenced or harmed by a particular thing, a person's feelings
strangeness
the state or fact of being strange., one of six flavours of quark.
survival
the state or fact of continuing to live or exist, typically in spite of an accident, ordeal, or difficult circumstances
suffocation
the state or process of dying from being deprived of air or unable to breathe
tedium
the state or quality of being tedious
stardom
the state or status of being a very famous or talented entertainer or sports player
stator
the stationary portion of an electric generator or motor, especially of an induction motor.
statehood
the status of being a recognized independent nation
subsurface
the stratum or strata below the earth's surface
stylistics
the study of the distinctive styles found in particular literary genres and in the works of individual writers.
syllabus
the subjects in a course of study or teaching,
suburbia
the suburbs or their inhabitants viewed collectively
storming
the sudden forceful attack and capture of a building or other place by troops
stroma
the supportive tissue of an epithelial organ, tumour, gonad, etc., consisting of connective tissues and blood vessels
telekinesis
the supposed ability to move objects at a distance by mental power or other non
telepathy
the supposed communication of thoughts or ideas by means other than the known senses.
tadpole
the tailed aquatic larva of an amphibian (frog, toad, newt, or salamander)
surroundings
the things and conditions around a person or thing
tercentenary
the three
teatime
the time in the afternoon when tea is traditionally served.
sunset
the time in the evening when the sun disappears or daylight fades
sundown
the time in the evening when the sun disappears or daylight fades.
sunrise
the time in the morning when the sun appears or full daylight arrives
sunup
the time in the morning when the sun appears or full daylight arrives
suppose
think or assume that something is true or probable but lack proof or certain knowledge
technologically
in a way that relates to or involves technology
strategically
in a way that relates to the achievement of long
strenuously
in a way that requires great physical exertion
stunningly
in an extremely impressive or attractive manner
strangely
in an unusual or surprising way
subsume
include or absorb (something) in something else
surpassing
incomparable or outstanding
table_talk
informal conversation carried on at meals
sue
institute legal proceedings against (a person or institution), typically for redress, appeal formally to a person for something
teasing
intended to provoke or make fun of someone in a playful way
taunting
intended to provoke someone in an insulting or contemptuous manner
symbiosis
interaction between two different organisms living in close physical association, typically to the advantage of both.
tamper
interfere with (something) in order to cause damage or make unauthorized alterations
squish
make a soft squelching sound when walked on or in
squelch
make a soft sucking sound such as that made by treading heavily through mud
swear
make a solemn statement or promise undertaking to do something or affirming that something is the case, use offensive language
stand_up_to
make a spirited defence against, be resistant to the harmful effects of (prolonged use)
tergiversate
make conflicting or evasive statements; equivocate, change one's loyalties; abandon a belief or principle.
struggle
make forceful or violent efforts to get free of restraint or constriction
tease
make fun of or attempt to provoke (a person or animal) in a playful way, gently pull or comb (tangled wool, hair, etc
strive
make great efforts to achieve or obtain something
straiten
make or become narrow
stiffen
make or become stiff or rigid
straighten
make or become straight, make tidy or put in order again
strengthen
make or become stronger
sweeten
make or become sweet or sweeter, especially in taste
tauten
make or become tight or tense
stabilize
make or become unlikely to give way or overturn
symmetrize
make symmetrical
stupefying
making one unable to think or feel properly
spluttering
making or characterized by explosive spitting or choking noises
supplicant
making or expressing a plea, especially to someone in power or authority
swish
move with a hissing or rushing sound, sink (a shot) without the ball touching the backboard or rim.
static_line
a length of cord used instead of a rip cord for opening a parachute
spliff
a cannabis cigarette.
station_wagon
a car with a longer body than usual
statue
a carved or cast figure of a person or animal, especially one that is life
suitcase
a case with a handle and a hinged lid, used for carrying clothes and other personal possessions
switcheroo
a change, reversal, or exchange, especially a surprising or deceptive one.
sura
a chapter or section of the Koran.
talk_show
a chat show, especially one in which listeners, viewers, or the studio audience are invited to participate in the discussion
sunstone
a chatoyant gem consisting of feldspar, with a red or gold lustre.
stepchild
a child of one's husband or wife by a previous marriage.
taoist
an adherent of the Chinese philosophy of Taoism
stained_glass
coloured glass used to form decorative or pictorial designs
tabernacle
(in biblical use) a fixed or movable dwelling, typically of light construction.
stipple
(in drawing, painting, and engraving) mark (a surface) with numerous small dots or specks
stakeholder
(in gambling) an independent party with whom each of those who make a wager deposits the money or counters wagered.
succuss
(in preparing homeopathic remedies) shake (a solution) vigorously
sublimate
(in psychoanalytic theory) divert or modify
susanna
(in the Apocrypha) a woman of Babylon falsely accused of adultery by two elders but saved by the sagacity of Daniel.
tenebrae
(in the Roman Catholic Church) matins and lauds for the last three days of Holy Week
sro
(in the UK) self
ssp
(in the UK) statutory sick pay.
surrey
(in the US) a light four
tammany
(in the US) a powerful organization within the Democratic Party that was widely associated with corruption
squawk
(of a bird) make a loud, harsh noise
stranded
(of a boat, sailor, or sea creature) left aground on a shore
sucking
(of a child or animal) not yet weaned
stuffed
(of a dead animal) having the skin filled with material to restore the original shape and appearance
subacid
(of a fruit) moderately sharp to the taste
stay_over
(of a guest or visitor) sleep somewhere, especially at someone's home, for the night
terraced
(of a house) forming part of a continuous row, (of land) having been formed into terraces.
subtend
(of a line, arc, or figure) form
supernatural
(of a manifestation or event) attributed to some force beyond scientific understanding or the laws of nature
stilted
(of a manner of talking or writing) stiff and self
stacked
(of a number of things) put or arranged in a stack or stacks,
surd
(of a number) irrational., (of a speech sound) uttered with the breath and not the voice (e.g. f, k, p, s, t).
sturdy
(of a person or their body) strongly and solidly built
subdued
(of a person or their manner) quiet and rather reflective or depressed, (of colour or lighting) soft and restrained
stern
(of a person or their manner) serious and unrelenting, especially in the assertion of authority and exercise of discipline
stentorian
(of a person's voice) loud and powerful
stooped
(of a person) having the head and shoulders habitually bent forwards
temperamental
(of a person) liable to unreasonable changes of mood, relating to a person's temperament
supine
(of a person) lying face upwards., failing to act or protest as a result of moral weakness or indolence
stateless
(of a person) not recognized as a citizen of any country
syphilis
a chronic bacterial disease that is contracted chiefly by infection during sexual intercourse
steeple
a church tower and spire.
stumbling_block
a circumstance that causes difficulty or hesitation
st_louis
a city and port in eastern Missouri, on the Mississippi just south of its confluence with the Missouri; population 354,361 (est
ss
Saints, shortstop., social security., steamship
spokane
a city in eastern Washington, situated on the falls of the Spokane River, near the border with Idaho; population 202,319 (est
ssr
Soviet Socialist Republic.
supposal
The action of supposing something, supposition. Formerly often in "on (also �쟵pon) supposal of (also �쟴hat)"
submittal
The action or an act of submitting something or to something., US. Something submitted for consideration or approval
talon
a claw, especially one belonging to a bird of prey, the part of a bolt against which the key presses to slide it in a lock.,
tandoor
a clay oven of a type used originally in northern India and Pakistan.
tablecloth
a cloth spread over a table, especially during meals.
squill
a coastal Mediterranean plant of the lily family, with broad leaves, white flowers, and a very large bulb.
subcommittee
a committee composed of some members of a larger committee, board, or other body and reporting to it
supercut
a compilation of a large number of short video clips
sucrose
a compound which is the chief component of cane or beet sugar.
tax
a compulsory contribution to state revenue, levied by the government on workers' income and business profits
stonk
a concentrated artillery bombardment
stipulation
a condition or requirement that is specified or demanded as part of an agreement
symposium
a conference or meeting to discuss a particular subject., a drinking party or convivial discussion
teleconference
a conference with participants in different locations linked by telecommunication devices.
taurus
a constellation (the Bull), said to represent a bull that was tamed by Jason. Its many bright stars include Aldebaran
strake
a continuous line of planking or plates from the stem to the stern of a ship or boat.
tanzania
a country in East Africa with a coastline on the Indian Ocean; population 53,500,000 (estimated 2015); official languages
sudan
a country in north
syria
a country in the Middle East with a coastline on the eastern Mediterranean Sea; population 17,100,000 (estimated 2014)
sweden
a country occupying the eastern part of the Scandinavian peninsula; population 9,800,000 (estimated 2015); official language
suriname
a country on the north
staffordshire
a county of central England; county town, Stafford.
suffolk
a county of eastern England, on the coast of East Anglia; county town, Ipswich.
swivel
a coupling between two parts enabling one to revolve without turning the other.
sunblock
a cream or lotion for protecting the skin from the sun and preventing sunburn.
sunscreen
a cream or lotion rubbed on to the skin to protect it from the sun
stolon
a creeping horizontal plant stem or runner that takes root at points along its length to form new plants.
swingletree
a crossbar pivoted in the middle, to which the traces are attached in a horse
subculture
a cultural group within a larger culture, often having beliefs or interests at variance with those of the larger culture
teacup
a cup from which tea is drunk.
tally
a current score or amount, a piece of wood scored across with notches for the items of an account and then split into halves
swag
a curtain or piece of fabric fastened so as to hang in a drooping curve., money or goods taken by a thief or burglar, bold self
synchrotron
a cyclotron in which the magnetic field strength increases with the energy of the particles to keep their orbital radius constant
spool
a cylindrical device on which film, magnetic tape, thread, or other flexible materials can be wound; a reel
tar
a dark, thick flammable liquid distilled from wood or coal, consisting of a mixture of hydrocarbons, resins, alcohols
splotch
a daub, blot, or smear of something, typically a liquid
stepdaughter
a daughter of one's husband or wife by a previous marriage.
stepsister
a daughter of one's step
tai
a deep red
statement
a definite or clear expression of something in speech or writing
stylist
a designer of fashionable styles of clothing, a person whose job is to arrange and coordinate food, clothes, etc
spite
a desire to hurt, annoy, or offend someone
strudel
a dessert of thin pastry rolled up round a fruit filling and baked
tap
a device by which a flow of liquid or gas from a pipe or container can be controlled
stapler
a device for fastening together sheets of paper with a staple or staples.
switch
a device for making and breaking the connection in an electric circuit
teleprinter
a device for transmitting telegraph messages as they are keyed, and for printing messages received.
strainer
a device having holes punched in it or made of crossed wires for separating solid matter from a liquid
sprinkler
a device that sprays water.
spreader
a device used for spreading or scattering a substance over a wide area, a person who spreads or disseminates something
stripper
a device used for stripping something, a striptease performer
teleprompter
a device used to project a speaker's script on to a transparent panel in front of a television camera lens in such a way that
spur
a device with a small spike or a spiked wheel that is worn on a rider's heel and used for urging a horse forward.
strop
a device, typically a strip of leather, for sharpening razors.
subdirectory
a directory below another directory in a hierarchy.
sundae
a dish of ice cream with added ingredients such as fruit, nuts, and syrup.
stew
a dish of meat and vegetables cooked slowly in liquid in a closed dish or pan, a state of great anxiety or agitation
subsection
a division of a section
spitz
a dog of a small breed with a pointed muzzle, especially a Pomeranian.
staffordshire_bull_terrier
a dog of a small stocky breed of terrier, with a short, broad head and dropped ears.
talbot
a dog of an extinct light
stupa
a dome
tape_measure
a length of tape or thin flexible metal, marked at graded intervals for measuring.
standard
a level of quality or attainment, something used as a measure, norm, or model in comparative evaluations,
terrace
a level paved area next to a building; a patio, each of a series of flat areas made on a slope, used for cultivation.
terreplein
a level space where a battery of guns is mounted.
sundress
a light, loose, sleeveless dress, typically having a wide neckline and thin shoulder straps.
stria
a linear mark, slight ridge, or groove on a surface, often one of a number of similar parallel features.
swinger
a lively and fashionable person who goes to a lot of social events
tailback
a long queue of stationary or slow
squeal
a long, high
stripe
a long, narrow band or strip differing in colour or texture from the surface on either side of it
surfboard
a long, narrow shaped board used in surfing.
streamer
a long, narrow strip of material used as a decoration or symbol,
streak
a long, thin line or mark of a different substance or colour from its surroundings
stringer
a longitudinal structural piece in a framework, especially that of a ship or aircraft.
stitch
a loop of thread or yarn resulting from a single pass or movement of the needle in sewing, knitting, or crocheting.
surcoat
a loose robe worn over armour.
surplice
a loose white linen vestment varying from hip
sweatshirt
a loose, warm sweater, typically made of cotton, worn when exercising or as leisurewear.
teamster
a lorry driver., a driver of a team of animals.
sunbed
a lounger used for sunbathing.
swale
a low or hollow place, especially a marshy depression between ridges.
stardust
a magical or charismatic quality or feeling
stag
a male deer, especially a male red deer after its fifth year., a social gathering attended by men only
telamon
a male figure used as a pillar to support an entablature or other structure.
strongman
a man of great physical strength, especially one who performs feats of strength as a form of entertainment
squire
a man of high social standing who owns and lives on an estate in a rural area, especially the chief landowner in such an area
swordsman
a man who fights with a sword (typically with his level of skill specified)
stepfather
a man who is the husband or partner of one's mother after the divorce or separation of one's parents or the death of one's father
suitor
a man who pursues a relationship with a particular woman, with a view to marriage
sportsman
a man who takes part in a sport, especially as a professional., a person who behaves sportingly.
tarboosh
a man's cap similar to a fez, typically of red felt with a tassel at the top.
tailcoat
a man's formal morning or evening coat, with a long skirt divided at the back into tails and cut away in front.
surtout
a man's greatcoat of a similar style to a frock coat.
spiv
a man, typically a flashy dresser, who makes a living by disreputable dealings.
starfish
a marine echinoderm (invertebrate) with five or more radiating arms. The undersides of the arms bear tube feet for locomotion and
stigma
a mark of disgrace associated with a particular circumstance, quality, or person,
symbol
a mark or character used as a conventional representation of an object, function, or process, e.g
taj_mahal
a mausoleum at Agra in northern India built by the Mogul emperor Shah Jahan (1592��1666) in memory of his favourite wife
terrine
a meat, fish
stethoscope
a medical instrument for listening to the action of someone's heart or breathing, typically having a small disc
surgeon
a medical practitioner qualified to practise surgery.
stonehenge
a megalithic monument on Salisbury Plain in Wiltshire. Completed in several constructional phases from c.2950 BC
tamil
a member of a people inhabiting parts of southern India and Sri Lanka., a Dravidian language spoken by Tamils in southern India
sticker
an adhesive label or notice, generally printed or illustrated, a determined or persistent person
stout
(of a person) rather fat or of heavy build, (of an object) strong and thick, having or showing courage and determination
taciturn
(of a person) reserved or uncommunicative in speech; saying little
svelte
(of a person) slender and elegant
spoiled
(of a person, especially a child) harmed in character by being treated too leniently or indulgently,
squalid
(of a place) extremely dirty and unpleasant, especially as a result of poverty or neglect
stuffy
(of a place) lacking fresh air or ventilation, (of a person) not receptive to new or unusual ideas; conventional and narrow
stemmed
(of a plant) having a supporting stalk of a specified length or kind, having a long, thin supportive or main section
sprout
(of a plant) put out shoots
superannuated
(of a post or employee) belonging to a superannuation scheme, outdated or obsolete through age or new developments
studied
(of a quality or result) achieved or maintained by careful and deliberate effort
spurred
(of a rider or their boots) having a spiked device on the heels for urging a horse forward
suspended
(of a sentence) imposed by a judge or court but not enforced as long as no further offence is committed within a specified period
steep
(of a slope, flight of stairs, or angle) rising or falling sharply; almost perpendicular, (of a price or demand) not reasonable
strident
(of a sound) loud and harsh; grating, presenting a point of view, especially a controversial one, in an excessively forceful way
subliminal
(of a stimulus or mental process) below the threshold of sensation or consciousness
styptic
(of a substance) capable of causing bleeding to stop when it is applied to a wound.
synthetic
(of a substance) made by chemical synthesis, especially to imitate a natural product,
statuesque
(of a woman) attractively tall, graceful, and dignified, reminiscent of a statue in size, posture, or stillness
synonymous
(of a word or phrase) having the same meaning as another word or phrase in the same language.
take_off
(of an aircraft or bird) become airborne., depart hastily
tame
(of an animal) not dangerous or frightened of people; domesticated, not exciting, adventurous, or controversial,
stand_up
(of an argument, claim, evidence, etc.) remain valid after close scrutiny or analysis
sunny_side_up
(of an egg) fried on one side only
stop
(of an event, action, or process) come to an end; cease to happen, cause (an action, process, or event) to come to an end
stillborn
(of an infant) born dead
stridulate
(of an insect, especially a male cricket or grasshopper) make a shrill sound by rubbing the legs, wings
straggle
(of an irregular group of people) move along slowly so as to remain some distance behind the person or people in front
straggling
(of an irregular group) moving along slowly so as to remain some distance behind those in front
stable
(of an object or structure) not likely to give way or overturn; firmly fixed
subsidized
(of an organization or activity) supported financially
superboy
A boy or young man of exceptional talents or abilities, (now) especially one who is, or is likened to, a superhero.
suki
A buyer or seller involved in an arrangement whereby a customer regularly purchases products or services from the same provider
telephone_line
A cable or wire forming part of a telephone system; a telephone connection or service.
statie
A member of a state police force; a state trooper.
suplex
A move in which a wrestler lifts an opponent over his or her shoulder before falling backwards, driving the opponent to the mat.
teleporter
A person who is able to teleport himself or herself, or who can teleport other people or things.
sticktight
A plant of the genus Bidens (family Asteraceae), especially B. frondosa, having dry
supercilium
Chiefly Anatomy. The eyebrow. Now rare., Zoology. A superciliary marking or structure, especially in a bird.
sublevel
Each of a group of energy levels of an atom or other quantized system which coincide under a coarse approximation or when some
temne
a member of a people of Sierra Leone., the Niger�밅ongo language of the Temne, the main language of Sierra Leone
staffer
a member of the staff of an organization, especially of a newspaper
telegram
a message sent by telegraph and then delivered in written or printed form
spittoon
a metal or earthenware pot typically having a funnel
structuralism
a method of interpretation and analysis of aspects of human cognition, behaviour, culture, and experience
tempera
a method of painting with pigments dispersed in an emulsion miscible with water, typically egg yolk
streaming
a method of transmitting or receiving data (especially video and audio material) over a computer network as a steady
suture
a stitch or row of stitches holding together the edges of a wound or surgical incision, an immovable junction between two bones
successor
a person or thing that succeeds another
tempter
a person or thing that tempts.
terminator
a person or thing that terminates something., the dividing line between the light and dark part of a planetary body.
stallholder
a person owning or running a stall at a market.
storekeeper
a person responsible for stored goods., a shopkeeper.
strategist
a person skilled in planning action or policy, especially in war or politics
stroller
a person taking a leisurely walk, a chair on wheels, typically folding, in which a baby or young child can be pushed along
sycophant
a person who acts obsequiously towards someone important in order to gain advantage.
sympathizer
a person who agrees with or supports a sentiment, opinion, or ideology
supporter
a person who approves of and encourages a public figure, political party, policy, etc.
spoilsport
a person who behaves in a way that spoils others' pleasure, especially by not joining in an activity
tearaway
a person who behaves in a wild or reckless manner
stoic
a person who can endure pain or hardship without showing their feelings or complaining.
stonemason
a person who cuts, prepares, and builds with stone.
tattler
a person who engages in gossip or who tells tales, a migratory sandpiper with mainly grey plumage, breeding in north
surveyor
a person who examines the condition of land and buildings professionally.
sutler
a person who followed an army and sold provisions to the soldiers.
stalker
a person who harasses or persecutes someone with unwanted and obsessive attention, a person who hunts game stealthily
taskmaster
a person who imposes a harsh or onerous workload on someone
stickler
a person who insists on a certain quality or type of behaviour
sufferer
a person who is affected by an illness or ailment
tanner
a person who is employed to tan animal hides.
techie
a person who is expert in or enthusiastic about technology, especially computing.
sybarite
a person who is self
steersman
a person who is steering a boat or ship.
student
a person who is studying at a university or other place of higher education
subtenant
a person who leases property from a tenant.
sponger
a person who lives at others' expense., a person who applies decoration to pottery with a sponge.
suburbanite
a person who lives in a suburb
stockman
a person who looks after livestock., a person who looks after a stockroom or warehouse.
spotter
a person who looks for or observes a particular thing as a hobby or job
teaser
a person who makes fun of or provokes others in a playful or unkind way.
spokesman
a person who makes statements on behalf of a group or individual
superintendent
a person who manages or superintends an organization or activity
stagehand
a person who moves scenery or props before or during the performance of a play.
teetotaller
a person who never drinks alcohol.
tenant
a person who occupies land or property rented from a landlord
taxpayer
a person who pays taxes
survivalist
a person who practises outdoor survival skills as a sport or hobby
taxidermist
a person who practises taxidermy.
subscriber
a person who receives a publication regularly by paying in advance
stoner
a person who regularly takes drugs, especially cannabis., a person or thing that weighs a specified number of stone
surfer
a person who rides a wave towards the shore while standing or lying on a surfboard, a person who spends time using the Internet
streaker
a person who runs naked in a public place, especially in order to shock or amuse others
talker
a person who speaks or converses, often in a specified way
stowaway
a person who stows away on a passenger vehicle.
supervisor
a person who supervises a person or an activity.
survivor
a person who survives, especially a person remaining alive after an event in which others have died
taker
a person who takes a specified thing, a person who takes a bet or accepts an offer or challenge
surety
a person who takes responsibility for another's performance of an undertaking
teacher
a person who teaches, especially in a school
storyteller
a person who tells stories.
stoker
a person who tends the furnace on a steamship or steam train.
squatter
a person who unlawfully occupies an uninhabited building or unused land, a large
tactician
a person who uses a carefully planned strategy to achieve a specific end
swindler
a person who uses deception to deprive someone of money or possessions
terrorist
a person who uses unlawful violence and intimidation, especially against civilians, in the pursuit of political aims
tagger
a person who writes graffiti using their nickname or identifying mark.
stranger
a person whom one does not know or with whom one is not familiar
stager
a person whose job is to style and furnish properties for sale in such a way as to enhance their attractiveness to potential
stenographer
a person whose job is to transcribe speech in shorthand
tailor
a person whose occupation is making fitted clothes such as suits, trousers, and jackets to fit individual customers.,
spitfire
a person with a fierce temper.
stentor
a person with a powerful voice., a sedentary trumpet
telepath
a person with the ability to use telepathy.
sweetheart
a person with whom someone is having a romantic relationship
stature
a person's natural height
temperament
a person's or animal's nature, especially as it permanently affects their behaviour
temper
a person's state of mind seen in terms of their being angry or calm
tattletale
a person, especially a child, who reveals secrets or informs on others; a telltale.
target
a person, object, or place selected as the aim of an attack, a small round shield or buckler.
taradiddle
a petty lie
symptom
a physical or mental feature which is regarded as indicating a condition of disease
steinway
a piano manufactured by the German piano
table
a piece of furniture with a flat top and one or more legs, providing a level surface for eating, writing, or working at
spitball
a piece of paper that has been chewed and shaped into a ball for use as a missile.
stupe
a piece of soft cloth or cotton wool dipped in hot water and used to make a poultice.
tapestry
a piece of thick textile fabric with pictures or designs formed by weaving coloured weft threads or by embroidering on canvas
staple
a piece of thin wire with two short right
splat
a piece of thin wood in the centre of a chair back.
task
a piece of work to be done or undertaken
swine
a pig., a contemptible or unpleasant person
sty
a pigsty.
stack
a pile of objects, typically one that is neatly arranged, a chimney, especially one on a factory
taramasalata
a pinkish paste or dip made from the roe of certain fish, mixed with olive oil and seasoning.
sump
a pit or hollow in which liquid collects, especially one in the floor of a mine or cave.
station
a place on a railway line where trains regularly stop so that passengers can get on or off
teahouse
a place serving tea and other refreshments.
suntrap
a place sheltered from the wind and positioned to receive much sunshine
stronghold
a place that has been fortified so as to protect it against attack
tannery
a place where animal hides are tanned; the workshop of a tanner.
strategy
a plan of action designed to achieve a long
stratagem
a plan or scheme, especially one used to outwit an opponent or achieve an end
square
a plane figure with four equal straight sides and four right angles, an open, typically four
tansy
a plant of the daisy family with yellow flat
staddle
a platform or framework supporting a stack or rick.
stopper
a plug for sealing a hole, especially in the neck of a bottle or other container.
tampon
a plug of soft material inserted into the vagina to absorb menstrual blood.
technicality
a point of law or a small detail of a set of rules, as contrasted with the intent or purpose of the rules
stage
a point, period, or step in a process or development, a raised floor or platform, typically in a theatre, on which actors
supergrass
a police informer who implicates a large number of people
tampa
a port and resort on the west coast of Florida; population 340,882 (est. 2008).
syracuse
a port on the east coast of Sicily; population 124,083 (2008). It became a flourishing centre of Greek culture
tepee
a portable conical tent made of skins, cloth, or canvas on a frame of poles
tent
a portable shelter made of cloth
stalemate
a position counting as a draw, in which a player is not in check but cannot move except into check
suzerainty
a position of control by a sovereign or state over another state that is internally autonomous
stockpot
a pot in which stock for soup is prepared by long, slow cooking.
teapot
a pot with a handle, spout, and lid, in which tea is brewed and from which it is poured.
tater
a potato
spud
a potato., a small, narrow spade for cutting the roots of plants, especially weeds.
superstorm
a powerful and destructive storm that affects a very large area
stone_age
a prehistoric period when weapons and tools were made of stone or of organic materials such as bone, wood, or horn.
tartarus
a primeval god, offspring of Chaos., a part of the underworld where the wicked suffered punishment for their misdeeds
sponge
a primitive sedentary aquatic invertebrate with a soft porous body that is typically supported by a framework of fibres or
tenet
a principle or belief, especially one of the main principles of a religion or philosophy
technicolor
a process of colour cinematography using synchronized monochrome films, each of a different colour, to produce a colour print.
tenon
a projecting piece of wood made for insertion into a mortise in another piece
streetwalker
a prostitute who seeks clients in the street.
tarantism
a psychological illness characterized by an extreme impulse to dance
street
a public road in a city, town, or village, typically with houses and buildings on one or both sides, relating to the outlook
sudoku
a puzzle in which players insert the numbers one to nine into a grid consisting of nine squares subdivided into a further nine
subtrahend
a quantity or number to be subtracted from another.
store
a quantity or supply of something kept for use as needed, a shop of any size or kind, a sheep, steer, cow
steelhead
a rainbow trout of a large migratory race.
stepping_stone
a raised stone used singly or in a series as a place on which to step when crossing a stream or muddy area.
tarantella
a rapid whirling dance originating in southern Italy.
storax
a rare fragrant gum resin obtained from an East Mediterranean tree, sometimes used in medicine, perfumery, and incense.
tantalite
a rare, dense black mineral consisting of a mixed oxide of iron and tantalum, of which it is the principal source.
sunbeam
a ray of sunlight
sunray
a ray of sunlight
stemma
a recorded genealogy of a family; a family tree.
spline
a rectangular key fitting into grooves in the hub and shaft of a wheel
surmullet
a red mullet that is widely distributed in the tropical Indo
tartuffe
a religious hypocrite, or a hypocritical pretender to excellence of any kind.
taunt
a remark made in order to anger, wound, or provoke someone
takeaway
a restaurant or shop selling cooked food to be eaten elsewhere, a key fact, point, or idea to be remembered
stricture
a restriction on a person or activity, a sternly critical or censorious remark or instruction
stockist
a retailer that stocks goods of a particular type for sale
tennessee
a river in the south
tees
a river of north
switchback
a road, path, or railway with alternate sharp ascents and descents, a 180째 bend in a road or path
strut
a rod or bar forming part of a framework and designed to resist compression, a stiff, erect
strickle
a rod used to level off a heaped measure., a whetting tool.
storeroom
a room in which items are stored.
stockroom
a room in which quantities of goods are stored.
studio
a room where an artist, photographer, sculptor, etc. works, a film or television production company, a studio flat
strongroom
a room, typically one in a bank, designed to protect valuable items against fire and theft.
stitching
a row of stitches sewn on to cloth
sutra
a rule or aphorism in Sanskrit literature, or a set of these on grammar or Hindu law or philosophy.
sulphate
a salt or ester of sulphuric acid, containing the anion SO�꽷꿎겭 or the divalent group �봑SO�괥��.
squeegee
a scraping implement with a rubber
tern
a seabird related to the gulls, typically smaller and more slender, with long pointed wings and a forked tail.
stool
a seat without a back or arms, typically resting on three or four legs or on a single pedestal., a piece of faeces
subclass
a secondary or subordinate class.
storyboard
a sequence of drawings, typically with some directions and dialogue
substation
a set of equipment reducing the high voltage of electrical power transmission to that suitable for supply to consumers.
subroutine
a set of instructions designed to perform a frequently used operation within a program.
suit
a set of outer clothes made of the same fabric and designed to be worn together
syrinx
a set of pan pipes., the lower larynx or voice organ in birds
suite
a set of rooms designated for one person's or family's use or for a particular purpose, a set of instrumental compositions
staircase
a set of stairs and its surrounding walls or structure
stair
a set of steps leading from one floor of a building to another, typically inside the building
stairway
a set of steps or stairs and its surrounding walls or structure
system
a set of things working together as parts of a mechanism or an interconnecting network; a complex whole
stairwell
a shaft in a building in which a staircase is built
template
a shaped piece of rigid material used as a pattern for processes such as cutting out, shaping, or drilling.
swage
a shaped tool or die for giving a desired form to metal by hammering or pressure., a groove, ridge
stockholder
a shareholder., a holder of supplies for manufacturers.
steamship
a ship that is propelled by a steam engine.
steamer
a ship, boat, or locomotive powered by steam., a type of saucepan in which food can be steamed.
tanker
a ship, road vehicle, or aircraft for carrying liquids, especially mineral oils, in bulk, a member of the crew of a military tank
strip_mall
a shopping mall located on a busy main road.
stepladder
a short folding ladder with flat steps and a small platform.
squiggle
a short line that curls and loops in an irregular way
squeak
a short, high
stevia
a shrub native to tropical and subtropical America, whose leaves may be used as a calorie
sumac
a shrub or small tree with compound leaves, reddish hairy fruits in conical clusters, and bright autumn colours.
sprag
a simple brake on a vehicle, especially a stout stick or bar inserted between the spokes of a wheel to check its motion.
tenor
a singing voice between baritone and alto or countertenor, the highest of the ordinary adult male range, an instrument
teardrop
a single tear.
staredown
a situation in which two individuals stare at each other, typically in a hostile or intimidating way
standstill
a situation or condition in which there is no movement or activity at all
statesman
a skilled, experienced, and respected political leader or figure
tenpin
a skittle used in tenpin bowling.
tabard
a sleeveless jerkin consisting only of front and back pieces with a hole for the head
stylet
a slender probe., (in an invertebrate) a small style, especially a piercing mouthpart of an insect.
tendril
a slender threadlike appendage of a climbing plant, often growing in a spiral form
tentacle
a slender, flexible limb or appendage in an animal, especially around the mouth of an invertebrate
tartine
a slice of bread with a sweet or savoury topping
tanager
a small American songbird of the bunting family, the male of which typically has brightly coloured plumage.
tektite
a small black glassy object found in numbers over certain areas of the earth's surface
stoat
a small carnivorous mammal of the weasel family which has chestnut fur with white underparts and a black
sundew
a small carnivorous plant of boggy places, with rosettes of leaves that bear sticky glandular hairs for trapping insects
tangerine
a small citrus fruit with a loose skin, especially one of a variety with deep orange
terrier
a small dog of a breed originally used for turning out foxes and other burrowing animals from their earths.
tabor
a small drum, especially one used simultaneously by the player of a simple pipe.
squib
a small firework that burns with a hissing sound before exploding., a short piece of satirical writing., a small, slight
stickleback
a small fish with sharp spines along its back
tab
a small flap or strip of material attached to or projecting from something, used to hold, fasten, or manipulate it
tamarin
a small forest
teal
a small freshwater duck, typically with a greenish band on the wing that is most prominent in flight.
squad
a small group of people having a particular task
stipule
a small leaflike appendage to a leaf, typically borne in pairs at the base of the leaf stalk.
strongbox
a small lockable box, typically made of metal, in which valuables may be kept.
sprat
a small marine fish of the herring family, widely caught for food and fish products.
tarn
a small mountain lake
spokeshave
a small plane with a handle on each side of its blade, used for shaping curved surfaces (originally wheel spokes).
teabag
a small porous sachet containing tea leaves or powdered tea, on to which boiling water is poured in order to make a drink of tea
sporran
a small pouch worn around the waist so as to hang in front of the kilt as part of men's Scottish Highland dress.
stick
a thin piece of wood that has fallen or been cut off a tree., a long, thin piece of something
stencil
a thin sheet of card, plastic, or metal with a pattern or letters cut out of it
supplement
a thing added to something else in order to complete or enhance it, the amount by which an angle is less than 180째.
stimulus
a thing or event that evokes a specific functional reaction in an organ or tissue
superordinate
a thing that represents a superior order or category within a system of classification, a person of superior rank or status
stabilizer
a thing used to keep something steady or stable., a substance which prevents the breakdown of emulsions
tawse
a thong with a slit end, formerly used in schools for punishing children.
tardis
a time machine., a building or container that is larger inside than it appears to be from outside.
teflon
a tough synthetic resin made by polymerizing tetrafluoroethylene, chiefly used to coat non
telford
a town in Shropshire, west central England, to the east of Shrewsbury; population 161,700 (est. 2007). Named after Thomas Telford
swindon
a town in Wiltshire, central England; population 158,400 (est. 2009). An old market town
taint
a trace of a bad or undesirable substance or quality
streetcar
a tram.
staysail
a triangular fore
taro
a tropical Asian plant of the arum family which has edible starchy corms and edible fleshy leaves
spout
a tube or lip projecting from a container, through which liquid can be poured
syringe
a tube with a nozzle and piston or bulb for sucking in and ejecting liquid in a thin stream
tassel
a tuft of loosely hanging threads or cords knotted at one end and attached for decoration to soft furnishings, clothing
subway
a tunnel under a road for use by pedestrians., an underground railway
stuka
a type of German military aircraft (the Junkers Ju 87) designed for dive
terracotta
a type of fired clay, typically of a brownish
tannoy
a type of public address system.
teraflop
a unit of computing speed equal to one million million (10쨔짼) floating
terabyte
a unit of information equal to one million million (10쨔짼) or, strictly, 2�닳겙 bytes.
syllable
a unit of pronunciation having one vowel sound, with or without surrounding consonants, forming the whole or a part of a word
standpipe
a vertical pipe extending from a water supply, especially one connecting a temporary tap to the mains.
stave
a vertical wooden post or plank in a building or other structure.
st_bernard
a very large dog of a breed originally kept to rescue travellers by the monks of the Hospice on the Great St Bernard.
tarantula
a very large hairy spider found chiefly in tropical and subtropical America, some kinds of which are able to catch small lizards
supertanker
a very large oil tanker.
superstore
a very large out
sturgeon
a very large primitive fish with bony plates on the body. It occurs in temperate seas and rivers of the northern hemisphere
telethon
a very long television programme, typically one broadcast to raise money for a charity.
superpower
a very powerful and influential nation
superglue
a very strong quick
stork
a very tall long
tare
a vetch, especially the common vetch., (in biblical use) an injurious weed resembling corn when young (Matt. 13:24��30).
storm
a violent disturbance of the atmosphere with strong winds and usually rain, thunder, lightning, or snow., a tumultuous reaction
tempest
a violent windy storm
stradivarius
a violin or other stringed instrument made by Antonio Stradivari or his followers.
terrarium
a vivarium for smaller land animals, especially reptiles, amphibians, or terrestrial invertebrates
submarine
a warship with a streamlined hull designed to operate completely submerged in the sea for long periods
technique
a way of carrying out a particular task, especially the execution or performance of an artistic work or a scientific procedure
taser
a weapon firing barbs attached by wires to batteries, causing temporary paralysis.
sword
a weapon with a long metal blade and a hilt with a hand guard
steering_wheel
a wheel that a driver rotates in order to steer a vehicle.
syllabub
a whipped cream dessert, typically flavoured with white wine or sherry.
stereotype
a widely held but fixed and oversimplified image or idea of a particular type of person or thing
spruce
a widespread coniferous tree which has a distinctive conical shape and hanging cones, widely grown for timber, pulp
tailwind
a wind blowing in the direction of travel of a vehicle or aircraft; a wind blowing from behind.
stewardess
a woman employed to look after the passengers on a ship or aircraft.
suffragette
a woman seeking the right to vote through organized protest.
stepmother
a woman who is the wife or partner of one's father after the divorce or separation of one's parents or the death of one's mother
spokeswoman
a woman who makes statements on behalf of a group or individual
sportswoman
a woman who takes part in sport, especially professionally.
temptress
a woman who tempts someone to do something, typically a sexually attractive woman who sets out to allure or seduce someone.
superwoman
a woman with exceptional physical or mental ability, especially one who successfully manages a home, brings up children
stole
a woman's long scarf or shawl, especially of fur or similar material, worn loosely over the shoulders.
swimsuit
a woman's one
stiletto
a woman's shoe with a thin, high tapering heel., a short dagger with a tapering blade.
stocking
a women's garment, typically made of translucent nylon or silk
tampion
a wooden stopper for the muzzle of a gun., a plug for the top of an organ pipe.
tartan
a woollen cloth woven in one of several patterns of coloured checks and intersecting lines
synonym
a word or phrase that means exactly or nearly the same as another word or phrase in the same language
term
a word or phrase used to describe a thing or to express a concept, especially in a particular kind of language or branch of study
teredo
a wormlike marine bivalve mollusc with reduced shells which it uses to drill into wood
takedown
a wrestling manoeuvre in which an opponent is swiftly brought to the mat from a standing position., the removal of a website
tales
a writ for summoning substitute jurors when the original jury has become deficient in number.
subpoena
a writ ordering a person to attend a court
statute
a written law passed by a legislative body
tan
a yellowish
tannin
a yellowish or brownish bitter
starlet
a young actress with aspirations to become a star,
swain
a young lover or suitor., a country youth.
spot
a small round or roundish mark, differing in colour or texture from the surface around it, a particular place or point
sugarplum
a small round sweet of flavoured boiled sugar.
swatch
a small sample of fabric intended to demonstrate the look of a larger piece
sting
a small sharp
springer
a small spaniel of a breed originally used to spring game. There are two main breeds, the English springer
teetotum
a small spinning top spun with the fingers
teaspoon
a small spoon used typically for adding sugar to and stirring hot drinks or for eating some foods.
star_anise
a small star
statuette
a small statue or figurine, especially one that is smaller than life
sprig
a small stem bearing leaves or flowers, taken from a plant, a descendant or younger member of a family or social class
streamlet
a small stream.
spyglass
a small telescope.
sprinkling
a small thinly distributed amount of something
sultana
a small, light brown, seedless raisin used in foods such as puddings and cakes, a wife or concubine of a sultan.
stream
a small, narrow river, a continuous flow of liquid, air, or gas, a continuous flow of data or instructions
termite
a small, pale soft
tack
a small, sharp broad
splinter
a small, thin, sharp piece of wood, glass, or similar material broken off from a larger piece
taboo
a social or religious custom prohibiting or restricting a particular practice or forbidding association with a particular person
teddy
a soft toy bear., a woman's all
stockinette
a soft, loosely knitted stretch fabric, formerly used for making underwear and now used for cleaning, wrapping, or bandaging.
suppository
a solid medical preparation in a roughly conical or cylindrical shape
stepson
a son of one's husband or wife by a previous marriage.
stepbrother
a son of one's step
splash
a sound made by something striking or falling into liquid, a prominent or sensational news feature or story
stopwatch
a special watch with buttons that start, stop, and then zero the hands, used to time races.
spree
a spell or sustained period of unrestrained activity of a particular kind
sriracha
a spicy sauce made with red chilli and garlic, served especially with Vietnamese and Thai food
tailspin
a spin by an aircraft.
stent
a splint placed temporarily inside a duct, canal, or blood vessel to aid healing or relieve an obstruction.
spokesperson
a spokesman or spokeswoman (used as a neutral alternative)
spork
a spoon
sportsperson
a sportsman or sportswoman (used as a neutral alternative).
sunspot
a spot or patch that appears from time to time on the sun's surface, appearing dark by contrast with its surroundings.
stipe
a stalk or stem, especially the stem of a seaweed or fungus or the stalk of a fern frond.
standish
a stand for holding pens, ink, and other writing equipment.
tantalus
a stand in which spirit decanters may be locked up though still visible.
stall
a stand, booth, or compartment for the sale of goods in a market or large covered area
supernova
a star that suddenly increases greatly in brightness because of a catastrophic explosion that ejects most of its mass.
tapioca
a starchy substance in the form of hard white grains, obtained from cassava and used in cooking for puddings and other dishes.
tabasco
a state in south
tasmania
a state of Australia consisting of the mountainous island of Tasmania itself and several smaller islands; population 497,529
stupor
a state of near
stripling
a young man
teenybopper
a young teenager, typically a girl, who keenly follows the latest fashions in clothes and pop music.
squab
a young unfledged pigeon., the padded back or side of a vehicle seat.
sustainable
able to be maintained at a certain rate or level, able to be upheld or defended
tenable
able to be maintained or defended against attack or objection, (of an office, position, scholarship, etc
strabismus
abnormal alignment of the eyes; the condition of having a squint.
sufferance
absence of objection rather than genuine approval; toleration, the suffering or undergoing of something bad or unpleasant.
spotless
absolutely clean or pure; immaculate
temperance
abstinence from alcoholic drink
submit
accept or yield to a superior force or to the authority or will of another person, subject to a particular process, treatment
stabling
accommodation for horses.
successful
accomplishing a desired aim or result
systematically
according to a fixed plan or system; methodically
statistically
according to or by means of statistics
technically
according to the facts or exact meaning of something; strictly, with reference to the technique displayed
supposedly
according to what is generally assumed or believed (often used to indicate that the speaker doubts the truth of the statement)
succeed
achieve the desired aim or result, take over a throne, office, or other position from
statist
an advocate of a political system in which the state has substantial centralized control over social and economic affairs
supremacist
an advocate of the supremacy of a particular group, especially one determined by race or sex
squirrel
an agile tree
swifty
an alcoholic drink consumed swiftly., a deceptive trick, a person who acts or thinks quickly
sundowner
an alcoholic drink taken at sunset., a person with dementia who becomes increasingly irritable or difficult as the day progresses
taurine
an amino acid containing sulphur and important in the metabolism of fats.
surplus
an amount of something left over when requirements have been met; an excess of production or supply
swastika
an ancient symbol in the form of an equal
stove
an apparatus for cooking or heating that operates by burning fuel or using electricity., a hothouse for plants.
sweeting
an apple of a sweet
sudd
an area of floating vegetation in a stretch of the White Nile, thick enough to impede navigation.
territory
an area of land under the jurisdiction of a ruler or state, (especially in the US, Canada
swamp
an area of low
stile
an arrangement of steps that allows people but not animals to climb over a fence or wall.
subscription
an arrangement to receive something, typically a publication, regularly by paying in advance
swimming_pool
an artificial pool for swimming in.
surrealist
an artist or writer who is an exponent of the avant
synod
an assembly of the clergy and sometimes also the laity in a diocese or other division of a particular Church
stargazer
an astronomer or astrologer., a horse that turns its head when galloping.
sprinter
an athlete who races over short distances
stadium
an athletic or sports ground with tiers of seats for spectators., an ancient Roman or Greek measure of length, about 185 metres
standpoint
an attitude to a particular issue
temblor
an earthquake.
sweet_potato
an edible tropical tuber with white slightly sweet flesh., the Central American climbing plant which yields sweet potatoes
symphony
an elaborate musical composition for full orchestra, typically in four movements
suspenders
an elastic strap attached to a belt or garter, fastened to the top of a stocking to hold it up.
spreadsheet
an electronic document in which data is arranged in the rows and columns of a grid and can be manipulated and used in
synthesizer
an electronic musical instrument, typically operated by a keyboard
sprite
an elf or fairy., a computer graphic which may be moved on
squid
an elongated, fast
striker
an employee on strike, the player who is to strike the ball in a game; a player considered in terms of ability to strike the ball
steam_engine
an engine that uses the expansion or rapid condensation of steam to generate power.
tattoo
an evening drum or bugle signal recalling soldiers to their quarters
supper
an evening meal, typically a light or informal one
surfeit
an excessive amount of something
sward
an expanse of short grass., the upper layer of soil, especially when covered with grass.
technologist
an expert in a particular field of technology
statistician
an expert in the preparation and analysis of statistics.
technocrat
an exponent or advocate of technocracy.
stopcock
an externally operated valve regulating the flow of a liquid or gas through a pipe
superstar
an extremely famous and successful performer or sports player
suggestion
an idea or plan put forward for consideration, something that implies or indicates a certain fact or situation
sylph
an imaginary spirit of the air., a mainly dark green and blue hummingbird, the male of which has a long forked tail.
spoon
an implement consisting of a small, shallow oval or round bowl on a long handle, used for eating, stirring, and serving food.
taste_bud
any of the clusters of bulbous nerve endings on the tongue and in the lining of the mouth which provide the sense of taste
stoma
any of the minute pores in the epidermis of the leaf or stem of a plant
succour
assistance and support in times of hardship and distress
take_shape
assume a distinct form; develop into something definite or tangible
square_up
assume the attitude of a person about to fight
square_off
assume the attitude of a person about to fight, settle a difference.
steeply
at a steep angle; sharply
stephen
(c.1097��1154), grandson of William the Conqueror, king of England 1135��54
terence
(c.190��159 BC), Roman comic playwright; Latin name Publius Terentius Afer
stalked
(chiefly of a plant or animal structure) having a stalk or main stem
sulphurous
(chiefly of vapour) containing or derived from sulphur, marked by anger or profanity
tenement
(especially in Scotland or the US) a room or a set of rooms forming a separate residence within a house or block of flats.
teleport
(especially in science fiction) transport or be transported across space and distance instantly
swoop
(especially of a bird) move rapidly downwards through the air, seize with a swooping motion
subtle
(especially of a change or distinction) so delicate or precise as to be difficult to analyse or describe
squeezy
(especially of a container) flexible and able to be squeezed to force out the contents
strapless
(especially of a dress or bra) without shoulder straps.
tepid
(especially of a liquid) only slightly warm; lukewarm, showing little enthusiasm
suave
(especially of a man) charming, confident, and elegant
tense
(especially of a muscle) stretched tight or rigid, unable to relax because of nervousness, anxiety, or stimulation
swell
(especially of a part of the body) become larger or rounder in size, typically as a result of an accumulation of fluid
strapping
(especially of a young person) big and strong
spry
(especially of an old person) active; lively
sprightly
(especially of an old person) lively; full of energy
stringy
(especially of hair) resembling string in being long and thin
stretchy
(especially of material or a garment) able to stretch or be stretched easily
succinct
(especially of something written or spoken) briefly and clearly expressed
tao
(in Chinese philosophy) the absolute principle underlying the universe
stertorous
(of breathing) noisy and laboured
tailored
(of clothes) smart, fitted, and well cut
tabulated
(of data) arranged in tabular form
tabular
(of data) consisting of or presented in columns or tables, broad and flat like the top of a table
tartare
(of fish) served raw, typically seasoned and shaped into small cakes
starchy
(of food or diet) containing a lot of starch, (of clothing) stiff with starch, very stiff, formal
stewed
(of food) cooked slowly in liquid in a closed dish or pan, drunk
tasty
(of food) having a pleasant, distinct flavour, very attractive or appealing
stodgy
(of food) heavy, filling, and high in carbohydrates
stale
(of food) no longer fresh and pleasant to eat; hard, musty, or dry
succulent
(of food) tender, juicy, and tasty, (of a plant
tacky
(of glue, paint, or other substances) not fully dry and retaining a slightly sticky feel
stifling
(of heat, air, or a room) very hot and causing difficulties in breathing; suffocating, making one feel constrained or oppressed
stewing
(of meat or other food) suitable for stewing
symphonic
(of music) relating to or having the form or character of a symphony
stomping
(of popular music) having a fast tempo and a heavy beat
stringent
(of regulations, requirements, or conditions) strict, precise, and exacting
stretch
(of something soft or elastic) be made or be capable of being made longer or wider without tearing or breaking
sultry
(of the air or weather) hot and humid,
take_turns
(of two or more people) do something alternately or in succession
stagnate
(of water or air) cease to flow or move; become stagnant.
stagnating
(of water or air) ceasing to flow or move; becoming stagnant
swash
(of water or an object in water) move with a splashing sound, (of a person) flamboyantly swagger about or wield a sword
squally
(of weather) characterized by squalls
stormy
(of weather) characterized by strong winds and usually rain, thunder, lightning, or snow
synchro
, ,
storefront
, a room or set of rooms facing the street on the ground floor of a commercial building, typically used as a shop
studiolo
A private study decorated with paintings and other works of art, popular in Italy from the 14th to the 16th centuries.
supergirl
A young woman (occasionally a girl) having outstanding physical or mental abilities, talents, or achievements.
sterling
British money,
suppressant
a drug or other substance which acts to suppress or restrain something
superhighway
a dual carriageway with controlled access., an extensive electronic network such as the Internet
stickle
Especially of a hill or path: steep, sloping; set at a sharp angle; high.
stratified
Geology and Archaeology. Designating rock, sediment, remains, etc., that show stratification or are deposited in strata. Also
swiftly
at high speed; quickly
suntan
a golden
swan
a large waterbird with a long flexible neck, short legs, webbed feet, a broad bill, and typically all
stockyard
a large yard containing pens and sheds in which livestock is kept and sorted
tayra
a large, agile tree
subito
Quickly, rapidly, immediately. Especially as a musical direction.
sql
Structured Query Language, an international standard for database manipulation.
sustentacular
Supporting, sustaining.
technography
The observation, description, and study of technologies and their application
strongness
The quality or condition of being strong, strength.
swede
a large, round yellow
stratum
a layer or a series of layers of rock in the ground
sublease
a lease of a property by a tenant to a subtenant; a sublet.
surrealism
a 20th
swahili
a Bantu language widely used as a lingua franca in East Africa and having official status in several countries
taoism
a Chinese philosophy based on the writings of Lao
stinging_nettle
a Eurasian nettle covered in minute hairs that inject irritants such as histamine and acetylcholine when they are touched.
swami
a Hindu male religious teacher
tantra
a Hindu or Buddhist mystical or magical text, dating from the 7th century or earlier.
teriyaki
a Japanese dish consisting of fish or meat marinated in soy sauce and grilled.
sushi
a Japanese dish consisting of small balls or rolls of vinegar
tempura
a Japanese dish of fish, shellfish, or vegetables, fried in batter.
sumo
a Japanese form of heavyweight wrestling
tequila
a Mexican alcoholic spirit made from an agave.
taco
a Mexican dish consisting of a folded or rolled tortilla filled with various mixtures, such as seasoned mince, chicken, or beans
tahini
a Middle Eastern paste or spread made from ground sesame seeds.
sultan
a Muslim sovereign., a bird of a breed of white domestic chicken from Turkey.
squaw
a North American Indian woman or wife.
superman
a US cartoon, TV, and film character having great strength, the ability to fly, and other extraordinary powers.
tango
a ballroom dance originating in Buenos Aires, characterized by marked rhythms and postures and abrupt pauses.
sweatband
a band of absorbent material worn around the head or wrist to soak up sweat, especially by participants in sport.
stockade
a barrier formed from upright wooden posts or stakes, especially as a defence against attack or as a means of confining animals
stoup
a basin for holy water
supposition
a belief held without proof or certain knowledge; an assumption or hypothesis
superhero
a benevolent fictional character with superhuman powers, such as Superman.
tandem
a bicycle with seats and pedals for two riders, one behind the other.
sulphide
a binary compound of sulphur with another element or group.
suffragan
a bishop appointed to help a diocesan bishop
strychnine
a bitter and highly poisonous compound obtained from nux vomica and related plants. An alkaloid
tanzanite
a blue or violet gem variety of zoisite, containing vanadium.
steamboat
a boat that is propelled by a steam engine, especially (in the US) a paddle
storybook
a book containing a story or collection of stories intended for children.
stingray
a bottom
stopover
a break in a journey
summary
a brief statement or account of the main points of something
synopsis
a brief summary or general survey of something
swathe
a broad strip or area of something, a row or line of grass, corn, or other crop as it falls or lies when mown or reaped
tableland
a broad, high level region; a plateau.
sportscast
a broadcast of sports news or a sports event.
stockbroker
a broker who buys and sells securities on a stock exchange on behalf of clients.
temple
a building devoted to the worship of a god or gods., a group of buildings in Fleet Street, London
synagogue
a building in which Jews meet for religious worship or instruction.
storehouse
a building used for storing goods.
statistic
a fact or piece of data obtained from a study of a large quantity of numerical data
sweatshop
a factory or workshop, especially in the clothing industry
stocker
a farm animal, typically a young steer or heifer, destined for slaughter but kept until matured or fattened
suspicion
a feeling or thought that something is possible, likely, or true, cautious distrust, a very slight trace
teammate
a fellow member of a team.
succubus
a female demon believed to have sexual intercourse with sleeping men.
strumpet
a female prostitute.
supervillain
a fictional villain with superhuman powers
tarzan
a fictitious character created by Edgar Rice Burroughs. Tarzan
tale
a fictitious or true narrative or story, especially one that is imaginatively recounted, a number or total
synecdoche
a figure of speech in which a part is made to represent the whole or vice versa, as in England lost by six wickets
stopping
a filling for a tooth.
talkie
a film with a soundtrack, as distinct from a silent film
taffeta
a fine lustrous silk or similar synthetic fabric with a crisp texture.
subcontractor
a firm or person that carries out work for a company as part of a larger project.
teleost
a fish of a large group that comprises all ray
star
a fixed luminous point in the night sky which is a large, remote incandescent body like the sun.
stipend
a fixed regular sum paid as a salary or as expenses to a clergyman, teacher, or public official.
taenia
a flat ribbon
tablet
a flat slab of stone, clay, or wood, used especially for an inscription, a small disc or cylinder of a compressed solid substance
tendon
a flexible but inelastic cord of strong fibrous collagen tissue attaching a muscle to a bone.
swivet
a fluster or panic
spondee
a foot consisting of two long (or stressed) syllables.
striptease
a form of entertainment in which a performer gradually undresses to music in a way intended to be sexually exciting
swine_flu
a form of influenza which affects pigs, or a form of human influenza caused by a related virus.
sussex
a former county of southern England. It was divided in 1974 into the counties of East Sussex and West Sussex.
stretcher
a framework of two poles with a long piece of canvas slung between them, used for carrying sick, injured, or dead people.
stabile
a free
terrapin
a freshwater turtle, especially one of the smaller kinds of the Old World., a small edible turtle with lozenge
taliban
a fundamentalist Muslim movement whose militia took control of much of Afghanistan from early 1995
tennis
a game in which two or four players strike a ball with rackets over a net stretched across a court. The usual form
tasting
a gathering at which people sample, compare, and evaluate different wines, or other drinks or food
springbok
a gazelle with a characteristic habit of leaping (pronking) when disturbed, forming large herds on plains in southern Africa.
spook
a ghost., a spy, a black person.
subvention
a grant of money, especially from a government
starling
a gregarious Old World songbird with a straight bill
suricate
a gregarious burrowing meerkat with dark bands on the back and a black
tabby
a grey or brownish cat mottled or streaked with dark stripes., a fabric with a watered pattern, typically silk., a plain weave.
stranglehold
a grip around the neck of another person that can kill by asphyxiation if held for long enough.
sulcus
a groove or furrow, especially one on the surface of the brain.
syndicate
a group of individuals or organizations combined to promote a common interest, a committee of syndics.
stanza
a group of lines forming the basic recurring metrical unit in a poem; a verse.
tableau
a group of models or motionless figures representing a scene from a story or from history; a tableau vivant
team
a group of players forming one side in a competitive game or sport
tarsus
a group of small bones between the main part of the hindlimb and the metatarsus in terrestrial vertebrates
syndrome
a group of symptoms which consistently occur together, or a condition characterized by a set of associated symptoms
sucker
a gullible or easily deceived person, a thing or person not specified by name
tartar
a hard calcified deposit that forms on the teeth and contributes to their decay.
tallow
a hard fatty substance made from rendered animal fat, used (especially formerly) in making candles and soap.
stylus
a hard point, typically of diamond or sapphire
steel
a hard, strong grey or bluish
termagant
a harsh
stridor
a harsh or grating sound
stetson
a hat with a high crown and a very wide brim, traditionally worn by cowboys and ranchers in the US.
subheading
a heading given to a subsection of a piece of writing
tasmanian_devil
a heavily built marsupial with a large head, powerful jaws, and mainly black fur, found only in Tasmania. It is slow
steamroller
a heavy, slow
surname
a hereditary name common to all members of a family, as distinct from a forename or given name
tara
a hill in County Meath in the Republic of Ireland
tailgate
a hinged flap at the back of a truck that can be lowered or removed when loading or unloading the vehicle.
steed
a horse being ridden or available for riding.
steeplechase
a horse race run on a racecourse having ditches and hedges as jumps
stablemate
a horse, especially a racehorse, from the same establishment as another.
tea
a hot drink made by infusing the dried crushed leaves of the tea plant in boiling water
spoof
a humorous imitation of something, typically a film or a particular genre of film
spouse
a husband or wife, considered in relation to their partner.
tangelo
a hybrid of the tangerine and grapefruit.
sportswriter
a journalist who writes about sport.
synapse
a junction between two nerve cells, consisting of a minute gap across which impulses pass by diffusion of a neurotransmitter.
styrofoam
a kind of expanded polystyrene used especially for making food containers
tej
a kind of honey wine or mead, the national drink of Ethiopia.
spumoni
a kind of ice
tatting
a kind of knotted lace made by hand with a small shuttle, used chiefly for trimming
stilton
a kind of strong rich cheese, often with blue veins, originally made at various places in Leicestershire.
switchblade
a knife with a blade that springs out from the handle when a button is pressed; a flick knife.
sweater
a knitted garment worn on the upper body, typically with long sleeves, put on over the head
tag
a label attached to someone or something for the purpose of identification or to give other information
sunlamp
a lamp emitting ultraviolet rays used as a substitute for sunlight, typically to produce an artificial suntan or in therapy.
spotlight
a lamp projecting a narrow, intense beam of light directly on to a place or person, especially a performer on stage.
stud
a large
sycamore
a large Eurasian maple with winged fruits, native to central and southern Europe. It is planted as a fast
stockpile
a large accumulated stock of goods or materials, especially one held in reserve for use at a time of shortage or other emergency
steppe
a large area of flat unforested grassland in south
swallowtail
a large brightly coloured butterfly with projections suggestive of a swallow's tail on the hindwings., a deeply forked tail
stagecoach
a large closed horse
subcontinent
a large distinguishable part of a continent, such as North America or the part of Asia containing India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh
stein
a large earthenware beer mug.
swordfish
a large edible marine fish with a streamlined body and a long flattened swordlike snout
sumatra
a large island of Indonesia, situated to the south
swarm
a large or dense group of flying insects
tank
a large receptacle or storage chamber, especially for liquid or gas.
stateroom
a large room in a palace or public building, for use on formal occasions., a captain's or superior officer'
supermarket
a large self
tablespoon
a large spoon for serving food.
tardigrade
a minute animal of the phylum Tardigrada; a water bear.
spore
a minute, typically one
sputum
a mixture of saliva and mucus coughed up from the respiratory tract
stuffing
a mixture used to stuff poultry or meat before cooking, padding used to stuff cushions, furniture, or soft toys
taekwondo
a modern Korean martial art similar to karate.
stotinka
a monetary unit of Bulgaria, equal to one hundredth of a lev.
suffix
a morpheme added at the end of a word to form a derivative (e.g.
taxi
a motor vehicle licensed to transport passengers in return for payment of a fare and typically fitted with a taximeter
subcompact
a motor vehicle which is smaller than a compact.
stalagmite
a mound or tapering column rising from the floor of a cave
tajikistan
a mountainous republic in central Asia, north of Afghanistan; population 8,500,000 (estimated 2015); languages, Tajik (official)
switzerland
a mountainous, landlocked country in central Europe; population 8,300,000 (estimated 2015); official languages, French, German
strait
a narrow passage of water connecting two seas or two other large areas of water
tape
a narrow strip of material, typically used to hold or fasten something, long, narrow flexible material with magnetic properties
tahitian
a native or inhabitant of Tahiti, or a person of Tahitian descent., the language of Tahiti, a Polynesian language with about 125
tenderfoot
a newcomer or novice, especially a person unaccustomed to hardship
teletext
a news and information service in the form of text and graphics
tabloid
a newspaper having pages half the size of those of the average broadsheet
teat
a nipple of the mammary gland of a female mammal, from which the milk is sucked by the young.
tapir
a nocturnal hoofed mammal with a stout body, sturdy limbs, and a short flexible proboscis
squabble
a noisy quarrel about something trivial
strippergram
a novelty greetings message delivered by a person who accompanies it with a striptease act.
succession
a number of people or things of a similar kind following one after the other, the action or process of inheriting a title, office
sumpter
a pack animal
tabla
a pair of small hand drums used in Indian music
sunroof
a panel in the roof of a car that can be opened for extra ventilation.
tapeworm
a parasitic flatworm, the adult of which lives in the intestines. It has a long ribbon
tailpiece
a part added to the end of a story or piece of writing
storey
a part of a building comprising all the rooms that are on the same level
subset
a part of a larger group of related things
sum
a particular amount of money, the total amount resulting from the addition of two or more numbers, amounts, or items
substance
a particular kind of matter with uniform properties
supercomputer
a particularly powerful mainframe computer.
suspense
a state or feeling of excited or anxious uncertainty about what may happen, the temporary cessation or suspension of something.
static_electricity
a stationary electric charge, typically produced by friction, which causes sparks or crackling or the attraction of dust or hair
statue_of_liberty
a statue at the entrance to New York harbour, a symbol of welcome to immigrants
spyhole
a peephole, especially one in a door for observing callers before opening.
tambourine
a percussion instrument resembling a shallow drum with metal discs in slots around the edge
tarragon
a perennial plant of the daisy family, with narrow aromatic leaves that are used as a culinary herb.
sugar_cane
a perennial tropical grass with tall stout jointed stems from which sugar is extracted. The fibrous residue can be used as fuel
standing_ovation
a period of prolonged applause during which the crowd or audience rise to their feet
sunbath
a period of sunbathing
stasis
a period or state of inactivity or equilibrium, civil strife.
suffragist
a person advocating the extension of suffrage, especially to women.
teenager
a person aged between 13 and 19 years.
swagman
a person carrying a swag or bundle of belongings.
stevedore
a person employed at a dock to load and unload ships.
spy
a person employed by a government or other organization to secretly obtain information on an enemy or competitor.
steelworker
a person employed in the manufacture of steel
teller
a person employed to deal with customers' transactions in a bank., a person who tells something
technician
a person employed to look after technical equipment or do practical work in a laboratory
steward
a person employed to look after the passengers on a ship, aircraft, or train.
stuntman
a person employed to take an actor's place in performing dangerous stunts.
taster
a person employed to test food or drink for quality by tasting it, a small quantity or brief experience of something
supremo
a person in overall charge of an organization or activity
spooner
a person kissing and cuddling another person amorously
suppliant
a person making a humble or earnest plea to someone in power or authority.
swimmer
a person or animal that swims
sweeper
a person or device that cleans a floor or road by sweeping, a player stationed behind the other defenders
sponsor
a person or organization that pays for or contributes to the costs involved in staging a sporting or artistic event in return
supplier
a person or organization that provides something needed such as a product or service
stationer
a person or shop selling paper, pens, and other writing and office materials
substitute
a person or thing acting or serving in place of another
splitter
a person or thing occupied in or designed for splitting something, a person, especially a taxonomist
standout
a person or thing of exceptional quality or ability
subject
a person or thing that is being discussed, described, or dealt with, a branch of knowledge studied or taught in a school, college
stinker
a person or thing that smells very bad.
spoiler
a person or thing that spoils something
squeaker
a person or thing that squeaks, a competition or election won or likely to be won by a narrow margin
starter
a person or thing that starts in a specified way, an automatic device for starting a machine, especially the engine of a vehicle
tangent
a straight line or plane that touches a curve or curved surface at a point, but if extended does not cross it at that point.
squinch
a straight or arched structure across an interior angle of a square tower to carry a superstructure such as a dome.
stickpin
a straight pin with an ornamental head, worn to keep a tie in place or as a brooch.
sugan
a straw rope.
terrain
a stretch of land, especially with regard to its physical features
stunner
a strikingly beautiful or impressive person or thing
strap
a strip of leather, cloth, or other flexible material, used to fasten, secure, or carry something or to hold on to something
splint
a strip of rigid material used for supporting and immobilizing a broken bone when it has been set, a long
springboard
a strong
stench
a strong and very unpleasant smell
straitjacket
a strong garment with long sleeves which can be tied together to confine the arms of a violent prisoner or mental patient.
tang
a strong taste, flavour, or smell, the projection on the blade of a tool such as a knife
stake
a strong wooden or metal post with a point at one end, driven into the ground to support a plant, form part of a fence
superstructure
a structure built on top of something else.
term_paper
a student's lengthy essay on a subject drawn from the work done during a school or college term.
sprechgesang
a style of dramatic vocalization intermediate between speech and song.
techno
a style of fast, heavy electronic dance music, typically with few or no vocals.
superstring
a subatomic particle in a version of string theory that incorporates supersymmetry.
subgroup
a subdivision of a group.
sub
a submarine, a subscription, a substitute, especially in a sporting team, a subeditor
subplot
a subordinate plot in a play, novel, or similar work.
stooge
a subordinate used by another to do unpleasant routine work, a performer whose act involves being the butt of a comedian'
superconductor
a substance capable of becoming superconducting at sufficiently low temperatures.
stimulant
a substance that raises levels of physiological or nervous activity in the body
sweetener
a substance used to sweeten food or drink, especially one other than sugar
surfactant
a substance which tends to reduce the surface tension of a liquid in which it is dissolved.
surrogate
a substitute, especially a person deputizing for another in a specific role or office
supermodel
a successful fashion model who has reached the status of a celebrity.
stampede
a sudden panicked rush of a number of horses, cattle, or other animals
surge
a sudden powerful forward or upward movement, especially by a crowd or by a natural force such as the tide
squall
a sudden violent gust of wind or localized storm, especially one bringing rain, snow, or sleet, a loud cry
subsidy
a sum of money granted by the state or a public body to help an industry or business keep the price of a commodity or service low
tax_credit
a sum that can be offset against a tax liability.
summa
a summary of a subject
swashbuckler
a swashbuckling person
sugar
a sweet crystalline substance obtained from various plants, especially sugar cane and sugar beet
taffy
a sweet similar to toffee, made from brown sugar or treacle, boiled with butter and pulled until glossy., insincere flattery
strawberry
a sweet soft red fruit with a seed
sweetie
a sweet., used as a term of endearment.
struma
a swelling of the thyroid gland; a goitre.
swimmers
a swimming costume
television
a system for converting visual images (with sound) into electrical signals, transmitting them by radio or other means
telegraph
a system for transmitting messages from a distance along a wire
telephone
a system for transmitting voices over a distance using wire or radio, by converting acoustic vibrations to electrical signals
spiritualism
a system of belief or religious practice based on supposed communication with the spirits of the dead, especially through mediums
synchromesh
a system of gear changing, especially in motor vehicles
talipot
a tall Indian palm with very large fan
sunflower
a tall North American plant of the daisy family, with very large golden
tankard
a tall beer mug, typically made of silver or pewter, with a handle and sometimes a hinged lid.
tallboy
a tall chest of drawers, typically one mounted on legs and in two sections, one standing on the other.
stalactite
a tapering structure hanging like an icicle from the roof of a cave, formed of calcium salts deposited by dripping water.
tarp
a tarpaulin sheet or cover.
tariff
a tax or duty to be paid on a particular class of imports or exports
taxicab
a taxi.
subspecies
a taxonomic category that ranks below species, usually a fairly permanent geographically isolated race
tech
a technical college., technology.
telecast
a television broadcast.
temp
a temporary employee, typically an office worker who finds employment through an agency.
stopgap
a temporary way of dealing with a problem or satisfying a need
tenner
a ten
stayer
a tenacious person or thing, especially a horse able to hold out to the end of a race.
syrup
a thick, sweet liquid made by dissolving sugar in boiling water, often used for preserving fruit., a wig
suctorial
adapted for sucking (as, for example, the mouthparts of some insects)
subjoin
add (comments or supplementary information) at the end of a speech or text.
superadd
add (something) to what has already been added
stoke
add coal or other solid fuel to (a fire, furnace, boiler, etc.)
stand_by
be present while something bad is happening but fail to take any action to stop it, support or remain loyal to (someone)
superintend
be responsible for the management or arrangement of (an activity or organization); oversee
sulk
be silent, morose, and bad
swither
be uncertain as to which course of action to choose
swelter
be uncomfortably hot
support
bear all or part of the weight of; hold up, give assistance to, especially financially, suggest the truth of; corroborate,
sport
an activity involving physical exertion and skill in which an individual or team competes against another or others for
surcharge
an additional charge or payment, a mark printed on a postage stamp changing its value.
subsequently
after a particular thing has happened; afterwards
syne
ago.
surrounding
all round a particular place or thing
staff
all the people employed by a particular organization
surtax
an additional tax on something already taxed, especially a higher rate of tax on incomes above a certain level
supertax
an additional tax on something already taxed; a surtax.
succotash
an American dish of maize and lima beans boiled together.
tabbouleh
an Arab salad of cracked wheat mixed with finely chopped ingredients such as tomatoes, onions, and parsley.
stromboli
an Italian
tamarisk
an Old World shrub or small tree with tiny scale
spleen
an abdominal organ involved in the production and removal of blood cells in most vertebrates and forming part of the immune
swelling
an abnormal enlargement of a part of the body, typically as a result of an accumulation of fluid
swab
an absorbent pad or piece of material used in surgery and medicine for cleaning wounds, applying medication, or taking specimens.
story
an account of imaginary or real people and events told for entertainment
takeover
an act of assuming control of something, especially the buying out of one company by another
stroke
an act of hitting or striking someone or something; a blow, a mark made by drawing a pen, pencil
splurge
an act of spending money freely or extravagantly
stabbing
an act or instance of wounding or killing someone with a knife
step
an act or movement of putting one leg in front of the other in walking or running, a flat surface, especially one in a series
tactic
an action or strategy carefully planned to achieve a specific end
tendency
an inclination towards a particular characteristic or type of behaviour
table_tennis
an indoor game based on tennis, played with small bats and a ball bounced on a table divided by a net.
stickball
an informal game played with a stick and a ball, derived from the rules of baseball or lacrosse.
streetball
an informal type of basketball played outside, especially in urban areas.
tavern
an inn or public house.
stinger
an insect or animal that stings, such as a bee or jellyfish
taxman
an inspector or collector of taxes.
switchboard
an installation for the manual control of telephone connections in an office, hotel, or other large building.
syllogism
an instance of a form of reasoning in which a conclusion is drawn from two given or assumed propositions (premises)
stoppage
an instance of movement, activity, or supply stopping or being stopped, a blockage in a narrow passage
stroboscope
an instrument for studying periodic motion or determining speeds of rotation by shining a bright light at intervals so that a
sundial
an instrument showing the time by the shadow of a pointer cast by the sun on to a plate marked with the hours of the day.
telex
an international system of telegraphy with printed messages transmitted and received by teleprinters using the public
sri_lanka
an island country off the south
taiwan
an island country off the south
tahiti
an island in the central South Pacific, one of the Society Islands, forming part of French Polynesia; population 178,173 (2007)
sweetmeat
an item of confectionery or sweet food
stirrer
an object or mechanical device used for stirring something.
talisman
an object, typically an inscribed ring or stone, that is thought to have magic powers and to bring good luck
starch
an odourless, tasteless white substance occurring widely in plant tissue and obtained chiefly from cereals and potatoes
subaltern
an officer in the British army below the rank of captain, especially a second lieutenant.
tart
an open pastry case containing a sweet or savoury filling
strip_mine
an opencast mine.
squadron
an operational unit in an air force consisting of two or more flights of aircraft and the personnel required to fly them.
telephonist
an operator of a switchboard.
telescope
an optical instrument designed to make distant objects appear nearer, containing an arrangement of lenses
summons
an order to appear before a judge or magistrate, or the writ containing such an order
strikeout
an out called when a batter has made three strikes.
suburb
an outlying district of a city, especially a residential one
stan
an overzealous or obsessive fan of a particular celebrity
stallion
an uncastrated adult male horse.
tantrum
an uncontrolled outburst of anger and frustration, typically in a young child
subtext
an underlying and often distinct theme in a piece of writing or conversation
substratum
an underlying layer or substance, in particular a layer of rock or soil beneath the surface of the ground
substructure
an underlying or supporting structure
substrate
an underlying substance or layer.
starveling
an undernourished or emaciated person or animal
surprise
an unexpected or astonishing event, fact, etc., denoting a complex method of change
superfluity
an unnecessarily or excessively large amount or number of something
suckling
an unweaned child or animal
stanchion
an upright bar, post, or frame forming a support or barrier.
strife
angry or bitter disagreement over fundamental issues; conflict
steroid
any of a large class of organic compounds with a characteristic molecular structure containing four rings of carbon atoms
starwort
any of a number of plants with starlike flowers or leaves.
tempting
appealing to or attracting someone, even if wrong or unwise
suspenseful
arousing excited expectation or uncertainty about what may happen
tabulate
arrange (data) in tabular form
systematize
arrange according to an organized system; make systematic
subscribe
arrange to receive something, typically a publication, regularly by paying in advance, express or feel agreement with
stellate
arranged in a radiating pattern like that of a star
spontaneously
as a result of a sudden impulse and without premeditation
spoonful
as much as can be contained in a spoon
superficially
as to the outward appearance only; on the surface, not thoroughly or deeply, at or on the surface or skin
supplicate
ask or beg for something earnestly or humbly
strafe
attack repeatedly with bombs or machine
tear_into
attack verbally, make an energetic or enthusiastic start on
syncretize
attempt to amalgamate or reconcile (differing things, especially religious beliefs, cultural elements, or schools of thought)
striking
attracting attention by reason of being unusual, extreme, or prominent, (of an employee) on strike
temporize
avoid making a decision or committing oneself in order to gain time
splenetic
bad
sullen
bad
surly
bad
subjective
based on or influenced by personal feelings, tastes, or opinions
symbolize
be a symbol of
surround
be all round (someone or something)
stand_for
be an abbreviation of or symbol for, refuse to endure or tolerate, support (a cause or principle)
take_care
be cautious; keep oneself safe, make sure of doing something
suffice
be enough or adequate
stick_out
be extremely noticeable
teem
be full of or swarming with
step_in
become involved in a difficult situation, especially in order to help
subside
become less intense, violent, or severe, (of water) go down to a lower or the normal level
steepen
become or cause to become steeper
take_on
become very upset, especially needlessly
tapering
becoming thinner or narrower towards one end
tee_off
begin a round or hole of golf by playing the ball from a tee
start
begin or be reckoned from a particular point in time or space; come into being, cause to happen or begin
take_to
begin or fall into the habit of, form a liking for, go to (a place) to escape danger or an enemy
take_up_with
begin to associate with (someone), especially in a way disapproved of by the speaker
suck_up
behave obsequiously, especially for one's own advantage
stealthy
behaving or done in a cautious and surreptitious manner, so as not to be seen or heard
sycophantic
behaving or done in an obsequious way in order to gain advantage
supercilious
behaving or looking as though one thinks one is superior to others
stupidity
behaviour that shows a lack of good sense or judgement
suspected
believed to exist or to be true, without certain proof
substandard
below the usual or required standard,
stoop
bend one's head or body forwards and downwards, lower one's moral standards so far as to do something reprehensible,
supple
bending and moving easily and gracefully; flexible
split
break or cause to break forcibly into parts, especially into halves or along the grain,
suspire
breathe
suborn
bribe or otherwise induce (someone) to commit an unlawful act such as perjury
sunny
bright with sunlight
stamp
bring down (one's foot) heavily on the ground or on something on the ground, impress a pattern or mark on (a surface, object
terminate
bring to an end, (of a thing) have its end at (a specified place) or of (a specified form)
subjugate
bring under domination or control, especially by conquest
stocky
broad and sturdily built
surgically
by means of a medical operation involving incision or manipulation, with great precision
stolid
calm, dependable, and showing little emotion or animation
tegucigalpa
capital of Honduras; population 967,200 (est. 2008).
subtitle
captions displayed at the bottom of a cinema or television screen that translate or transcribe the dialogue or narrative
squirt
cause (a liquid) to be ejected from a small opening in a thin, fast stream or jet, transmit
submerge
cause (something) to be under water
standardize
cause (something) to conform to a standard
swallow
cause or allow (something, especially food or drink) to pass down the throat, take in and cause to disappear; engulf
terrify
cause to feel extreme fear
startle
cause to feel sudden shock or alarm
stultify
cause to lose enthusiasm and initiative, especially as a result of a tedious or restrictive routine, cause
synchronize
cause to occur or operate at the same time or rate
suffocating
causing difficulty in breathing
stirring
causing excitement or strong emotion; rousing, moving briskly; active
terrifying
causing extreme fear
stressful
causing mental or emotional stress
surprising
causing surprise; unexpected
stealth
cautious and surreptitious action or movement,
switch_off
cease to pay attention
storied
celebrated in or associated with stories or legends
swerve
change or cause to change direction abruptly
swampy
characteristic of or resembling a swamp
summery
characteristic of or suitable for summer
straitened
characterized by poverty, restricted in range or scope
tempestuous
characterized by strong and turbulent or conflicting emotion, very stormy
splashy
characterized by water splashing about, attracting a great deal of attention; ostentatiously impressive
subedit
check and correct (the text of a newspaper or magazine before printing), typically also writing headlines and captions
teetotal
choosing or characterized by abstinence from alcohol
sweep
clean (an area) by brushing away dirt or litter, move swiftly and smoothly, search (an area) for something
stated
clearly expressed or identified; specified
surveillance
close observation, especially of a suspected spy or criminal
sportswear
clothes worn for sport or for casual outdoor use.
swimwear
clothing worn for swimming.
take_effect
come into force; start to apply
subsequent
coming after something in time; following
succeeding
coming after something in time; subsequent
tell
communicate information to someone in spoken or written words, decide or determine correctly or with certainty,
telecommunication
communication over a distance by cable, telegraph, telephone, or broadcasting
sure
completely confident that one is right, certain to receive, get, or do something, true beyond any doubt
starkers
completely naked, mad; crazy
supplementary
completing or enhancing something
ternary
composed of three parts.
stow_away
conceal oneself on a ship, aircraft, or other passenger vehicle in order to travel secretly or without paying the fare
sporting
connected with or interested in sport, fair and generous in one's behaviour or treatment of others, especially in a contest
sylvan
consisting of or associated with woods; wooded
tendinous
consisting of or resembling tendons
tenth
constituting number ten in a sequence; 10th, each of ten equal parts into which something is or may be divided
sugary
containing much sugar, excessively sentimental
stick_to
continue or confine oneself to doing or using (a particular thing), adhere to (a commitment, belief, or rule)
survive
continue to live or exist, especially in spite of danger or hardship
sustained
continuing for an extended period or without interruption
spunk
courage and determination, semen., a sexually attractive person.
spunky
courageous and determined, sexually attractive
sprinkle
cover (an object or surface) with small drops or particles of a substance, rain very lightly
stony
covered with or full of small pieces of rock, not having or showing feeling or sympathy
tableware
crockery, cutlery, and glassware used for serving and eating meals at a table.
squat
crouch or sit with one's knees bent and one's heels close to or touching one's buttocks or the back of one's thighs
squash
crush or squeeze (something) with force so that it becomes flat, soft, or out of shape, suppress or subdue (a feeling or action)
tearful
crying or inclined to cry
terete
cylindrical or slightly tapering, and without substantial furrows or ridges.
sully
damage the purity or integrity of
swarthy
dark
tenebrous
dark; shadowy or obscure
subterfuge
deceit used in order to achieve one's goal
studded
decorated or augmented with studs
staggering
deeply shocking; astonishing
suicidal
deeply unhappy or depressed and likely to commit suicide
stonewall
delay or obstruct (a request, process, or person) by refusing to answer questions or by being evasive
tardy
delaying or delayed beyond the right or expected time; late
stipulate
demand or specify (a requirement), typically as part of an agreement
stipulated
demanded or specified, typically as part of an agreement
strict
demanding that rules concerning behaviour are obeyed and observed, (of a person) following rules or beliefs exactly
suzuki
denoting a method of teaching the violin, typically to very young children in large groups, developed by Shin'ichi Suzuki
teenage
denoting a person between 13 and 19 years old
starring
denoting a principal role or performer in a film, play, or other show
superluminal
denoting or having a speed greater than that of light.
tandoori
denoting or relating to a style of Indian cooking based on the use of a tandoor
supermax
denoting or relating to an extremely high
stylize
depict or treat in a mannered and non
stand_in
deputize, sail closer to the shore.
stigmatize
describe or regard as worthy of disgrace or great disapproval, mark with stigmata
streamline
design or provide with a form that presents very little resistance to a flow of air or water
submersible
designed to operate while submerged.
stubbornness
dogged determination not to change one's attitude or position on something
suffocate
die or cause to die from lack of air or inability to breathe
spoil
diminish or destroy the value or quality of, harm the character of (someone
taper
diminish or reduce in thickness towards one end
sunshine
direct sunlight unbroken by cloud, especially over a comparatively large area
squarely
directly, without deviating to one side
syncopate
displace the beats or accents in (music or a rhythm) so that strong beats become weak and vice versa, shorten
swank
display one's wealth, knowledge, or achievements in a way that is intended to impress others
subdivide
divide (something that has already been divided or that is a separate unit)
systematic
done or acting according to a fixed plan or system; methodical
suck
draw into the mouth by contracting the muscles of the lips and mouth to make a partial vacuum, involve
straw
dried stalks of grain, used especially as fodder or as material for thatching, packing, or weaving
swig
drink in large draughts
strand
drive or leave (a boat, sailor, or sea creature) aground on a shore
subfusc
dull; gloomy
stirrup
each of a pair of devices attached to each side of a horse's saddle
spoke
each of the bars or wire rods connecting the centre of a wheel to its outer edge.
squashy
easily crushed or squeezed into a different shape; having a soft consistency
squeamish
easily made to feel sick or disgusted
surpass
exceed; be greater than
stilt
either of a pair of upright poles with supports for the feet enabling the user to walk at a distance above the ground., a long
spit
eject saliva forcibly from one's mouth, sometimes as a gesture of contempt or anger, light rain falls
sweaty
exuding, soaked in, or inducing sweat
stack_up
form or cause to form a large quantity; build up, measure up; compare
tabes
emaciation.
subcontract
employ a firm or person outside one's company to do (work) as part of a larger project
stimulation
encouragement of something to make it develop or become more active
stimulating
encouraging or arousing interest or enthusiasm
stoical
enduring pain and hardship without showing one's feelings or complaining
swashbuckle
engage in daring and romantic adventures with bravado or flamboyance
talking
engaging in speech.
sufficient
enough; adequate
tempt
entice or try to entice (someone) to do something that they find attractive but know to be wrong or unwise
tantamount
equivalent in seriousness to; virtually the same as
ten
equivalent to the product of five and two; one more than nine; 10
temerity
excessive confidence or boldness; audacity
superstition
excessively credulous belief in and reverence for the supernatural
stagy
excessively theatrical; exaggerated
stoked
excited or euphoric
superficial
existing or occurring at or on the surface, appearing to be true or real only until examined more closely, not thorough, deep
synchronous
existing or occurring at the same time
subaqueous
existing, formed, or taking place under water
subterranean
existing, occurring, or done under the earth's surface
suffer
experience or be subjected to (something bad or unpleasant), tolerate
stressed
experiencing mental or emotional strain or tension, (of a syllable) pronounced with stress
take_advantage_of
exploit for one's own benefit, make good use of the opportunities offered by
tendentious
expressing or intending to promote a particular cause or point of view, especially a controversial one
straight
extending or moving uniformly in one direction only; without a curve or bend, properly positioned so as to be level, upright
sweeping
extending or performed in a long, continuous curve, wide in range or effect
statewide
extending throughout a particular state in the US
terror
extreme fear, a person, especially a child, that causes trouble or annoyance.
terrible
extremely bad or serious, causing or likely to cause terror; sinister
steamed
extremely drunk, angry; upset, (of food) cooked by steaming
stupendous
extremely impressive
stunning
extremely impressive or attractive
suiting
fabric of a suitable quality for making suits, trousers, jackets, and skirts
take_for_granted
fail to properly appreciate (someone or something), especially as a result of overfamiliarity
succumb
fail to resist pressure, temptation, or some other negative force
swoon
faint, especially from extreme emotion, be overcome with admiration, adoration, or other strong emotion
sportsmanship
fair and generous behaviour or treatment of others, especially in a sporting contest
stylish
fashionably elegant and sophisticated
suckle
feed (a baby or young animal) from the breast or teat
sympathize
feel or express sympathy, agree with a sentiment, opinion, or ideology
startled
feeling or showing sudden shock or alarm
surprised
feeling or showing surprise
suffocated
feeling trapped and oppressed
sympathetic
feeling, showing, or expressing sympathy, (of a person) attracting the liking of others
team_spirit
feelings of camaraderie among the members of a group, enabling them to cooperate and work well together
sympathy
feelings of pity and sorrow for someone else's misfortune, understanding between people; common feeling
stucco
fine plaster used for coating wall surfaces or moulding into architectural decorations
steady
firmly fixed, supported, or balanced; not shaking or moving, regular, even, and continuous in development, frequency
squeeze
firmly press (something soft or yielding), typically with one's fingers
supercharge
fit or design (an internal combustion engine) with a supercharger
spivvy
flashily dressed and seeming disreputable or untrustworthy
stratify
form or arrange into strata
squashed
flat, soft, or out of shape as a result of being crushed or squeezed with force
successive
following one another or following others
talkative
fond of or given to talking
sporty
fond of or good at sport
sybaritic
fond of sensuous luxury or pleasure; self
sustenance
food and drink regarded as a source of strength; nourishment
takeout
food that is cooked and sold by a restaurant or store to be eaten elsewhere; takeaway., a bid
stodge
food that is heavy, filling, and high in carbohydrates
temporarily
for a limited period of time; not permanently
such_as
for example, of a kind that; like, those who
strain
force (a part of one's body or oneself) to make an unusually great effort, pour
suppress
forcibly put an end to
stinking
foul
suds
froth made from soap and water
spume
froth or foam, especially that found on waves
stand
have or maintain an upright position, supported by one's feet, (of an object, building
syrupy
having the consistency or sweetness of syrup
starry
full of or lit by stars, relating to stars in the world of entertainment
teeming
full of people or things; crowded
teary
full of tears; tearful
tear_gas
gas that causes severe irritation to the eyes, chiefly used in riot control to force crowds to disperse
supposed
generally assumed or believed to be the case, but not necessarily so
tenderness
gentleness and kindness; kindliness, sensitivity to pain; soreness, the quality of being easy to cut or chew; succulence
strictly
in a way that involves rigid enforcement or that demands obedience
summarize
give a brief statement of the main points of (something)
sum_up
give a brief summary
steaming
giving off steam, extremely drunk, very angry.
streaky
having streaks of different colours or textures, variable in quality; not predictable or reliable, lucky
splosh
make a soft splashing sound as one moves
sunglasses
glasses tinted to protect the eyes from sunlight or glare.
stemware
goblets and stemmed glasses regarded collectively.
tattle
gossip idly
suffuse
gradually spread through or over
taupe
grey with a tinge of brown
sunken
having sunk or been submerged in water, at a lower level than the surrounding area
teethe
grow or cut milk teeth
straggly
growing or spreading in an irregular, untidy way
steer
guide or control the movement of (a vehicle, vessel, or aircraft), for example by turning a wheel or operating a rudder
spurt
gush out in a sudden and forceful stream, move with a sudden burst of speed
swift
happening quickly or promptly
teak
hard durable timber used in shipbuilding and for making furniture.
stone
hard solid non
stink
have a strong unpleasant smell, be very unpleasant, contemptible, or scandalous
suspect
have an idea or impression of the existence, presence, or truth of (something) without certain proof
swear_by
have or express great confidence in the use, value, or effectiveness of
substantive
having a firm basis in reality and so important, meaningful, or considerable, having a separate and independent existence.,
talented
having a natural aptitude or skill for something
strutting
having a stiff, erect, and apparently arrogant or conceited gait
stinging
having a sting; capable of wounding or piercing with a sting
telling
having a striking or revealing effect; significant
stinky
having a strong or unpleasant smell
tangy
having a strong, piquant flavour or smell
tailed
having a tail of a specified kind
swaggering
having a very confident and arrogant or self
surfaced
having an outside part or upper layer, especially of a specified kind
stunted
having been prevented from growing or developing properly
talentless
having no natural aptitude or skill
stepped
having or formed into a step or series of steps, carried out or occurring in stages or with pauses rather than continuously
squeaky
having or making a high
supervisory
having or relating to the role of observing and directing an activity or a person
superstitious
having or showing a belief in superstitions
suspicious
having or showing a cautious distrust of someone or something
stupid
having or showing a great lack of intelligence or common sense
tactless
having or showing a lack of skill and sensitivity in dealing with others or with difficult issues
stubborn
having or showing dogged determination not to change one's attitude or position on something
superhuman
having or showing exceptional ability or powers
tactful
having or showing skill and sensitivity in dealing with others or with difficult issues
supranational
having power or influence that transcends national boundaries or governments
superheat
heat (a liquid) under pressure above its boiling point without vaporization.
sunstroke
heatstroke brought about by excessive exposure to the sun.
tarpaulin
heavy
subserve
help to further or promote
steak
high
superior
higher in rank, status, or quality, having or showing an overly high opinion of oneself; conceited, (of a letter, figure
supreme
highest in rank or authority, very great or the greatest
subjectively
in a way that is based on personal feelings, tastes, or opinions
subconsciously
in a way that is influenced by the part of the mind of which one is not fully aware
spousal
relating to marriage or to a husband or wife
strike
hit forcibly and deliberately with one's hand or a weapon or other implement, (of a disaster, disease
swat
hit or crush (something, especially an insect) with a sharp blow from a flat object
swipe
hit or try to hit with a swinging blow, steal, pass
suitably
in a way that is right or appropriate for a particular purpose or situation
straightforwardly
in a way that is uncomplicated and easy to do or understand
tacitly
in a way that is understood or implied without being directly stated
tactically
in a way that relates to actions carefully planned to gain a specific end
spiritually
in a way that relates to or affects the human spirit or soul as opposed to material or physical things
sunlit
illuminated by direct light from the sun
successively
immediately one after another
teach
impart knowledge to or instruct (someone) as to how to do something, cause
stately
impressive or grand in size, appearance, or manner
succinctly
in a brief and clearly expressed manner
stealthily
in a cautious and surreptitious manner, so as not to be seen or heard
stylishly
in a fashionably elegant manner
sweetly
in a generally pleasing or endearing way, with a pleasantly sweet smell or taste
splendidly
in a magnificent or very impressive manner
stiffly
in a manner that is not relaxed or friendly, in a severe or strong manner
subtly
in a manner that is so delicate or precise as to be difficult to analyse or describe, in a clever and indirect way
stubbornly
in a manner that shows dogged determination not to change one's attitude or position on something
steadily
in a regular and even manner, in a controlled or unwavering manner
steadfastly
in a resolutely or dutifully firm and unwavering manner
sternly
in a serious and severe manner, especially when asserting authority or exercising discipline
summarily
in a summary manner; without the customary formalities
staunchly
in a very loyal and committed manner
successfully
in a way that accomplishes a desired aim or result
strikingly
in a way that attracts attention by reason of being unusual, extreme, or prominent
surprisingly
in a way that causes surprise; unexpectedly, used to express surprise at an event or situation
symbiotic
involving interaction between two different organisms living in close physical association
supersonic
involving or denoting a speed greater than that of sound
tatters
irregularly torn pieces of cloth, paper, or other material
splice
join or connect (a rope or ropes) by interweaving the strands at the ends
surveil
keep (a person or place) under surveillance
take_care_of
keep (someone or something) safe and provided for, deal with
steadying
keeping someone or something steady or stable
surreptitious
kept secret, especially because it would not be approved of
sputter
make a series of soft explosive or spitting sounds, deposit
stun
knock unconscious or into a dazed or semi
tenuity
lack of solidity or substance; thinness
tasteless
lacking flavour, considered to be lacking in aesthetic judgement or to constitute inappropriate behaviour
static
lacking in movement, action, or change, especially in an undesirable or uninteresting way
terra
land or territory., (in science fiction) the planet earth.
tectonics
large
step_out
leave a room or building for a short time, go out with, walk with long or vigorous steps
tarnish
lose or cause to lose lustre, especially as a result of exposure to air or moisture
supersized
larger than average or standard sizes; extremely large
temporary
lasting for only a limited period of time; not permanent
take
lay hold of (something) with one's hands; reach for and hold, remove (someone or something) from a particular place
sublet
lease (a property) to a subtenant
suede
leather with the flesh side rubbed to make a velvety nap
subsidiary
less important than but related or supplementary to something
stet
let it stand (used as an instruction on a printed proof to indicate that a marked alteration should be ignored).
taxable
liable to be taxed; subject to tax
sunlight
light from the sun
spongy
like a sponge, especially in being porous, compressible, or absorbent
tarry
like or covered with tar
susceptible
likely or liable to be influenced or harmed by a particular thing, capable or admitting of
spray
liquid that is blown or driven through the air in the form of tiny drops
starlit
lit or made brighter by stars
streaking
long, thin lines of a different colour from their surroundings, especially on dyed hair
squint
look at someone or something with one or both eyes partly closed in an attempt to see more clearly or as a reaction to strong
survey
look closely at or examine (someone or something), examine and record the area and features of
stare
look fixedly or vacantly at someone or something with one's eyes wide open
sweatpants
loose, warm trousers with an elasticated or drawstring waist, worn when exercising or as leisurewear.
subordinate
lower in rank or position
stalwart
loyal, reliable, and hard
symmetrical
made up of exactly similar parts facing each other or around an axis; showing symmetry
symmetric
made up of exactly similar parts facing each other or around an axis; symmetrical
splendorous
magnificent and impressive in appearance
splendour
magnificent and splendid appearance; grandeur
splendid
magnificent; very impressive
subsist
maintain or support oneself, especially at a minimal level, remain in force or effect
sweetcorn
maize of a variety with kernels that have a high sugar content
tat
make (a decorative mat or edging) by tying knots in thread and using a small shuttle to form lace
taw
make (hide) into leather without the use of tannin, especially by soaking it in a solution of alum and salt
tenderize
make (meat) more tender by beating or slow cooking
stifle
make (someone) unable to breathe properly; suffocate, restrain (a reaction) or stop oneself acting on (an emotion)
stupefy
make (someone) unable to think or feel properly
supply
make (something needed or wanted) available to someone; provide, take over (a vacant place or role)
synthesize
make (something) by synthesis, especially chemically, produce (sound) electronically
sterilize
make (something) free from bacteria or other living microorganisms, deprive
splutter
make a series of short explosive spitting or choking sounds
stain
mark or discolour with something that is not easily removed, colour
spotted
marked or decorated with spots
stained
marked or discoloured with something that is not easily removed,
striped
marked with or having stripes
sulcate
marked with parallel grooves
spotty
marked with spots
striate
marked with striae
string
material consisting of threads of cotton, hemp, or other material twisted together to form a thin length
tarmac
material used for surfacing roads or other outdoor areas, consisting of broken stone mixed with tar
stuff
matter, material, articles, or activities of a specified or indeterminate kind that are being referred to, indicated, or implied
stingy
mean; ungenerous
step_back
mentally withdraw from a situation in order to consider it objectively
spring
move or jump suddenly or rapidly upwards or forwards, originate or arise from, cushion or fit
stand_off
move or keep away, sail further away from the shore
sweat
moisture exuded through the pores of the skin, typically in profuse quantities as a reaction to heat, physical exertion, fever
sulky
morose, bad
stir
move a spoon or other implement round in (a liquid or other substance) in order to mix it thoroughly
stray
move away aimlessly from a group or from the right course or place
swirl
move in a twisting or spiralling pattern
teeter
move or balance unsteadily; sway back and forth
swing
move or cause to move back and forth or from side to side while suspended or on an axis
sway
move or cause to move slowly or rhythmically backwards and forwards or from side to side, control or influence
talent
natural aptitude or skill, a former weight and unit of currency, used especially by the ancient Romans and Greeks
sterile
not able to produce children or young, free from bacteria or other living microorganisms; totally clean
spurious
not being what it purports to be; false or fake
tentative
not certain or fixed; provisional
stiff
not easily bent or changed in shape; rigid, severe or strong, full of
stay_up
not go to bed
subnormal
not meeting standards or reaching a level regarded as usual, especially with respect to intelligence or development.
still
not moving or making a sound
stationary
not moving or not intended to be moved
sunbathing
the activity of sitting or lying in the sun, especially to tan the skin
spiritual
relating to or affecting the human spirit or soul as opposed to material or physical things
storytelling
the activity of telling or writing stories
swordplay
the activity or skill of fencing with swords or foils.
tangential
relating to or along a tangent, diverging from a previous course or line; erratic
syllabic
relating to or based on syllables
sudorific
relating to or causing sweating.
tailoring
the activity or trade of a tailor
syrian
relating to or characteristic of Syria or its people.
tanzanian
relating to or characteristic of Tanzania or its people
subtropical
relating to or characteristic of the regions adjacent to or bordering on the tropics
tactical
relating to or constituting actions carefully planned to gain a specific military end, showing adroit planning
supplementation
the addition of an extra element or amount to something
subclinical
relating to or denoting a disease which is not severe enough to present definite or readily observable symptoms.
subjunctive
relating to or denoting a mood of verbs expressing what is imagined or wished or possible.
stereoscopic
relating to or denoting a process by which two photographs of the same object taken at slightly different angles are viewed
temperate
relating to or denoting a region or climate characterized by mild temperatures, showing moderation or self
subclavian
relating to or denoting an artery or vein which serves the neck and arm on the left or right side of the body.
sweated
relating to or denoting manual workers employed at very low wages for long hours and under poor conditions
subsonic
relating to or flying at a speed or speeds less than that of sound
structural
relating to or forming part of the structure of a building or other item
tantric
relating to or involving the doctrines or principles of the Hindu or Buddhist tantras, in particular the use of mantras
telescopic
relating to or made with a telescope, having or consisting of concentric tubular sections designed to slide into one another
squirrelly
relating to or resembling a squirrel, restless, nervous, or unpredictable
televisual
relating to or suitable for television
surgical
relating to or used in surgery, done with great precision
technological
relating to or using technology
teen
relating to teenagers
tensile
relating to tension, capable of being drawn out or stretched
stygian
relating to the River Styx in Greek mythology.
strategic
relating to the identification of long
territorial
relating to the ownership of an area of land or sea, relating to a particular territory, district, or locality
systolic
relating to the phase of the heartbeat when the heart muscle contracts and pumps blood from the chambers into the arteries.
sufficiency
the condition or quality of being adequate or sufficient
stuart
relating to the royal family ruling Scotland 1371��1714 and Britain 1603��1649 and 1660��1714.
supernal
relating to the sky or the heavens; celestial.
tectonic
relating to the structure of the earth's crust and the large
tarsal
relating to the tarsus
statistical
relating to the use of statistics
splanchnic
relating to the viscera or internal organs, especially those of the abdomen.
subconscious
of or concerning the part of the mind of which one is not fully aware but which influences one's actions and feelings
temporal
relating to worldly as opposed to spiritual affairs; secular, relating to time
sycophancy
obsequious behaviour towards someone important in order to gain advantage
supervise
observe and direct the execution of (a task or activity)
stargaze
observe the stars, observe celebrities
sporadically
occasionally or at irregular intervals
take_place
occur
supervene
occur as an interruption or change to an existing situation
sporadic
occurring at irregular intervals or only in a few places; scattered or isolated
sudden
occurring or done quickly and unexpectedly or without warning
subhuman
of a lower order of being than humans.
tawny
of an orange
substantial
of considerable importance, size, or worth, concerning the essentials of something, real and tangible rather than imaginary
tall
of great or more than average height, especially (with reference to an object) relative to width
terrific
of great size, amount, or intensity, causing terror
syntactic
of or according to syntax
telegraphic
of or by a telegraph or telegram, (especially of speech) omitting inessential words; concise
suburban
of or characteristic of a suburb
stylistic
of or concerning style, especially literary style
tactile
of or connected with the sense of touch
synoptic
of or forming a general summary or synopsis, relating to the Synoptic Gospels.
tellurian
of or inhabiting the earth.
syndetic
of or using conjunctions
telluric
of the earth as a planet.
superlative
of the highest quality or degree, (of an adjective or adverb) expressing the highest or a very high degree of a quality (e.g
such
of the type previously mentioned, of the type about to be mentioned, to so high a degree; so great
stannic
of tin with a valency of four; of tin(IV).
sundry
of various kinds; several
sublime
of very great excellence or beauty, (of a person's attitude or behaviour) extreme or unparalleled
stateside
of, in, or towards the US
step_forward
offer one's help or services
tattered
old and torn; in poor condition
terrestrial
on or relating to the earth, of or on dry land
status
relative social or professional position; standing, the situation at a particular time during a process
stay_behind
remain in a classroom or school at the end of teaching, especially to receive punishment
styx
one of the nine rivers in the underworld, over which Charon ferried the souls of the dead.
spread
open out (something) so as to extend its surface area, width, or length, extend over a large or increasing area, apply
suggestible
open to suggestion; easily swayed
summon
order (someone) to be present, make an effort to produce (a particular quality or reaction) from within oneself
surmount
overcome (a difficulty or obstacle), stand or be placed on top of
subdue
overcome, quieten, or bring under control (a feeling or person)
stick_around
remain in or near a place
tamp
pack (a blast hole) full of clay or sand to concentrate the force of the explosion
stow
pack or store (an object) carefully and neatly in a particular place
stay
remain in the same place, remain in a specified state or position, (of a person) live somewhere temporarily as a visitor or guest
stick_together
remain united or mutually loyal
tagliatelle
pasta in narrow ribbons.
tangible
perceptible by touch
spontaneous
performed or occurring as a result of a sudden impulse or inclination and without premeditation or external stimulus
stick_with
persevere or continue with, continue to support or be loyal to (someone), typically during difficult times
stagflation
persistent high inflation combined with high unemployment and stagnant demand in a country's economy.
suasion
persuasion as opposed to force or compulsion
stat
photostat., statistic., thermostat.
taxing
physically or mentally demanding
surviving
remaining alive, especially after the death of another or others
superpose
place (something) on or above something else, especially so that they coincide
superimpose
place or lay (one thing) over another, typically so that both are still evident
superimposed
placed or laid over something else, typically so that both things are still evident
strum
play (a guitar or similar instrument) by sweeping the thumb or a plectrum up or down across the strings
sportive
playful; light
tarot
playing cards, traditionally a pack of 78 with five suits, used for fortune
symphonious
pleasant
synaptic
relating to a synapse or synapses between nerve cells
systemic
relating to a system, especially as opposed to a particular part
standing
position, status, or reputation, the length of time that something has lasted or that someone has fulfilled a role; duration
tenancy
possession of land or property as a tenant
stereotypical
relating to a widely held but fixed and oversimplified image or idea of a particular type of person or thing
subservient
prepared to obey others unquestioningly
supernumerary
present in excess of the normal or requisite number.
staged
presented or performed on a stage
stress
pressure or tension exerted on a material object
strangulate
prevent circulation of the blood supply through (a part of the body, especially a hernia) by constriction, strangle; throttle
stunt
prevent from growing or developing properly
stymie
prevent or hinder the progress of
take_it_easy
proceed in a calm and relaxed manner., make little effort; rest.
steamy
producing, filled with, or clouded with steam, depicting or involving passionate sexual activity
stand_out
project from a surface, persist in opposition or support of something
swear_off
promise to abstain from
terpsichorean
relating to dancing
swim
propel the body through water by using the limbs, or (in the case of a fish or other aquatic animal) by using fins, tail
substantiate
provide evidence to support or prove the truth of
supplemental
provided in addition to what is already present or available to complete or enhance it
stocked
provided or filled with goods, items, or a supply of something
supportive
providing encouragement or emotional help
sustaining
providing physical or mental strength or support
tear
pull (something) apart or to pieces with force, move very quickly in a reckless or excited manner
symbolically
purely in terms of what is being represented or implied, as or by means of a symbol or symbolism
suggest
put forward for consideration, cause one to think that (something) exists or is the case
suddenly
quickly and unexpectedly
stilly
quietly and with little movement
stimulate
raise levels of physiological or nervous activity in (the body or any biological system)
standby
readiness for duty or immediate deployment, the state of waiting to secure an unreserved place for a journey or performance
submissive
ready to conform to the authority or will of others; meekly obedient or passive
suss
realize or grasp (something)
stipendiary
receiving a stipend; working for payment rather than voluntarily
temerarious
reckless; rash
televise
record for or transmit by television
sunburn
reddening, inflammation, and, in severe cases
stop_up
refrain from going to bed; stay up
superannuation
regular payment made into a fund by an employee towards a future pension
tend
regularly or frequently behave in a particular way or have a certain characteristic
spurn
reject with disdain or contempt
sumerian
relating to Sumer, its ancient language, or the element it contributed to Babylonian civilization.
swedish
relating to Sweden, its people, or their language.
swiss
relating to Switzerland or its people.
technical
relating to a particular subject, art, or craft, or its techniques, involving or concerned with applied and industrial sciences
stellar
relating to a star or stars, featuring or having the quality of a star performer or performers
statutory
required, permitted, or enacted by statute
strenuous
requiring or using great effort or exertion
take_after
resemble (a parent or ancestor)
steely
resembling steel in colour, brightness, or strength, coldly determined; hard
steadfast
resolutely or dutifully firm and unwavering
strike_back
retaliate, (of a gas burner) burn from an internal point before the gas has become mixed with air.
superannuate
retire (someone) with a pension
telltale
revealing, indicating, or betraying something
suitable
right or appropriate for a particular person, purpose, or situation
suited
right or appropriate for a particular person, purpose, or situation, wearing a suit of clothes of a specified type, fabric
step_by_step
so as to progress gradually and carefully from one stage to the next
sprint
run at full speed over a short distance
spittle
saliva, especially as ejected from the mouth.
strew
scatter or spread (things) untidily over a surface or area
staid
sedate, respectable, and unadventurous
subversive
seeking or intended to subvert an established system or institution
stunned
so shocked that one is temporarily unable to react; astonished
squishy
soft and moist
symbolic
serving as a symbol, involving the use of symbols or symbolism
symptomatic
serving as a symptom or sign, especially of something undesirable, exhibiting or involving medical symptoms
stark
severe or bare in appearance or outline, complete; sheer, stiff, rigid, or incapable of movement
stubby
short and thick
stumpy
short and thick; squat
strapped
short of money
swimming_trunks
shorts worn by men for swimming.
tender
showing gentleness, kindness, and affection, (of food) easy to cut or chew; not tough, (of a part of the body) sensitive to pain
tasteful
showing good aesthetic judgement or appropriate behaviour
spiteful
showing or caused by malice
strained
showing signs of nervous tension or tiredness, (of a limb or muscle) injured by overexertion or twisting.,
tawdry
showy but cheap and of poor quality
spooky
sinister or ghostly in a way that causes fear and unease, easily frightened; nervous
sunbathe
sit or lie in the sun, especially to tan the skin
straddle
sit or stand with one leg on either side of
sprawl
sit, lie, or fall with one's arms and legs spread out in an ungainly way
subjacent
situated below something else.
subcutaneous
situated or applied under the skin
sublingual
situated or applied under the tongue.
tact
skill and sensitivity in dealing with others or with difficult issues
stagecraft
skill or experience in writing or staging plays.
subatomic
smaller than or occurring within an atom.
swimmingly
smoothly and satisfactorily
stressor
something that causes a state of strain or tension
stereo
sound that is directed through two or more speakers so that it seems to surround the listener and to come from more than one
talk
speak in order to give information or express ideas or feelings; converse or communicate by spoken words
stand_up_for
speak or act in support of
splash_out
spend money freely
studious
spending a lot of time studying or reading, done deliberately or with a purpose in mind
splatter
splash with a liquid, typically a thick or viscous one, prominently or sensationally publish (a story) in a newspaper
splendiferous
splendid
sumptuous
splendid and expensive
sunder
split apart
suv
sport utility vehicle.
sprawling
spreading out over a large area in an untidy or irregular way
springy
springing back quickly when squeezed or stretched; elastic
starshine
starlight.
take_hold
start to have an effect
statuary
statues regarded collectively
string_along
stay with or accompany a person or group casually or as long as it is convenient.
sy
steam yacht
sr
steradian(s).
tamarind
sticky brown acidic pulp from the pod of a tree of the pea family, widely used as a flavouring in Asian cooking.
st
stone (in weight)., (on scorecards) stumped by.
surrender
stop resisting to an enemy or opponent and submit to their authority, give up or hand over (a person, right, or possession)
stash
store (something) safely in a hidden or secret place
sustain
strengthen or support physically or mentally, undergo or suffer (something unpleasant, especially an injury)
string_out
stretch out into a long line
taut
stretched or pulled tight; not slack
swinge
strike hard; beat
stripy
striped
striated
striped or streaked.
struggling
striving to achieve or attain something in the face of difficulty or resistance
swot
study assiduously
swanky
stylishly luxurious and expensive
tentatively
subject to further confirmation; not definitely
submerse
submerge
subrogate
substitute (one person or thing) for another in respect of a debt or insurance claim and any associated rights and duties
supposititious
substituted for the real thing; not genuine
starve
suffer or die or cause to suffer or die from hunger, be freezing cold
starvation
suffering or death caused by lack of food
starving
suffering or dying from hunger
sync
synchronization
steal
take (another person's property) without permission or legal right and without intending to return it
sup
take (drink or liquid food) by sips or spoonfuls
subtract
take away (a number or amount) from another to calculate the difference
take_into_consideration
take into account
swap
take part in an exchange of
stocktaking
the action or process of recording the amount of stock held by a business
supersede
take the place of (a person or thing previously in authority or use); supplant
talc
talcum powder., a white, grey, or pale green soft mineral with a greasy feel
stutter
talk with continued involuntary repetition of sounds, especially initial consonants
tatterdemalion
tattered or dilapidated.
technic
technique, technical terms, details, and methods; technology
spoilage
the action or process of spoiling, especially the deterioration of food and other perishable goods.
telecoms
telecommunications
suspend
temporarily prevent from continuing or being in force or effect, hang (something) from somewhere,
syncope
temporary loss of consciousness caused by a fall in blood pressure., the omission of sounds or letters from within a word
tenfold
ten times as great or as numerous
sticky
tending or designed to stick to things on contact, (of the weather) hot and humid; muggy, involving problems
tenacious
tending to keep a firm hold of something; clinging or adhering closely
suggestive
tending to suggest an idea
ta
thank you
taking
the action or process of taking something, the amount of money earned by a business from the sale of goods or services
stenography
the action or process of writing in shorthand and transcribing the shorthand on a typewriter.
strangulation
the action or state of strangling or being strangled, the condition in which circulation of blood to a part of the body
submersion
the action or state of submerging or being submerged
sustainability
the ability to be maintained at a certain rate or level
stamina
the ability to sustain prolonged physical or mental effort
stenosis
the abnormal narrowing of a passage in the body
stillness
the absence of movement or sound
success
the accomplishment of an aim or purpose, the good or bad outcome of an undertaking
submission
the action of accepting or yielding to a superior force or to the will or authority of another person
supplication
the action of asking or begging for something earnestly or humbly
tagging
the action of attaching a label to someone or something
splitting
the action of dividing or being divided into parts
suicide
the action of killing oneself intentionally, a running drill consisting of a sprint to a set point
substitution
the action of replacing someone or something with another person or thing
spoliation
the action of ruining or destroying something, the action of taking goods or property from somewhere by violent means
sternutation
the action of sneezing.
steering
the action of steering a vehicle, vessel, or aircraft
stowage
the action of stowing something
tapping
the action of striking against something with a quick light blow or blows, or a sound made in this way
subdivision
the action of subdividing or being subdivided, an area of land divided into plots for sale.
subjection
the action of subjecting a country or person to one's control, or the fact of being subjected
supervision
the action of supervising someone or something
suppression
the action of suppressing something such as an activity or publication
suspension
the action of suspending someone or something or the condition of being suspended
termination
the action of terminating something or the fact of being terminated, a word's final syllable or letters or letter
subsistence
the action or fact of maintaining or supporting oneself, especially at a minimal level
stammering
the action or fact of speaking with a stammer
storage
the action or method of storing something for future use
swatting
the action or practice of making a hoax call to the emergency services in an attempt to bring about the dispatch of a large
syntax
the arrangement of words and phrases to create well
stratification
the arrangement or classification of something into different groups
taxidermy
the art of preparing, stuffing, and mounting the skins of animals with lifelike effect.
stippling
the art or process of drawing, painting, or engraving using numerous small dots or specks
taka
the basic monetary unit of Bangladesh, equal to 100 poisha.
sucre
the basic monetary unit of Ecuador until 2000, equal to 100 centavos.
stillbirth
the birth of an infant that has died in the womb (strictly
terminology
the body of terms used with a particular technical application in a subject of study, profession, etc.
sugaring
the boiling down of maple sap until it thickens into syrup or crystallizes into sugar
stump
the bottom part of a tree left projecting from the ground after most of the trunk has fallen or been cut down.
statics
the branch of mechanics concerned with bodies at rest and forces in equilibrium.,
taxonomy
the branch of science concerned with classification, especially of organisms; systematics.
sternum
the breastbone.
tallinn
the capital of Estonia, a port on the Gulf of Finland; population 397,000 (est. 2007).
suva
the capital of Fiji, situated on the south
tbilisi
the capital of Georgia; population 1,100,000 (est. 2007).
tehran
the capital of Iran, situated in the foothills of the Elburz Mountains; population 7,088,287 (2006)
sydney
the capital of New South Wales in south
stockholm
the capital of Sweden, a seaport on the east coast, situated on the mainland and on numerous adjacent islands; population 810
taipei
the capital of Taiwan; population 2,629,300 (est. 2007). It developed as an industrial city in the 19th century
tashkent
the capital of Uzbekistan, in the far north
stele
the central core of the stem and root of a vascular plant, consisting of the vascular tissue
sternpost
the central upright support at the stern of a boat, traditionally bearing the rudder.
stokes
the cgs unit of kinematic viscosity, corresponding to a dynamic viscosity of 1 poise and a density of 1 gram per cubic centimetre
sulphur
the chemical element of atomic number 16, a yellow combustible non
strontium
the chemical element of atomic number 38, a soft silver
tc
the chemical element technetium.
te
the chemical element tellurium.
tb
the chemical element terbium.
stanley
the chief port and town of the Falkland Islands, situated on the island of East Falkland; population 2,115 (2006).
synthesis
the combination of components or elements to form a connected whole
teamwork
the combined action of a group, especially when effective and efficient
sprinting
the competitive athletic sport of running distances of 400 metres or less
spontaneity
the condition of being spontaneous; spontaneous behaviour or action
stubble
the cut stalks of cereal plants left sticking out of the ground after the grain is harvested, short
sunday
the day of the week before Monday and following Saturday, observed by Christians as a day of rest and religious worship and
standard_of_living
the degree of wealth and material comfort available to a person or community.
temperature
the degree or intensity of heat present in a substance or object
temptation
the desire to do something, especially something wrong or unwise
study
the devotion of time and attention to gaining knowledge of an academic subject, especially by means of books
terminus
the end of a railway or other transport route, or a station at such a point; a terminal., a final point in space or time
stoicism
the endurance of pain or hardship without the display of feelings and without complaint.
tackle
the equipment required for a task or sport, a mechanism consisting of ropes, pulley blocks, hooks
status_quo
the existing state of affairs, especially regarding social or political issues
swansong
the final performance or activity of a person's career
stock
the goods or merchandise kept on the premises of a shop or warehouse and available for sale or distribution
technocracy
the government or control of society or industry by an elite of technical experts
subsidence
the gradual caving in or sinking of an area of land
suet
the hard white fat on the kidneys and loins of cattle, sheep, and other animals, used to make foods such as puddings, pastry
supreme_court
the highest judicial court in a country or state.
summit
the highest point of a hill or mountain, a meeting between heads of government
tail
the hindmost part of an animal, especially when prolonged beyond the rest of the body
tabletop
the horizontal top part of a table.
stalinism
the ideology and policies adopted by Stalin, based on centralization, totalitarianism, and the pursuit of communism.
synergy
the interaction or cooperation of two or more organizations, substances
stratosphere
the layer of the earth's atmosphere above the troposphere, extending to about 50 km above the earth's surface
taxation
the levying of tax
starlight
the light that comes from the stars
stem
the main body or stalk of a plant or shrub, typically rising above ground but occasionally subterranean., a long
stalk
the main stem of a herbaceous plant
stamen
the male fertilizing organ of a flower, typically consisting of a pollen
tercel
the male of a hawk, especially a peregrine or a goshawk.
superintendence
the management or arrangement of an activity or organization; supervision
telemarketing
the marketing of goods or services by means of telephone calls, typically unsolicited, to potential customers.
surf
the mass or line of foam formed by waves breaking on a seashore or reef, a spell of surfing
sweeney
the members of a police flying squad.
staging
the method of presenting a play or other dramatic performance
steatite
the mineral talc occurring in consolidated form, especially as soapstone.
strauss
the name of two Austrian composers.
tau
the nineteenth letter of the Greek alphabet (課, �), transliterated as �쁳��.
teaching
the occupation, profession, or work of a teacher, ideas or principles taught by an authority
surface
the outside part or uppermost layer of something, a continuous set of points that has length and breadth but no thickness.
superego
the part of a person's mind that acts as a self
steerage
the part of a ship providing the cheapest accommodation for passengers, the action of steering a boat
state
the particular condition that someone or something is in at a specific time
stonework
the parts of a building that are made of stone
study_hall
the period of time in a school curriculum set aside for the preparation of schoolwork
systole
the phase of the heartbeat when the heart muscle contracts and pumps blood from the chambers into the arteries.
stead
the place or role that someone or something should have or fill (used in referring to a substitute)
storyline
the plot of a novel, play, film, or other narrative form.
sponsorship
the position of being a sponsor
statistics
the practice or science of collecting and analysing numerical data in large quantities
summation
the process of adding things together, the process of summing something up
symphysis
the process of growing together., a place where two bones are closely joined, either forming an immovable joint
subtraction
the process or skill of taking one number or amount away from another
submergence
the process or state of being submerged in or covered with water
suction
the production of a partial vacuum by the removal of air in order to force fluid into a vacant space or procure adhesion
surveying
the profession or work of examining and recording the area and features of a piece of land so as to construct a map, plan
superconductivity
the property of zero electrical resistance in some substances at very low absolute temperatures.
subjectivity
the quality of being based on or influenced by personal feelings, tastes, or opinions
spirituality
the quality of being concerned with the human spirit or soul as opposed to material or physical things
symmetry
the quality of being made up of exactly similar parts facing each other or around an axis
suitability
the quality of being right or appropriate for a particular person, purpose, or situation
suavity
the quality of being suave in manner
submissiveness
the quality of being submissive
sweetness
the quality of being sweet.
swiftness
the quality of moving at high speed
strictness
the quality or condition of being strict
tenacity
the quality or fact of being able to grip something firmly; grip
tardiness
the quality or fact of being late; lateness
strength
the quality or state of being physically strong, the capacity of an object or substance to withstand great force or pressure
subtlety
the quality or state of being subtle
tailpipe
the rear section of the exhaust pipe of a motor vehicle.
tailing
the residue of something, especially ore, the action of cutting the stalks or ends off fruit or vegetables
taxis
the restoration of displaced bones or organs by manual pressure alone., a motion or orientation of a cell, organism
suffrage
the right to vote in political elections,
tautology
the saying of the same thing twice over in different words, generally considered to be a fault of style (e.g
telegraphy
the science or practice of using or constructing communication systems for the transmission or reproduction of information.
springtime
the season of spring
summertime
the season or period of summer
taste
the sensation of flavour perceived in the mouth and throat on contact with a substance, a person's liking for particular flavours
starboard
the side of a ship or aircraft that is on the right when one is facing forward
synchronicity
the simultaneous occurrence of events which appear significantly related but have no discernible causal connection,
statecraft
the skilful management of state affairs; statesmanship
subsoil
the soil lying immediately under the surface soil.
swoosh
the sound produced by a sudden rush of air or liquid, an emblem or design representing a flash or stripe of colour
tempo
the speed at which a passage of music is or should be played., the rate or speed of motion or activity; pace
swimming
the sport or activity of propelling oneself through water using the limbs
surfing
the sport or pastime of riding a wave towards the shore while standing or lying on a surfboard.
sun
the star round which the earth orbits, the light or warmth received from the earth's sun, a day or a year
tallahassee
the state capital of Florida; population 171,922 (est. 2008).
springfield
the state capital of Illinois; population 117,352 (est. 2008). It was the home and burial place of Abraham Lincoln.
subject_matter
the topic dealt with or the subject represented in a debate, exposition, or work of art.
subtotal
the total of one set of a larger group of figures to be added.
spoor
the track or scent of an animal
sunna
the traditional portion of Muslim law based on Muhammad's words or acts, accepted
syndication
the transfer of something for control or management by a group of individuals or organizations
telefax
the transmission of documents by fax
surgery
the treatment of injuries or disorders of the body by incision or manipulation, especially with instruments
stub
the truncated remnant of a pencil, cigarette, or similar
subversion
the undermining of the power and authority of an established system or institution
terrorism
the unlawful use of violence and intimidation, especially against civilians, in the pursuit of political aims
swearing
the use of offensive language
symbolism
the use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities
telepresence
the use of virtual reality technology, especially for remote control of machinery or for apparent participation in distant events
steam
the vapour into which water is converted when heated, forming a white mist of minute water droplets in the air
summer
the warmest season of the year
stance
the way in which someone stands, especially when deliberately adopted (as in cricket, golf, and other sports); a person's posture
styling
the way in which something is made, designed, or performed
telephony
the working or use of telephones
teens
the years of a person's age from 13 to 19
stab
thrust a knife or other pointed weapon into (someone) so as to wound or kill
splay
thrust or spread (things, especially limbs or fingers) out and apart
teensy
tiny
teeny
tiny
substantially
to a great or significant extent, for the most part; essentially
tad
to a small extent; somewhat
sufficiently
to an adequate degree; enough
tedious
too long, slow, or dull; tiresome or monotonous
tantalize
torment or tease (someone) with the sight or promise of something that is unobtainable
tantalizing
tormenting or teasing with the sight or promise of something unobtainable
supramundane
transcending or superior to the physical world
tens
transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation
stomp
tread heavily and noisily, typically in order to show anger
stumble
trip or momentarily lose one's balance; almost fall
stumbling
tripping or losing balance while walking; moving with difficulty
ted
turn over and spread out (grass, hay, or straw) to dry or for bedding
tangle
twist together into a confused mass, become involved in a conflict or fight with
tangled
twisted together untidily; matted
sweltering
uncomfortably hot
straightforward
uncomplicated and easy to do or understand
stoned
under the influence of drugs, especially cannabis.
subvert
undermine the power and authority of (an established system or institution)
tacit
understood or implied without being stated
stainless
unmarked by or resistant to stains or discoloration
superfluous
unnecessary, especially through being more than enough
swinish
unpleasant or contemptible
strewn
untidily scattered
strange
unusual or surprising; difficult to understand or explain, not previously visited, seen, or encountered; unfamiliar or alien,
swindle
use deception to deprive (someone) of money or possessions
tarnation
used as a euphemism for �쁡amnation��.
surely
used to emphasize the speaker's firm belief that what they are saying is true and often their surprise that there is any doubt
strewth
used to express surprise or dismay.
sure_enough
used to introduce a statement that confirms something previously predicted
sucky
very bad or unpleasant, ingratiating and obsequious
super
very good or pleasant; excellent, (of a manufactured product) very good; superfine,
superb
very good; excellent, impressively splendid
staunch
very loyal and committed in attitude, (of a wall) of strong or firm construction
startling
very surprising, astonishing, or remarkable
tenuous
very weak or slight
supremely
very well; excellently, with the highest rank or authority
terribly
very; extremely, very badly or unpleasantly
tearing
violent; extreme
stroll
walk in a leisurely way, achieve a sporting victory without effort
swagger
walk or behave in a very confident and arrogant or self
stagger
walk or move unsteadily, as if about to fall, astonish or deeply shock, arrange (events, payments, hours, etc
stride
walk with long, decisive steps in a specified direction, cross (an obstacle) with one long step.
swill
wash or rinse out (an area or container) by pouring large amounts of water or other liquid over or into it, drink
squander
waste (something, especially money or time) in a reckless and foolish manner
tap_water
water from a piped supply.
spring_water
water from a spring, as opposed to river water or rainwater.
susurration
whispering or rustling
subservience
willingness to obey others unquestioningly
suspiciously
with a cautious distrust or suspicion of someone or something
tenaciously
with a firm hold of something; closely
staccato
with each sound or note sharply detached or separated from the others
tenderly
with gentleness, kindness, and affection, in a way that is easy to cut or chew; softly
terrifically
with great intensity; to a great extent
strongly
with great power or strength, in a way that is able to withstand force or wear
step_down
withdraw or resign from an important position or office
sunless
without any sun
tatty
worn and shabby; in poor condition
swaddle
wrap (someone, especially a baby) in garments or cloth
sprain
wrench or twist the ligaments of (an ankle, wrist
squirm
wriggle or twist the body from side to side, especially as a result of nervousness or discomfort
stationery
writing and other office materials