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friendnounA person you know well and regard with affection and trust.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He was my best friend at the university.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English, Old English. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

friendlyadjectiveCharacteristic of or befitting a friend.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A friendly neighborhood.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English, Old English. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

frightfuladjectiveProvoking horror.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A frightful crime of decapitation.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English, Old English. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

fritterverbSpend frivolously and unwisely.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Fritter away one's inheritance.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Old French.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

frivolousadjectiveNot serious in content or attitude or behavior.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A frivolous remark.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

frizznounThe condition of being formed into small tight curls.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Her hair was in a frizz.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Frankish, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

frolicnounGay or light-hearted recreational activity for diversion or amusement.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Their frolic in the surf threatened to become ugly.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Dutch, Middle Dutch, Old Dutch. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

frontnounThe outward appearance of a person.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He put up a bold front.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

frontaladjectiveBelonging to the front part.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A frontal appendage.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Medieval Latin, Middle English, New Latin, Old English, Old French, Old Latin. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

frontiernounA wilderness at the edge of a settled area of a country.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The individualism of the frontier in Andrew Jackson's day.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

frostbittenadjectiveInjured by freezing or partial freezing.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Frostbitten fingers.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English, Old English. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

frostyadjectivePleasantly cold and invigorating.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Crisp clear nights and frosty mornings.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English, Old English. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

frothyadjectiveEmitting or filled with bubbles as from carbonation or fermentation.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Foamy (or frothy) beer.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English, Old Norse. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

frowninglyadverbWith a frown; while frowning.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He looked at her frowningly.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

English word formation.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

frozenadjectiveTurned into ice; affected by freezing or by long and severe cold.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Children skating on a frozen brook.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English, Old English. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

frugallyadverbIn a frugal manner.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

In villages, the new pipeline marks the end of water as a precious liquid, to be dispensed frugally, weighed out drop by drop.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

fruitnounThe consequence of some effort or action.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He lived long enough to see the fruit of his policies.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

fruitfuladjectiveProductive or conducive to producing in abundance.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Be fruitful and multiply.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

fruitlessadjectiveUnproductive of success.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A fruitless search.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Old English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

frumpnounA dull unattractive unpleasant girl or woman.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

She got a reputation as a frump.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle Dutch, Middle English, Middle Low German, Old English, Old French, Old Latin, Old Norse. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

frustratedadjectiveDisappointingly unsuccessful.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Many frustrated poets end as pipe-smoking teachers.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

frustrationnounA feeling of annoyance at being hindered or criticized.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Her constant complaints were the main source of his frustration.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Ancient Greek, Latin, Middle English. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

fuelnounA substance that can be consumed to produce energy.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

More fuel is needed during the winter months.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Late Latin, Latin, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

fulladjectiveContaining as much or as many as is possible or normal.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A sky full of stars.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Medieval Latin, Middle English, Old English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

fullnessnounThe property of a sensation that is rich and pleasing.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The music had a fullness that echoed through the hall.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Medieval Latin, Middle English, Old English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

fullyadverbTo the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (`full' in this sense is used as a combining form).beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He didn't fully understand.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Medieval Latin, Middle English, Old English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

fulsomeadjectiveUnpleasantly and excessively suave or ingratiating in manner or speech.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Gave him a fulsome introduction.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

fumblingadjectiveShowing lack of skill or aptitude.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

His fumbling attempt to put up a shelf.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

funnounActivities that are enjoyable or amusing.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He is fun to have around.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English, Old Frisian. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

functionnounWhat something is used for.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The function of an auger is to bore holes.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle French, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

functionaladjectiveDesigned for or capable of a particular function or use.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Functional architecture.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Hindi, Latin, Middle French, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

functioningadjectivePerforming or able to perform its regular function.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A functioning flashlight.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

fundamentaladjectiveServing as an essential component.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

An example that was fundamental to the argument.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Late Latin, Latin. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

fundamentalsnounPrinciples from which other truths can be derived.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

First you must learn the fundamentals.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

fundedadjectiveFurnished with funds.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Well-funded research.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

funeralnounA ceremony at which a dead person is buried or cremated.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Hundreds of people attended his funeral.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Late Latin, Latin, Medieval Latin, Middle French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

funkyadjectiveStylish and modern in an unconventional way.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

She likes funky clothes.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Dutch, Latin, Middle Dutch, Middle English, Old English, Vulgar Latin. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

funnyadjectiveArousing or provoking laughter.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A very funny writer.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English, Old Frisian. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

furiousadjectiveMarked by extreme anger.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Furious about the accident.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

furiouslyadverb(of the elements) in a wild and stormy manner.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Winds were blowing furiously.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Old English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

furnishedadjectiveProvided with whatever is necessary for a purpose (as furniture or equipment or authority).intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A furnished apartment.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

furniturenounFurnishings that make a room or other area ready for occupancy.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

There was only one piece of furniture in the room.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

furrowedadjectiveHaving long narrow shallow depressions (as grooves or wrinkles) in the surface.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

His furrowed face lit by a warming smile.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

furryadjectiveCovered with a dense coat of fine silky hairs.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A furry teddy bear.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

furtheradjectiveMore distant in especially degree.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Further from our expectations.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English, Old English. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

furthestadjective(comparatives of `far') most remote in space or time or order.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Explored the furthest reaches of space.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

furtivelyadverbIn a furtive manner.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The soldiers were furtively crawling through the night.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Middle French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

fusilladenounRapid simultaneous discharge of firearms.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Our fusillade from the left flank caught them by surprise.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: French, Latin, Occitan. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

fussverbWorry unnecessarily or excessively.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Don't fuss too much over the grandchildren--they are quite big now.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Danish.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

fussyadjectiveExacting especially about details.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Fussy about clothes.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Danish.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

futileadjectiveUnproductive of success.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Futile years after her artistic peak.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

futureadjectiveYet to be or coming.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Some future historian will evaluate him.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

fuzznounA hazy or indistinct representation.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He tried to clear his head of the whisky fuzz.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

English word formation.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

fuzzyadjectiveConfused and not coherent; not clearly thought out.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A vague and fuzzy idea of the world of finance.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

English word formation.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

gabbyadjectiveFull of trivial conversation.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Kept from her housework by gabby neighbors.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English, Old English, Old Norse. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

gadgetrynounAppliances collectively.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Laborsaving gadgetry.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

English word formation.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

gailyadverbIn a gay manner.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The scandals were gaily diverting.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Frankish, Gothic, Latin, Middle English, Old French, Old Occitan. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

gainverbWin something through one's efforts.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Gain an understanding of international finance.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Frankish, Middle English, Middle French, Old English, Old French, Old Norse. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

gainernounA person who gains (gains an advantage or gains profits).beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

She was clearly the gainer in that exchange.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Frankish, Middle English, Middle French, Old English, Old French, Old Norse. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

gainfullyadverbIn a gainful way.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Are you gainfully employed now?

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Frankish, Middle English, Middle French, Old English, Old French, Old Norse. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

galacticadjectiveOf or relating to a galaxy (especially our galaxy the Milky Way).intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The galactic plane.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Ancient Greek.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

galaxynoun(astronomy) a collection of star systems; any of the billions of systems each having many stars and nebulae and dust.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

`extragalactic nebula' is a former name for `galaxy'.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Ancient Greek, Latin, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

gallantadjectiveUnflinching in battle or action.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Put up a gallant resistance to the attackers.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Frankish, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

gallantlyadverbIn a gallant manner.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He gallantly offered to take her home.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Frankish, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

gallingadjectiveCausing irritation or annoyance.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Found it galling to have to ask permission.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: French, Latin, Middle English, Old English, Old Norse. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

galvanicadjectivePertaining to or producing electric current by chemical action.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A voltaic (or galvanic) couple.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: French, Latin, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

gamenounA contest with rules to determine a winner.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

You need four people to play this game.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English, Old English. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

gamelyadverbIn a plucky manner.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He was seen by a shepherd, gamely negotiating a particularly tricky section of the mountain road to San Doloroso.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English, Old English. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

gangnounAn association of criminals.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Police tried to break up the gang.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English, Old English. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

gapnounA conspicuous disparity or difference as between two figures.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Gap between income and outgo.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English, Old Norse. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

gapingadjectiveWith the mouth wide open as in wonder or awe.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The gaping audience.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English, Old English, Old Norse. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

garbagenounA receptacle where waste can be discarded.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

She tossed the moldy bread into the garbage.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Frankish, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

garbedadjectiveDressed or clothed especially in fine attire; often used in combination.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Monks garbed in hooded robes.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

gardennounA piece of land where flowers or other plants are grown.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

We planted carrots in the garden.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

French

Original teaching entry.

gasnounA pedal that controls the throttle valve.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He stepped on the gas.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

gaseousadjectiveExisting as or having characteristics of a gas.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Steam is water is the gaseous state.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

gaspnounA short labored intake of breath with the mouth open.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

She gave a gasp and fainted.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English, Old Norse. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

gastrointestinaladjectiveOf or relating to the stomach and intestines.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A gastrointestinal disorder.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Hindi, Latin. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

gastronomicadjectiveOf or relating to gastronomy.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Gastronomic adventures.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

gastronomynounA particular style of cookery (as of a region).advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

New England gastronomy.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Ancient Greek, French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

gatherverbAssemble or get together.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Gather some stones.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English, Old English. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

gatheredadjectiveBrought together in one place.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The gathered folds of the skirt.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

gaucheadjectiveLacking social polish.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Their excellent manners always made me feel gauche.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Frankish, French, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

gaugeverbAdapt to a specified measurement.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Gauge the instruments.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Frankish, Middle English, Old Northern French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

gauntadjectiveVery thin especially from disease or hunger or cold.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A nightmare population of gaunt men and skeletal boys.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English, Old Norse. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

gauntletnounTo offer or accept a challenge.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Took up the gauntlet.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Frankish, Medieval Latin, Middle English, Old French, Old Norse, Old Swedish, Swedish. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

gawkyadjectiveLacking grace in movement or posture.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A gawky lad with long ungainly legs.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English, Old Norse. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

gayadjectiveGiven to social pleasures often including dissipation.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Led a gay Bohemian life.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Frankish, Gothic, Latin, Middle English, Old French, Old Occitan. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

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gazenounA long fixed look.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He fixed his paternal gaze on me.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English.

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gemnounA crystalline rock that can be cut and polished for jewelry.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He had the gem set in a ring for his wife.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Old English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

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geminatenounA doubled or long consonant.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The `n' in `thinness' is a geminate.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin.

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gennounInformal term for information.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Give me the gen on your new line of computers.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Anglo-Norman, Latin, Middle English, Middle French, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

generaladjectiveApplying to all or most members of a category or group.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The general public.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Anglo-Norman, Latin, Middle English, Middle French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

generalistnounA modern scholar who is in a position to acquire more than superficial knowledge about many different interests.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A statistician has to be something of a generalist.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Anglo-Norman, Latin, Middle English, Middle French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

generalizedadjectiveNot biologically differentiated or adapted to a specific function or environment.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The hedgehog is a primitive and generalized mammal.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

generateverbProduce (energy).advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

We can't generate enough power for the entire city.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

generationnounThe normal time between successive generations.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

They had to wait a generation for that prejudice to fade.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Anglo-Norman, Latin, Middle English, Middle French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

generativeadjectiveProducing new life or offspring.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The reproductive or generative organs.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English.

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generatornounSomeone who originates or causes or initiates something.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He was the generator of several complaints.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

genericadjectiveApplicable to an entire class or group.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Is there a generic Asian mind?

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin.

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