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listlesslyadverbIn a listless manner.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

They shook hands rather listlessly.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: 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) ↗

litadjectiveProvided with artificial light.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A brightly lit room.

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) ↗

litanynounAny long and tedious address or recital.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A litany of failures.

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

liteadjectiveHaving relatively few calories.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Light (or lite) beer.

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) ↗

literaladjectiveBeing or reflecting the essential or genuine character of something.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A literal solitude like a desert.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Ancient Greek, Late Latin, Latin, Middle 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) ↗

literallyadverb(intensifier before a figurative expression) without exaggeration.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Our eyes were literally pinned to TV during the Gulf War.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Ancient Greek, Late Latin, Latin, Middle 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) ↗

literaryadjectiveOf or relating to or characteristic of literature.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Literary criticism.

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

literaturenounPublished writings in a particular style on a particular subject.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The technical literature.

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) ↗

lithographicadjectiveOf or produced by or involved in lithography.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Lithographic reproduction.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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litigiousadjectiveInclined or showing an inclination to dispute or disagree, even to engage in law suits.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A litigious and acrimonious spirit.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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littleadjectiveLimited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A little dining room.

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) ↗

livableadjectiveFit or suitable to live in or with.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Livable conditions.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Old English, Old French, 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) ↗

livelihoodnounThe financial means whereby one lives.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He could no longer earn his own livelihood.

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) ↗

livelyadjectiveFull of life and energy.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A lively discussion.

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) ↗

liveriedadjectiveWearing livery.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Liveried footmen stood on the palace steps.

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

lividadjectiveFuriously angry.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Willful stupidity makes him absolutely livid.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: 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) ↗

livingadjectiveTrue to life; lifelike.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The living image of her mother.

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

loadnounAn onerous or difficult concern.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

That's a load off my mind.

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) ↗

loadedadjectiveFilled with a great quantity.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A tray loaded with dishes.

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

loadingnounThe labor of putting a load of something on or in a vehicle or ship or container etc.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The loading took 2 hours.

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loanverbGive temporarily; let have for a limited time.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Loan me some money.

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) ↗

loathadjective(usually followed by `to') strongly opposed.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Loath to go on such short notice.

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) ↗

lobverbPropel in a high arc.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Lob the tennis ball.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Danish, Old Norse, Welsh. 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) ↗

localadjectiveOf or belonging to or characteristic of a particular locality or neighborhood.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The local citizens.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Late Latin, Latin, Middle 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) ↗

localitynounA surrounding or nearby region.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

It is a rugged locality.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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localizedadjectiveMade local or oriented locally.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A decentralized and localized political authority.

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locallyadverbBy a particular locality.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

It was locally decided.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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locateverbDiscover the location of; determine the place of; find by searching or examining.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Can you locate your cousins in the Midwest?

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin.

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locatedadjectiveSituated in a particular spot or position.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Valuable centrally located urban land.

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

locationnounA workplace away from a studio at which some or all of a movie may be made.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

They shot the film on location in Nevada.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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lockverbBecome rigid or immoveable.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The therapist noticed that the patient's knees tended to lock in this exercise.

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) ↗

lockstepnounA manner of marching in file in which each person's leg moves with and behind the corresponding leg of the person ahead.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The prisoner's ankles were so chained together that they could only march in lockstep.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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locusnounThe set of all points or lines that satisfy or are determined by specific conditions.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The locus of points equidistant from a given point is a circle.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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lodgeverbPut, fix, force, or implant.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Lodge a bullet in the table.

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) ↗

loftyadjectiveOf high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A noble and lofty concept.

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) ↗

lognounA written record of messages sent or received.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

They kept a log of all transmission by the radio station.

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) ↗

logarithmicadjectiveOf or relating to or using logarithms.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Logarithmic function.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Ancient Greek, New 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) ↗

logicnounReasoned and reasonable judgment.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

It made a certain kind of logic.

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) ↗

logicaladjectiveBased on known statements or events or conditions.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Rain was a logical expectation, given the time of year.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Ancient Greek, Hindi, 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) ↗

logicallyadverbAccording to logical reasoning.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Logically, you should now do the same to him.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Ancient Greek, Hindi, 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) ↗

logisticadjectiveOf or relating to logistics.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Logistic requirements.

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) ↗

logjamnounAny stoppage attributable to unusual activity.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The legislation ran into a logjam.

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) ↗

logogramnounA single written symbol that represents an entire word or phrase without indicating its pronunciation.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

7 is a logogram that is pronounced `seven' in English and `nanatsu' in Japanese.

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

lollynounIce cream or water ice on a small wooden stick.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

In England a popsicle is called an ice lolly.

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

loneadjectiveLacking companions or companionship.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The lone skier on the mountain.

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

lonelyadjectiveMarked by dejection from being alone.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Felt sad and lonely.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

English word formation.

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lonesomeadjectiveMarked by dejection from being alone.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Spent a lonesome hour in the bar.

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) ↗

longadjectivePrimarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A long boring speech.

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) ↗

longeradverbFor more time.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Can I stay bit longer?

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) ↗

longestadverbFor the most time.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

She stayed longest.

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) ↗

longevitynounDuration of service.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Her longevity as a star.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin.

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

longinglyadverbIn a yearning manner.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He spent the rest of the act gazing longingly over my right shoulder at the illuminated word `Exit'.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Ancient Greek, 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) ↗

longitudinaladjectiveOver an extended time.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A longitudinal study of twins.

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) ↗

longstandingadjectiveHaving existed for a long time.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A longstanding friendship.

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

lookverbPerceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Look at your child!

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) ↗

lookingadjectiveAppearing to be as specified; usually used as combining forms.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Left their clothes dirty looking.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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lookupnounAn operation that determines whether one or more of a set of items has a specified property.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

They wrote a program to do a table lookup.

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

loopnounAn inner circle of advisors (especially under President Reagan).beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He's no longer in the loop.

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) ↗

looseadverbWithout restraint.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Cows in India are running loose.

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) ↗

looselyadverbIn a relaxed manner; not rigid.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

His hands lay loosely.

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) ↗

loosenverbMake loose or looser.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Loosen the tension on a rope.

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) ↗

looseningnounAn occurrence of control or strength weakening.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The loosening of his grip.

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lootedadjectiveWrongfully emptied or stripped of anything of value.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The robbers left the looted train.

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

lordlyadjectiveOf or befitting a lord.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Heir to a lordly fortune.

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) ↗

lorenounKnowledge gained through tradition or anecdote.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Early peoples passed on plant and animal lore through legend.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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lossnounSomething that is lost.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The car was a total loss.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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lostadjectiveNo longer in your possession or control; unable to be found or recovered.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Lost opportunities.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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lotnounA parcel of land having fixed boundaries.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He bought a lot on the lake.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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lotionnounLiquid preparation having a soothing or antiseptic or medicinal action when applied to the skin.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A lotion for dry skin.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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lotsnounA large number or amount.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Made lots of new friends.

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lotterynounSomething that is regarded as a chance event.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The election was just a lottery to them.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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loucheadjectiveOf questionable taste or morality.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A louche nightclub.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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loudadjectiveCharacterized by or producing sound of great volume or intensity.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Her voice was too loud.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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loudlyadverbWith relatively high volume.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The band played loudly.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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lousyadjectiveInfested with lice.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Burned their lousy clothes.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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lovableadjectiveHaving characteristics that attract love or affection.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A mischievous but lovable child.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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loveverbHave a great affection or liking for.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

I love French food.

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) ↗

lovelessadjectiveReceiving no love.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A loveless childhood.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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lowadjectiveLess than normal in degree or intensity or amount.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The reservoir is low.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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lowbornadjectiveOf humble birth or origins.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A topsy-turvy society of lowborn rich and blue-blooded poor.

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lowlyadjectiveLow or inferior in station or quality.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A lowly parish priest.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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loyaladjectiveSteadfast in allegiance or duty.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Loyal friends stood by him.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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loyallyadverbWith loyalty; in a loyal manner.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Government will not be efficient unless the people as a whole accept leadership loyally and enthusiastically.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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loyaltynounThe act of binding yourself (intellectually or emotionally) to a course of action.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

They felt no loyalty to a losing team.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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lubriciousadjectiveCharacterized by lust.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Eluding the lubricious embraces of her employer.

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lucidadjectiveHaving a clear mind.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A lucid moment in his madness.

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lucifernounLighter consisting of a thin piece of wood or cardboard tipped with combustible chemical; ignites with friction.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

As long you've a lucifer to light your fag.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin.

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lucknounYour overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you).beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The luck of the Irish.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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ludicrousadjectiveBroadly or extravagantly humorous; resembling farce.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Ludicrous green hair.

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lugverbCarry with difficulty.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

You'll have to lug this suitcase.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Scots.

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lukewarmadjectiveFeeling or showing little interest or enthusiasm.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Gave only lukewarm support to the candidate.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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lullnounA period of calm weather.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

There was a lull in the storm.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English.

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lumberingadjectiveSlow and laborious because of weight.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Moved with a lumbering sag-bellied trot.

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lumennounA cavity or passage in a tubular organ.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The lumen of the intestine.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin.

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luminousadjectiveSoftly bright or radiant.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A sky luminous with stars.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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lumpverbPut together indiscriminately.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Lump together all the applicants.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English.

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lunchtimenounThe customary or habitual hour for eating lunch.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He observed a regular lunchtime.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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luridadjectiveGlaringly vivid and graphic; marked by sensationalism.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Lurid details of the accident.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin.

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lustfuladjectiveCharacterized by lust.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Her sensuous grace roused his lustful nature.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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lustrousadjectiveReflecting light.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Lustrous auburn hair.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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