A-Z-21

60 words & definitions

grope
To feel about or search blindly and uncertainly with the hands. (verb)
grovel
To lie or move abjectly on the ground with one's face downward (verb)
grumble
To complain or protest about something in a bad-tempered but typically muted way (verb)
grunt
(of an animal, especially a pig) make a low, short guttural sound (verb)
gurgle
To make a bubbling sound like that made by water running out of a bottle (verb)
gush
For a liquid to flow out in a rapid and plentiful stream, often suddenly (verb)
guzzle
To drink something quickly. (verb)
haggle
To dispute or bargain persistently, especially over the cost of something (verb)
hamper
To restrict the movement of by bonds or obstacles (verb)
hanker
To feel a strong desire to do or have something (verb)
grudge
A persistent feeling of ill will or resentment resulting from a past insult or injury (noun)
guff
Trivial, worthless, or insolent talk or ideas (noun)
gulch
A narrow and steep-sided ravine marking the course of what used to be a stream (noun)
gully
A water-worn ravine (noun)
gulp
An act of gulping food or drink (noun)
gumption
Having spirited initiative and resourcefulness (noun)
gusto
Enjoyment or vigor in doing something; zest (noun)
gritty
A surface covered with dirt (adjective)
grizzled
Having or streaked with gray hair (adjective)
groggy
Dazed, weak, or unsteady, especially from illness, intoxication, sleep, or a blow (adjective)
grouchy
Irritable, bad-tempered, and complaining (adjective)
grubby
Dirty; grimy (adjective)
gruff
An impatient, rude, and unfriendly way of speaking (adjective)
grumpy
Easily irritated and bad-tempered, usually from lack of sleep or feeling old (adjective)
grungy
Grimy; dirty (adjective)
hackneyed
(of a phrase or idea) lacking significance through having been overused; unoriginal and trite (adjective)
haggard
Looking exhausted and unwell, especially from fatigue, worry, or suffering (adjective)
hapless
(especially of a person) unfortunate (adjective)
hag
A witch, especially one in the form of an ugly old woman (noun)
grueling
Extremely tiring and demanding (adjective)
groan
To make a deep slow sound in response to pain or annoyance (verb)
gullible
Easily persuaded to believe something; credulous (adjective)
grotesque
Very strange and distorted compared to what is normal (adjective)
gutsy
Showing courage, determination, and spirit (adjective)
gruesome
Causing horror, disgust, and shock - usually dealing with death or injury: (adjective)
harass
To subject someone to aggressive pressure or intimidation (verb)
growl
(of an animal, especially a dog) make a low guttural sound of hostility in the throat (verb)
guffaw
To laugh very loudly and heartily (verb)
gripe
To complain about something that is bothering you (verb)
grudgingly
In a reluctant or resentful manner (adjective)
guise
A deceptive appearance that is intended to deceive (noun)
haphazard
acting without an organized plan (adjective)
grunt
A low, short guttural sound made by an animal or a person (noun)
groan
A deep sound made in pain or annoyance (noun)
growl
A low guttural sound made in the throat, especially by a dog (noun)
guffaw
A very loud and hearty laugh (noun)
gripe
A complaint about something (noun)
grind
To reduce something to small particles or powder by crushing or rubbing. (verb)
groove
A long, narrow cut or indentation, typically in a surface, often used for fitting or alignment. (noun)
gripping
Captivating or holding one's attention completely. (adjective)
halo
A circular band of light or radiance around a luminous body, often seen in artistic depictions of saints or angels. (noun)
handsome
Well-proportioned, aesthetically pleasing, or having a pleasing appearance. (adjective)
hangover
A set of unpleasant physical effects following heavy alcohol consumption, such as headache, nausea, and fatigue. (noun)
hardship
Severe suffering or difficulty caused by lack of necessities like food, money, or shelter. (noun)
gyrations
Circular or spiral movements, often in a rapid or repetitive manner. (noun)
gust
A strong, brief burst of wind. (noun)
gross
Referring to something large, excessive, or extreme, often in an unpleasant or unattractive way. (adjective)
guru
A wise personal teacher and spiritual guide. (noun)
hallucinate
To see, hear, feel, or smell something that does not exist (verb)
grouch
A person who is in a bad mood and complains a lot. (noun)