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act
Words that start with 'act' — often related to act or use 'act' as a base.
- action — the process of doing something; a deed or activity
- activate — to make something active or operative; to start a device or process
- active — engaging in action or participation; functioning
- actor — a person who performs in plays, films, or television; a doer
break
Words that start with 'break' — often related to break or use 'break' as a base.
- breakfast — the first meal of the day
- breakage — the act or result of breaking; damaged pieces
- breakout — a sudden occurrence or escape; a rapid increase
- breaker — something that breaks; a device that interrupts flow (e.g., electrical)
build
Words that start with 'build' — often related to build or use 'build' as a base.
- builder — a person or company that constructs houses or other structures
- building — a structure with walls and a roof, such as a house or office
- rebuild — to build something again after it has been damaged or destroyed
- rebuilding — the process of building again or restoring something
fall
Words that start with 'fall' — often related to fall or use 'fall' as a base.
- fallout — radioactive particles or unintended consequences following an event
- fallback — a backup option or plan
- falling — the act of descending or dropping; occurring as one falls
- fallen — having dropped or descended; also used for the deceased or defeated
play
Words that start with 'play' — often related to play or use 'play' as a base.
- player — a person who takes part in a game, sport, or activity; someone who plays
- playful — full of fun and high spirits; lighthearted or joking
- playground — an outdoor area designed for children to play, often with equipment
- playback — the reproduction or replaying of recorded sound or video
work
Words that start with 'work' — often related to work or use 'work' as a base.
- worker — a person who performs work or labor
- workplace — a place where people do their jobs
- workbook — a book containing practice exercises
- workday — a day on which one normally works; a regular day of work
care
Words that start with 'care' — often related to care or use 'care' as a base.
- careful — giving full attention to avoid harm or mistakes
- careless — not giving enough attention; negligent
- carefree — free from anxiety or responsibilities
- caregiver — a person who provides care to someone in need
dream
Words that start with 'dream' — often related to dream or use 'dream' as a base.
- dreamer — a person who dreams; someone given to idealism or imagination
- dreamy — having a magical or unreal quality; pleasantly vague or indulgent in daydreams
- dreaming — the act of experiencing dreams; being absorbed in imaginative thought
- dreamt — past tense of 'dream' — had a dream
point
Words that start with 'point' — often related to point or use 'point' as a base.
- pointed — Having a sharp tip; expressed sharply or clearly
- pointless — Having no purpose or meaning
- pointy — Having a sharp or tapered tip
- pointing — Directing attention or indicating a place or direction
air
Words that start with 'air' — often related to air or use 'air' as a base.
- aircraft — a vehicle capable of atmospheric flight; an airplane or similar craft
- airline — a company that provides air transport services for passengers and cargo
- airport — a complex where aircraft take off, land, and are maintained; terminals for passengers
- airbag — a safety cushion in a vehicle that inflates rapidly in a collision
cloud
Words that start with 'cloud' — often related to cloud or use 'cloud' as a base.
- cloud — A visible mass of condensed water vapor or ice particles in the sky.
- cloudy — Characterized by many clouds; overcast.
- cloudless — Without clouds; clear (usually of the sky).
- cloudburst — A sudden, heavy downpour of rain.
earth
Words that start with 'earth' — often related to earth or use 'earth' as a base.
- earth — The planet we live on; soil or ground.
- earthen — Made of earth or clay; of baked or unbaked clay.
- earthbound — Restricted to the earth; not able to travel into space; figuratively ordinary.
- earthquake — A sudden shaking of the ground caused by tectonic movement.
fire
Words that start with 'fire' — often related to fire or use 'fire' as a base.
- firefighter — a person trained to extinguish fires and rescue people
- fireplace — a place in a room for a domestic fire; hearth
- fireproof — resistant to catching fire or being damaged by fire
- firework — an explosive device used for visual and auditory entertainment; a pyrotechnic display
ice
Words that start with 'ice' — often related to ice or use 'ice' as a base.
- iceberg — a large floating mass of ice detached from a glacier
- icecap — a thick layer of ice covering a large area, especially polar regions
- icebreaker — a ship designed to move and navigate through ice-covered waters; also an activity to break social ice
- icebox — an insulated cabinet or container used to keep food cold (older term for refrigerator)
land
Words that start with 'land' — often related to land or use 'land' as a base.
- landlord — owner of a rental property who leases to tenants
- landmark — a recognizable feature or monument used for navigation or reference
- landscape — the visible features of an area of land; to modify the appearance of land (gardening)
- landfill — a site for the disposal of waste by burial under layers of earth
moon
Words that start with 'moon' — often related to moon or use 'moon' as a base.
- moonlight — light from the moon; (verb) to work a second job at night
- moonbeam — a ray or beam of moonlight
- moonrise — the moment the moon appears above the horizon
- moonset — the moment the moon disappears below the horizon
rain
Words that start with 'rain' — often related to rain or use 'rain' as a base.
- rainfall — The amount or occurrence of rain over a period of time.
- rainstorm — A storm characterized by heavy rain, often accompanied by wind or thunder.
- raindrop — A single drop of rain.
- raincoat — A waterproof coat worn to protect the body from rain.
rock
Words that start with 'rock' — often related to rock or use 'rock' as a base.
- rockface — A vertical or steep exposed surface of rock, especially on a cliff or mountain.
- rockfall — An event in which loose rocks fall from a cliff or slope, often blocking paths or roads.
- rockslide — A rapid downhill movement of a mass of rock, similar to a landslide but dominated by rock.
- rockhound — An amateur collector or enthusiast of rocks and minerals; a hobbyist geologist.
sand
Words that start with 'sand' — often related to sand or use 'sand' as a base.
- sandcastle — A small model castle built of sand, especially by children on a beach.
- sandbox — A box or enclosed area filled with sand where children play.
- sandpaper — A strong paper with a rough surface used for smoothing or polishing wood or metal.
- sandstone — A sedimentary rock composed mainly of sand-sized mineral particles or rock fragments.
sea
Words that start with 'sea' — often related to sea or use 'sea' as a base.
- seaweed — marine algae or plants that grow in the sea
- seafaring — relating to navigation or travel by sea
- seaport — a port on the sea where ships load and unload
- seashore — the land along the edge of the sea; the coast
sky
Words that start with 'sky' — often related to sky or use 'sky' as a base.
- skyscraper — a very tall building
- skyline — the outline of buildings or land against the sky
- skylight — a window set in a roof or ceiling to admit daylight
- skylark — a small songbird (noun); to frolic or play (verb)
snow
Words that start with 'snow' — often related to snow or use 'snow' as a base.
- snowflake — a single small crystal or aggregate of ice that falls as snow
- snowfall — an amount or period of snow falling
- snowball — a ball made of packed snow; something that grows rapidly
- snowman — a figure of a person made from snow
star
Words that start with 'star' — often related to star or use 'star' as a base.
- starfish — a marine echinoderm with five or more radiating arms
- starlight — the light emitted by stars
- starry — full of or illuminated by stars; having a star-filled appearance
- starlet — a young actress being promoted as a potential star
stone
Words that start with 'stone' — often related to stone or use 'stone' as a base.
- cornerstone — a fundamental element or basis; the main supporting part
- milestone — an important event or stage in development
- gemstone — a precious or semi-precious stone used in jewelry
- limestone — a sedimentary rock chiefly composed of calcium carbonate
tree
Words that start with 'tree' — often related to tree or use 'tree' as a base.
- treehouse — a small house built among the branches of a tree
- treetop — the uppermost part of a tree, its canopy or crown
- treeline — the boundary beyond which trees do not grow, often on mountains
- treehugger — informal term for an environmental activist or conservationist
water
Words that start with 'water' — often related to water or use 'water' as a base.
- waterfall — a cascade of water falling from a height
- waterway — a navigable channel of water such as a river or canal
- watershed — an area of land that drains into a particular river system; a turning point
- waterproof — impervious to water; unable to be penetrated by water
wind
Words that start with 'wind' — often related to wind or use 'wind' as a base.
- windmill — a building with sails or blades that turn in the wind to generate power
- windstorm — a storm marked by strong, damaging winds
- windward — on or toward the side from which the wind is blowing
- tailwind — a wind blowing in the same direction as travel, aiding speed
arm
Words that start with 'arm' — often related to arm or use 'arm' as a base.
- arm — the upper limb of the human body; to equip with weapons
- armchair — a comfortable chair with side supports for the arms
- armband — a band worn around the arm, often as a sign or decoration
- armrest — a support attached to a chair for resting the arm
back
Words that start with 'back' — often related to back or use 'back' as a base.
- backbone — the main support, strength, or spine
- background — circumstances or history behind a person or situation; setting behind a subject
- backpack — a bag carried on the back; to carry something in a backpack
- backfire — to produce an outcome opposite to what was intended; an unintended negative result
ball
Words that start with 'ball' — often related to ball or use 'ball' as a base.
- baseball — A team sport played with a bat and ball between two teams.
- basketball — A team sport in which players try to score by shooting a ball through a hoop.
- football — A team sport played with a ball; in many countries refers to soccer (association football).
- volleyball — A sport in which two teams separated by a net hit a ball back and forth.
book
Words that start with 'book' — often related to book or use 'book' as a base.
- notebook — a small book for writing notes
- textbook — a book used as a standard source for study
- guidebook — a book of information for travelers or visitors
- storybook — a book of stories, especially for children
box
Words that start with 'box' — often related to box or use 'box' as a base.
- mailbox — a receptacle for receiving incoming mail
- sandbox — a box or area filled with sand for children to play in; also a safe testing environment in computing
- lunchbox — a container used to carry a packed meal, typically lunch
- matchbox — a small box in which matches are sold or stored
bridge
Words that start with 'bridge' — often related to bridge or use 'bridge' as a base.
- drawbridge — a bridge that can be raised or lowered to allow or prevent passage
- footbridge — a narrow bridge designed for pedestrians
- bridgehead — a fortified position at the end of a bridge or a foothold in enemy territory
- bridgework — dental prosthetic work (bridges) or work on bridge structures
car
Words that start with 'car' — often related to car or use 'car' as a base.
- car — a road vehicle powered by an engine
- carpool — a group sharing a car journey; to share driving
- carport — a covered shelter for parking a car
- carjack — to forcibly seize a vehicle; the act of stealing a car by force
door
Words that start with 'door' — often related to door or use 'door' as a base.
- doorknob — A handle used to open or close a door.
- doorbell — A bell or button at a door that signals someone's arrival.
- doorway — The opening or entrance framed by a door.
- doorman — A person employed to attend the entrance of a building or hotel.
eye
Words that start with 'eye' — often related to eye or use 'eye' as a base.
- eyeball — The spherical part of the eye; the whole eye.
- eyebrow — A strip of hair growing above the eye.
- eyelash — One of the hairs growing at the edge of the eyelid.
- eyelid — The fold of skin that covers and protects the eye.
face
Words that start with 'face' — often related to face or use 'face' as a base.
- facet — a particular aspect or side; a small flat surface on a gem
- facelift — a cosmetic surgical operation to make the face look younger; also a renovation
- faceless — lacking distinguishing features or identity; anonymous
- faceplate — a flat protective or decorative plate on the front of a device
foot
Words that start with 'foot' — often related to foot or use 'foot' as a base.
- footnote — A note at the bottom of a page giving additional information or a citation.
- footpath — A path for pedestrians, often found in the countryside or parks.
- footbridge — A bridge designed for pedestrians rather than vehicles.
- footstep — The sound or action of taking a single step; a step.
glass
Words that start with 'glass' — often related to glass or use 'glass' as a base.
- hourglass — a device for measuring time in which sand runs from one glass bulb to another
- glasses — eyewear with lenses for vision correction; also drinking vessels (plural of glass)
- glassware — objects made of glass, especially dishes, bottles, and decorative items
- glassblower — a craftsman who shapes molten glass by blowing and manipulating it
hand
Words that start with 'hand' — often related to hand or use 'hand' as a base.
- handful — a small number or amount; what can be held in one hand
- handle — to take hold of, manage, or deal with
- handmade — made by hand rather than by machine
- handwriting — a person's style of writing by hand
head
Words that start with 'head' — often related to head or use 'head' as a base.
- headache — a pain in the head
- headmaster — the person in charge of a school; principal
- headstrong — determined to have one's own way; stubborn
- headcount — the number of people present or accounted for
heart
Words that start with 'heart' — often related to heart or use 'heart' as a base.
- heartache — emotional pain or grief
- heartbeat — the rhythmic beating of the heart
- heartbroken — deeply saddened or crushed by grief
- heartburn — a burning sensation in the chest from acid reflux
house
Words that start with 'house' — often related to house or use 'house' as a base.
- household — the members of a home; relating to the home
- housewife — a married woman who manages the home and household
- housework — work done to maintain a home (cleaning, cooking, etc.)
- housewarming — a party to celebrate moving into a new home
paper
Words that start with 'paper' — often related to paper or use 'paper' as a base.
- paper — Thin material made from fibers used for writing, printing, or packaging.
- paperback — A book with a thick paper or paperboard cover.
- paperwork — Written documents or administrative work.
- paperclip — A small wire device used to hold sheets of paper together.
pen
Words that start with 'pen' — often related to pen or use 'pen' as a base.
- pen — a writing instrument that uses ink
- pen — to write (often formally) or to confine animals
- penknife — a small folding knife historically used to sharpen quills
- penholder — a container or stand for holding pens
room
Words that start with 'room' — often related to room or use 'room' as a base.
- roommate — a person who shares a room or residence with another
- showroom — a place where goods are displayed for sale or demonstration
- boardroom — a room in which a company's board of directors meets
- restroom — a room with toilet facilities; a public toilet
table
Words that start with 'table' — often related to table or use 'table' as a base.
- table — a piece of furniture with a flat top supported by legs
- tabletop — the upper surface of a table
- tablecloth — a cloth spread over a table for protection or decoration
- tableware — dishes and utensils used for setting a table and serving food
wall
Words that start with 'wall' — often related to wall or use 'wall' as a base.
- wallpaper — decorative paper used to cover and decorate interior walls
- wallflower — a shy or socially awkward person who remains on the sidelines at social events
- drywall — a gypsum board panel used for constructing interior walls and ceilings
- firewall — a barrier that prevents the spread of fire; also a network security system that blocks unauthorized access
child
Words that start with 'child' — often related to child or use 'child' as a base.
- childhood — the state or period of being a child
- childlike — having innocent or trusting qualities like a child
- childish — immature; characteristic of a child (often negative)
- childless — without children
friend
Words that start with 'friend' — often related to friend or use 'friend' as a base.
- friend — a person whom one knows, likes, and trusts
- friendly — kind, pleasant, and supportive in manner
- friendliness — the quality of being friendly; warmth and kindness
- friendship — a close and trusted relationship between people
game
Words that start with 'game' — often related to game or use 'game' as a base.
- gameplay — the way a game is played; the mechanics and experience of play
- gamer — a person who plays video or electronic games
- gamepad — a handheld controller used to play video games
- Game Boy — a handheld game console developed by Nintendo
home
Words that start with 'home' — often related to home or use 'home' as a base.
- homeowner — A person who owns a house or dwelling.
- homesick — Missing one's home or family while away.
- homemade — Made at home rather than bought commercially.
- homestead — A house, especially a farmhouse and its adjacent buildings or ancestral home.
love
Words that start with 'love' — often related to love or use 'love' as a base.
- lover — a person who is in a romantic or sexual relationship; someone who loves another
- lovesick — overwhelmed by longing or sadness because of love, especially unrequited love
- lovebird — an affectionate couple or a small parrot species; often used for lovers
- lovelorn — unhappy or desolate because of unrequited or lost love
man
Words that start with 'man' — often related to man or use 'man' as a base.
- man — an adult male human; a person
- mankind — the human species; all humans
- manhood — the state of being an adult man; masculine qualities
- man-made — made or caused by humans; not natural
woman
Words that start with 'woman' — often related to woman or use 'woman' as a base.
- womanhood — the state or condition of being a woman
- womanly — having qualities traditionally associated with women; feminine
- womanize — to pursue sexual relationships with many women; to behave as a womanizer
- spokeswoman — a woman who speaks on behalf of an organization or group
school
Words that start with 'school' — often related to school or use 'school' as a base.
- schoolboy — a boy who attends school
- schoolgirl — a girl who attends school
- schoolhouse — a building used as a school
- schoolyard — the outdoor area of a school used for play and assembly
city
Words that start with 'city' — often related to city or use 'city' as a base.
- city — A large town or urban area
- cityscape — A view or representation of a city's appearance; an urban landscape
- citywide — Extending throughout or affecting the entire city
- city-state — An independent city that constitutes a sovereign state
garden
Words that start with 'garden' — often related to garden or use 'garden' as a base.
- garden — a piece of ground used for growing plants, flowers, or vegetables
- gardener — a person who tends and cultivates a garden
- gardening — the activity of tending and cultivating a garden; to work in a garden
- gardenia — a fragrant white flowering shrub of the genus Gardenia
day
Words that start with 'day' — often related to day or use 'day' as a base.
- daybreak — the first light of morning; dawn
- daylight — natural light from the sun during the day
- daytime — the period of the day when it is light
- daydream — a series of pleasant thoughts while awake
night
Words that start with 'night' — often related to night or use 'night' as a base.
- nightfall — the onset of night; dusk
- nightlife — social and entertainment activities at night
- nightcap — a drink taken late in the evening; also a cap worn to bed
- nightstand — a small table or cabinet beside a bed
time
Words that start with 'time' — often related to time or use 'time' as a base.
- timetable — a schedule showing times of events or departures
- timeless — not affected by the passage of time; eternal or classic
- timely — happening at a suitable or opportune moment
- overtime — time worked beyond the scheduled hours; additionally, beyond regular time
place
Words that start with 'place' — often related to place or use 'place' as a base.
- placement — the act of placing or the state of being placed; a position or assignment
- misplaced — put in the wrong place; wrongly attributed (e.g., misplaced trust)
- placeless — lacking a distinctive sense of place; without a fixed location
- marketplace — a physical or virtual market where goods and services are exchanged
road
Words that start with 'road' — often related to road or use 'road' as a base.
- roadmap — a plan or strategy that outlines steps toward a goal
- roadbed — the foundation or groundwork on which a road is built
- roadblock — an obstacle that stops or delays progress; to obstruct movement
- roadhouse — an inn, tavern, or restaurant situated beside a road or highway
way
Words that start with 'way' — often related to way or use 'way' as a base.
- wayfarer — a person who travels on foot; a traveler
- wayward — difficult to control or predict; turned away from what is right or proper
- waylay — to lie in wait for and ambush, attack, or interrupt someone
- waypoint — a reference point used for navigation, especially in travel or GPS systems
world
Words that start with 'world' — often related to world or use 'world' as a base.
- worldwide — extending or reaching throughout the world; global
- worldly — concerned with material life or experienced in practical affairs
- worldview — a particular conception or image of the world and life
- world-class — among the best in the world; of the highest international standard
big
Words that start with 'big' — often related to big or use 'big' as a base.
- bigger — comparative form of big; more large in size
- biggest — superlative form of big; the most large
- big-hearted — generous and kind
- bigwig — an important or influential person
black
Words that start with 'black' — often related to black or use 'black' as a base.
- blacken — to make or become black; to tarnish or sully
- blackbird — a medium-sized black songbird (often Turdus merula or similar species)
- blackberry — a dark purple edible aggregate fruit from plants of the genus Rubus
- blackboard — a dark board used for writing on with chalk, typically in classrooms
blue
Words that start with 'blue' — often related to blue or use 'blue' as a base.
- blueberry — a small sweet blue fruit
- bluebird — a small songbird with bright blue plumage
- bluebell — a bell-shaped wildflower that is typically blue
- blueprint — a detailed plan or technical drawing
bright
Words that start with 'bright' — often related to bright or use 'bright' as a base.
- brightness — the quality or degree of being bright; intensity of light
- brighten — to make or become more bright or cheerful
- brightly — in a bright manner; with vivid light or cheerfulness
- brightening — the process of becoming or making something brighter
dark
Words that start with 'dark' — often related to dark or use 'dark' as a base.
- darken — to make or become less bright; to make darker
- darkener — a substance or device that makes something darker
- darker — more dark; having less light or a deeper shade
- darkest — most dark; having the least light or the deepest shade
fast
Words that start with 'fast' — often related to fast or use 'fast' as a base.
- fasten — to make secure or fixed
- fastener — a device that secures or joins
- fastness — a stronghold; firmness or security
- steadfast — firmly loyal or unwavering
good
Words that start with 'good' — often related to good or use 'good' as a base.
- goodwill — friendly, helpful, or cooperative feelings or attitude; benevolence
- goodbye — an expression used when parting; farewell
- goodness — the quality of being morally good or kind; virtue
- goodnight — a phrase said to wish someone a pleasant night; good night
green
Words that start with 'green' — often related to green or use 'green' as a base.
- greenhouse — a glass building for growing plants in controlled conditions
- greenback — a United States dollar bill; paper money
- greenwash — to give a false impression of environmental responsibility; deceptive environmental marketing
- greenhorn — an inexperienced or naive person; a novice
high
Words that start with 'high' — often related to high or use 'high' as a base.
- high — of great vertical extent; elevated; above the usual level; (informal) in a state of intoxication or euphoria
- highly — to a great degree; very; used to emphasize a quality
- highland — an area of high land, such as hills or mountains; upland region
- highlight — an outstanding part of an event; to emphasize or make prominent
long
Words that start with 'long' — often related to long or use 'long' as a base.
- long — measuring a great distance from end to end; to yearn for
- long-term — lasting for an extended period
- long-distance — covering or extending over a great distance
- long-standing — having existed or continued for a long time
new
Words that start with 'new' — often related to new or use 'new' as a base.
- new — recently created, introduced, or discovered; not previously existing
- newly — recently; a short time ago
- newness — the quality of being new; novelty
- newborn — recently born (adj); a baby that was recently born (n)
old
Words that start with 'old' — often related to old or use 'old' as a base.
- old-fashioned — out of date; from or reminiscent of an earlier period
- oldness — the state or quality of being old
- oldest — most advanced in age or time; earliest
- old-timer — a person who has been involved in something for a long time; an older person
red
Words that start with 'red' — often related to the color red or use 'red' as a base.
- redden — to make or become red
- redness — the quality or state of being red
- redhead — a person with red hair
- redcoat — a British soldier of the 18th–19th centuries (from their red uniforms)
short
Words that start with 'short' — often related to short or use 'short' as a base.
- shortlist — a list of selected candidates; to place on such a list
- shortcoming — a fault or defect; a weakness
- short-lived — lasting for a short time
- shortfall — a deficit or shortage; an amount by which something is less than required
strong
Words that start with 'strong' — often related to strong or use 'strong' as a base.
- stronghold — a place that is strongly defended or a center of power
- strongly — with great force, intensity, or conviction
- strongman — a physically powerful man; also a political leader who rules by force
- strong-willed — determined to do as one wants; having a firm will
white
Words that start with 'white' — often related to white or use 'white' as a base.
- whitewash — to paint with a thin white paint; to cover up wrongdoing
- whiteboard — a smooth board for nonpermanent markings using dry-erase markers
- whitecap — a foamy crest on a breaking wave
- white-collar — relating to office or professional workers (non-manual labor)
young
Words that start with 'young' — often related to young or use 'young' as a base.
- younger — comparative form of young; having less age
- youngest — superlative form of young; having the least age
- youngish — somewhat young; relatively youthful in appearance
- youngster — a young person or child; a youth
color
Words that start with 'color' — often related to color or use 'color' as a base.
- color — a property of objects described by hue, saturation, and brightness; to add color to something
- colorful — having much or varied color; vivid
- colorless — lacking color; dull, pale, or without liveliness
- coloration — the arrangement or appearance of colors; pigmentation
ground
Words that start with 'ground' — often related to ground or use 'ground' as a base.
- playground — an outdoor area for children to play
- battleground — a place where a battle is fought; a scene of conflict
- underground — beneath the surface of the earth; also secret or covert
- foreground — the part of a view nearest to the observer
light
Words that start with 'light' — often related to light or use 'light' as a base.
- lightbulb — an electric lamp that produces light
- flashlight — a small portable electric lamp
- spotlight — a strong beam of light that focuses on one area; public attention
- highlight — to emphasize; an outstanding part
line
Words that start with 'line' — often related to line or use 'line' as a base.
- linear — Relating to or arranged in a straight line; one-dimensional or sequential
- lineage — Descent from an ancestor; a sequence of individuals or development
- lineup — An ordered arrangement or roster of people or items, especially for an event or team
- pipeline — A long tube for transporting liquids or gases; a sequence of processes for moving something forward
mind
Words that start with 'mind' — often related to mind or use 'mind' as a base.
- mind — the faculty of thought or to pay attention / to care about
- mindful — conscious of or attentive to something
- mindfulness — the practice or quality of awareness and presence
- mindless — lacking thought or intelligence; done without attention
sound
Words that start with 'sound' — often related to sound or use 'sound' as a base.
- soundproof — Designed to prevent sound from passing through; to make resistant to noise.
- soundbite — A short extract from a recorded interview or speech, often used in media.
- soundtrack — The recorded music accompanying and synchronized to a film, video, or game.
- soundscape — An acoustic environment as perceived by people or a composition of sounds creating an environment.
name
Words that start with 'name' — often related to name or use 'name' as a base.
- name — a word by which a person or thing is known; to give a name to
- namesake — a person or thing that has the same name as another
- nameless — having no name or not identified by name
- nameplate — a plate bearing a person's name, title, or job
number
Words that start with 'number' — often related to number or use 'number' as a base.
- number — a numeral or quantity; to count or assign a numeral
- numbers — figures or numerals; data expressed numerically
- numbering — the act or system of assigning numbers; sequence of numbers
- numbered — assigned a number; listed in sequence
fish
Words that start with 'fish' — often related to fish or use 'fish' as a base.
- fish — a cold-blooded aquatic vertebrate with gills and fins
- fishy — suspicious or smelling of fish
- fishbone — a bone of a fish
- fishmonger — a person who sells fish
food
Words that start with 'food' — often related to food or use 'food' as a base.
- food — Any nutritious substance that people or animals eat or drink to maintain life and growth
- foods — Different kinds of edible substances; plural of food
- foodie — A person who takes an ardent or refined interest in food and dining
- foodstuff — A raw material or substance used as food or to make food products