A-Z-21

60 words & definitions

grope
To feel about or search blindly and uncertainly with the hands.
grovel
To lie or move abjectly on the ground with one's face downward
grumble
To complain or protest about something in a bad-tempered but typically muted way
grunt
(of an animal, especially a pig) make a low, short guttural sound
gurgle
To make a bubbling sound like that made by water running out of a bottle
gush
For a liquid to flow out in a rapid and plentiful stream, often suddenly
guzzle
To drink something quickly.
haggle
To dispute or bargain persistently, especially over the cost of something
hamper
To restrict the movement of by bonds or obstacles
grudge
A persistent feeling of ill will or resentment resulting from a past insult or injury
guff
Trivial, worthless, or insolent talk or ideas
gulch
A narrow and steep-sided ravine marking the course of what used to be a stream
gully
A water-worn ravine
gulp
An act of gulping food or drink
gumption
Having spirited initiative and resourcefulness
gusto
Enjoyment or vigor in doing something; zest
gritty
A surface covered with dirt
grizzled
Having or streaked with gray hair
groggy
Dazed, weak, or unsteady, especially from illness, intoxication, sleep, or a blow
grouchy
Irritable, bad-tempered, and complaining
grubby
Dirty; grimy
gruff
An impatient, rude, and unfriendly way of speaking
grumpy
Easily irritated and bad-tempered, usually from lack of sleep or feeling old
grungy
Grimy; dirty
hackneyed
(of a phrase or idea) lacking significance through having been overused; unoriginal and trite
haggard
Looking exhausted and unwell, especially from fatigue, worry, or suffering
hag
A witch, especially one in the form of an ugly old woman
grueling
Extremely tiring and demanding
groan
To make a deep slow sound in response to pain or annoyance
gullible
Easily persuaded to believe something; credulous
grotesque
Very strange and distorted compared to what is normal
gutsy
Showing courage, determination, and spirit
grime
Dirt ingrained on the surface of something, especially clothing, a building, or the skin
gruesome
Causing horror, disgust, and shock - usually dealing with death or injury:
grin
Smile broadly, especially in an unrestrained manner and with the mouth open
growl
(of an animal, especially a dog) make a low guttural sound of hostility in the throat
guffaw
To laugh very loudly and heartily
gripe
To complain about something that is bothering you
grudgingly
In a reluctant or resentful manner
guise
A deceptive appearance that is intended to deceive
grunt
A low, short guttural sound made by an animal or a person
grimace
An ugly, twisted expression on a person's face, typically expressing disgust, pain, or wry amusement
groan
A deep sound made in pain or annoyance
grin
A broad smile
growl
A low guttural sound made in the throat, especially by a dog
guffaw
A very loud and hearty laugh
gripe
A complaint about something
grind
To reduce something to small particles or powder by crushing or rubbing.
groove
A long, narrow cut or indentation, typically in a surface, often used for fitting or alignment.
gripping
Captivating or holding one's attention completely.
halo
A circular band of light or radiance around a luminous body, often seen in artistic depictions of saints or angels.
handsome
Well-proportioned, aesthetically pleasing, or having a pleasing appearance.
hangover
A set of unpleasant physical effects following heavy alcohol consumption, such as headache, nausea, and fatigue.
gyrations
Circular or spiral movements, often in a rapid or repetitive manner.
grimy
Covered by dirt, dust, grease, or filth.
gust
A strong, brief burst of wind.
gross
Referring to something large, excessive, or extreme, often in an unpleasant or unattractive way.
guru
A wise personal teacher and spiritual guide.
hallucinate
To see, hear, feel, or smell something that does not exist
grouch
A person who is in a bad mood and complains a lot.