A-Z-27 — Words

60 words across 1 groups

A-Z-27 — 60 words
languish
(of a person or other living thing) To lose or lack vitality; grow weak or feeble (verb)
leer
To look or gaze in an unpleasant, malicious, or lascivious way (verb)
linger
To stay in a place longer than necessary, typically because of a reluctance to leave (verb)
loathe
To feel intense dislike or disgust for someone or something (verb)
leech
To habitually exploit or rely on (verb)
lug
To carry or drag a heavy or bulky object slowly with great effort. (verb)
lanky
A person who is ungracefully thin and tall (adjective)
leery
Cautious or wary due to realistic suspicions (adjective)
livid
Furiously angry (adjective)
laud
To praise a person or their achievements highly, especially in a public context (verb)
limp
Walk with difficulty, typically because of a damaged or stiff leg or foot (verb)
limbo
An uncertain period of awaiting a decision or resolution; an intermediate state or condition (noun)
loot
To steal goods from (a place), typically during a war or riot (verb)
lavish
Sumptuously rich, elaborate, or luxurious (adjective)
loony
Crazy or silly (adjective)
lucid
Expressed clearly; easy to understand (adjective)
ludicrous
So foolish, unreasonable, or out of place as to be almost amusing; ridiculous (adjective)
lewd
Crude and offensive in a sexual way (adjective)
lax
Not sufficiently strict, severe, or careful (adjective)
lofty
Very high (adjective)
lapse
A temporary pause, omission, or failure (noun)
loom
To appear as a dangerous event that might happen in the near future (verb)
liability
Something that is likely to cause a problem. (noun)
lethargic
Lacking energy and not wanting to do anything (adjective)
leech
A person who extorts profit from or sponges on others (noun)
limp
A tendency to limp; a gait impeded by injury or stiffness (noun)
loot
Goods, especially private property, taken from an enemy in war (noun)
launch
To start or initiate a new project, business, or activity; to send or propel something, such as a rocket or product, into motion. (verb)
leeway
The amount of freedom or flexibility given to make decisions or changes. (noun)
leftovers
Food that remains uneaten after a meal and is saved for later. (noun)
legitimacy
The state of being accepted as valid, authentic, or justified; the quality of being lawful in accordance with established rules. (noun)
legitimate
Lawful, legal, or in accordance with rules and regulations. (adjective)
leisure
Free time when one is not working or busy; time for relaxation or enjoyment. (noun)
lethal
Capable of causing death; deadly or fatal. (adjective)
leverage
The ability to influence people, situations, or decisions to gain an advantage (noun)
levity
A cheerful or amusing manner that eases tension; lightheartedness or humor, especially in a serious situation. (noun)
linchpin
A central, essential, or most important person or thing that holds everything together. (noun)
lint
Small fibers or fluff that accumulate on fabric, especially clothing or in dryers. (noun)
logistics
The detailed planning and coordination of complex operations, such as transportation, supply chains, or event management. (noun)
logjam
A situation where progress is halted due to a buildup of problems, delays, or obstacles. (noun)
loner
A person who does not conform to social norms or seek companionship. (noun)
loudmouth
Someone who speaks loudly and without thinking, often causing trouble or embarrassment. (noun)
lovely
Beautiful, attractive, or charming in appearance or manner. (adjective)
loyalty
A strong feeling of support, allegiance, or faithfulness to someone or something. (noun)
lucrative
Highly rewarding or beneficial, especially in terms of money or success. (adjective)
longevity
The ability to withstand the test of time and remain relevant or functional. (noun)
lenient
Not as severe or strong in punishment as wuld be expected. (adjective)
louse
A person or thing that causes trouble or harm; or a small, parasitic insect that feeds on the blood of animals, typically living in hair or fur. (noun)
lopsided
Unbalanced or uneven because one side is lower, heavier, or larger than the other. (adjective)
licentious
Lacking moral or legal restraints, in a way that is uncontrolled and socially unacceptable. (adjective)
landmark
Characterized by an event, discovery, or change that marks an important turning point in events. (noun)
likewise
In a similar way. (adjective)
laughingstock
A person or group that is made fun of and looked down on. (noun)
longshot
A venture or guess that has only the slightest chance of succeeding or being accurate. (noun)
laughable
So stupid as to be funny and not worth serious consideration; bad in a way that seems foolish or silly (adjective)
longwinded
Someone who takes way too long to tell a story or give a speech (adjective)
liability
Being legally responsible for something (noun)
lowly
Low in status or importance;. (adjective)
laudable
Something that deserves praise or admiration. (adjective)
limber
Being able to bend and move one's body easily and smoothly. (adjective)