Words That Start With L

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1 like To enjoy something or find it agreeable; to be favorably disposed toward someone or something.
2 life The condition of being alive, as opposed to being dead or inanimate.
3 last Coming after all others; final.
4 long Measuring a great distance from end to end.
5 love To feel deep affection or care for someone or something.
6 look To direct one's eyes toward something in order to see it.
7 little Small in size.
8 left On or toward the side of the body where the heart usually sits, opposite of right.
9 let To allow someone or something to do a particular thing, or to happen without stopping it.
10 lot A large amount or number of something.
11 live To be alive; to have life.
12 later At a subsequent or future time.
13 looking The act of directing one's eyes toward something; a glance or gaze.
14 law The system of rules that a country or community uses to govern behavior and enforce order.
15 less Smaller in amount, degree, or quantity; not as much.
16 line A long, thin mark or stroke, straight or curved, on a surface.
17 least The smallest amount, extent, or degree; the superlative of "little."
18 level Flat and even; at the same height throughout, or matching a given height.
19 local Belonging to or existing in a particular, nearby area.
20 large Big in size, amount, or extent.
21 lost Unable to find your way or unsure of your location.
22 late Arriving or happening after the expected or usual time.
23 leave To go away from a place or person.
24 light Brightness that lets people see, from the sun, a lamp, or fire.
25 low Close to the ground or to a base level; not high.
26 living Alive, currently existing (as opposed to dead or extinct).
27 land The solid, dry part of the Earth's surface, as opposed to sea or sky.
28 looks A person's physical appearance, especially how attractive they are.
29 list A series of names, items, or numbers written or said one after another.
30 la In solfège, the syllable used for the sixth note of a major scale.
31 London The capital city of the United Kingdom and of England, on the River Thames, with a metropolitan population of...
32 language A system of words and grammar used by a community to communicate.
33 lead A soft, heavy, bluish-grey metal, chemical symbol Pb.
34 lord A man who holds a title of nobility, or a ruler with power over others.
35 likely Probable; expected to happen or be true.
36 longer The comparative form of "long"; extending further in distance or time.
37 learn To gain knowledge or a skill through study, practice, or experience.
38 led Guided, directed, or under someone else's control.
39 lower To move something down, or reduce its height, amount, or intensity.
40 looked Having a particular appearance, as described by a preceding word.
41 league A group of sports teams, or of countries or organizations, that compete together or work toward a shared goal.
42 legal Relating to the law.
43 lose To no longer have something you once had, whether by accident, carelessness, or misfortune.
44 loss The state of no longer having something you once had.
45 listen To pay attention with your ears in order to hear something.
46 limited Restricted in size, amount, or scope; not extensive.
47 link To join two or more things together, or to show a connection between them.
48 leading Most important or most prominent; ranking first.
49 letter A written symbol representing a sound of a language, used to build words; one character of the alphabet.
50 Lines Plural of "line" — marks, rows, sequences of words, or planned routes, among other senses.
51 lack The absence or shortage of something needed or wanted.
52 lady A polite or formal word for a woman, especially one with refined manners.
53 leader A person who guides or is in charge of a group, organisation, or country.
54 learning The process of gaining knowledge or skill.
55 Laws An English surname, a variant of Law, often a short form of Lawrence.
56 lived Having existed for a certain length of time (used in combinations like "short-lived" or "long-lived").
57 loved Held dear; cherished by someone.
58 luck The way things happen to work out, especially through chance rather than through anyone's effort or skill.
59 labour Hard physical or mental effort put into a task; work.
60 location A particular place or position.
61 learned Having extensive knowledge, gained through years of study; scholarly.
62 lol Used in writing to show that something is funny or that a message is meant light-heartedly.
63 lake A large body of water surrounded by land.
64 lie To be in or move into a horizontal, resting position.
65 losing Not winning; on course to be defeated, or already resulting in loss.
66 Louis A male given name of French origin, used for centuries by French kings.
67 le The French masculine singular word for "the," sometimes borrowed into English for humorous or stylistic effect...
68 length The measurement of something from one end to the other, along its longest side.
69 los A wildcat of the genus Lynx, especially the Eurasian lynx.
70 leadership The ability to guide, direct, or inspire a group of people.
71 lots A large amount or number of things (informal).
72 latest The most recent news, information, or version of something.
73 library A building or institution that holds books and other media for people to borrow or use.
74 links A golf course, especially one built on grassy dunes near the sea.
75 lucky Having good fortune; enjoying favourable outcomes without necessarily earning them.
76 Labor A surname of French origin, a variant of Labarre.
77 lies Third-person singular present tense of "lie" — says something untrue on purpose.
78 literally In a literal, exact sense; word for word, without exaggeration.
79 limit The furthest point or greatest amount allowed or possible; a boundary.
80 lee The sheltered side of something, away from the wind.
81 listed Recorded on an official list.
82 lay To put something down, especially in a flat or resting position.
83 leg One of the limbs used for standing and walking.
84 legs The streaks that form on the inside of a wine glass after swirling, used informally to judge a wine's body.
85 letters Literature and the study of writing, especially as an academic subject; scholarly or literary knowledge.
86 laughing Making the sound or expression of laughter.
87 lovely Beautiful or pleasing; delightful.
88 lunch A meal eaten around the middle of the day.
89 laugh To make the sound and facial movements that show amusement or delight.
90 launch To send something (a rocket, ship, or projectile) into motion, often forcefully.
91 lawyer A person qualified to advise on or represent others in legal matters.
92 ladies Plural of "lady," or informally, a women's restroom.
93 largely Mostly or mainly.
94 linked Connected to something else, whether physically or in cause and effect.
95 literature Written works, especially novels, plays, and poetry, valued for their artistic quality.
96 listening The skill or act of paying attention to spoken sound.
97 liberal Generous, open-handed, or given freely and in large amounts.
98 lying The act of telling lies; dishonesty in speech.
99 latter Being the second of two things just mentioned.
100 lights The lungs of an animal, especially when used as food.
101 laid Past tense and past participle of "lay" — to have placed something down.
102 legislation The process of drafting and passing laws.
103 load To put a quantity of goods, cargo, or material onto or into something for transport or storage.
104 loan A sum of money lent to someone on the understanding that it will be paid back, often with interest.
105 Latin The classical language of ancient Rome, ancestor of French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, and Romanian.
106 lane A narrow road, path, or passageway, often bordered by hedges, walls, or buildings.
107 loud Producing a lot of sound; not quiet.
108 lift To raise something to a higher position.
109 Les A diminutive of the given names Lester or Leslie.
110 letting The renting out of a property to a tenant, or the property itself.
111 landing The act of coming down onto a surface, especially of an aircraft.
112 label A small tag, sticker, or printed note attached to something, giving information about it.
113 lesson A single period of teaching, or a fixed unit within a course of study.
114 license To give official permission or authorization to do something.
115 lieutenant A junior commissioned officer rank in the army, air force, or marines, ranking below captain.
116 lock A device that fastens something shut, opened only with a key, code, or similar means.
117 Lewis A metal clamp or pin fitted into a slot cut in a large stone block, used to lift it with a crane.
118 loose Not firmly attached, fixed, or fitting tightly.
119 legend A traditional story from the past, often only partly true.
120 legislative Relating to making laws, or having the authority to make them.
121 Liverpool A major port city in northwest England, on the River Mersey, known for its maritime history and music scene.
122 logic Reasoning conducted according to strict, valid principles; the study of what makes an argument sound.
123 Luke A common male given name, ultimately from Greek, meaning roughly "from Lucania."
124 loving The act of feeling or showing love.
125 locked Fastened shut, or fixed firmly in place, typically by a lock.
126 laboratory A room or building equipped for scientific research, testing, or experiments.
127 landscape A stretch of land and everything visible in it, especially its scenery.
128 liquid A substance, such as water, that flows freely and takes the shape of its container without a fixed shape of it...
129 lab A laboratory — a room or building equipped for scientific experiments, testing, or research.
130 lately Recently; in the period up to now.
131 lifetime The entire duration of someone's or something's life.
132 literary Relating to literature, especially fiction, poetry, and other creative writing.
133 log A section of a tree trunk, especially one cleared of branches, used for timber or fuel.
134 lips Plural of lip; the fleshy edges around the mouth.
135 layer A single thickness of material covering a surface, or one level in a stack of such materials.
136 liberty Freedom from oppressive restriction or control; the state of being free to act, speak, or believe as one choos...
137 Larry (informal, chiefly Australian/British) A loud commotion, uproar, or fuss.
138 lyrics The words that make up a song.
139 legacy Money or property left to someone in a will.
140 lazy Unwilling to work or make an effort; disinclined to exertion.
141 logo A graphic symbol or design used to identify a company, brand, or organisation.
142 lonely Sad because of feeling isolated from other people.
143 landed Owning land, especially a large amount of it, as a source of wealth or status.
144 leather A durable material made from tanned animal hide, used for clothing, furniture, and accessories.
145 legitimate Allowed by, or in agreement with, the law.
146 luxury A state of great comfort, ease, and often expensive surroundings.
147 lion A large, powerfully built wild cat native to Africa and parts of India, the male typically having a shaggy man...
148 Lakes Short for "the Lake District", a scenic mountainous region in northwest England famous for its lakes and hikin...
149 lifestyle The way a person or group typically lives, including their habits, attitudes, and values.
150 lighting The equipment used to provide light, or the light it produces.
151 Lincoln An American brand of luxury automobiles.
152 loaded Carrying or filled with a heavy load.
153 lover A person in a romantic or sexual relationship with someone.
154 listing A single entry in a list, directory, or catalogue.
155 loop A shape made by a line or path that curves back to cross or meet itself.
156 Leo The zodiac sign covering roughly late July to late August, symbolised by the lion.
157 logical Following sound reasoning; sensible and consistent.
158 legally In a way that is permitted by law.
159 lightning Extremely fast, as if moving at the speed of an electrical flash in the sky.
160 liver The large organ in the abdomen that filters the blood, processes nutrients, and removes toxins.
161 lens A curved piece of glass or plastic that bends light to focus or spread it out, used in glasses, cameras, and t...
162 li A traditional Chinese unit of distance, now standardized at about half a kilometer.
163 longest The superlative form of "long"; extending the furthest in distance or time of all being compared.
164 loyal Faithful and unwavering in your support of a person, group, or cause.
165 loyalty Steady faithfulness and support toward a person, group, or cause.
166 laser A device that produces a narrow, highly focused beam of light through amplified light emission.
167 Laura A female given name derived from Latin, related to the word for "laurel."
168 Lisa A feminine given name of Hebrew origin, a diminutive of Elisabeth.
169 laptop A portable personal computer, small and light enough to use on your lap.
170 leaf A flat, usually green part of a plant that grows from a stem or branch and carries out photosynthesis.
171 lesser Smaller, less important, or of lower rank, especially when comparing two things.
172 loads Informal: lots; a large amount.
173 laying The act of putting something down or of a bird producing eggs.
174 lit Past tense and past participle of light, used for setting something on fire or turning on a light.
175 lap The flat area formed by the thighs of a seated person.
176 lecture A talk given to teach an audience about a subject.
177 legendary Described in or belonging to legend.
178 liability A legal or financial responsibility for a debt, loss, or obligation.
179 lasting Continuing for a long time; enduring.
180 lovers Describing two people in a romantic or sexual relationship.
181 lease A legal agreement letting someone use property, such as a home or car, for a set time in exchange for payment.
182 Lebanon A country in the Middle East on the eastern Mediterranean coast, with Beirut as its capital.
183 Linux The free, open-source operating system kernel created by Linus Torvalds in 1991.
184 lung One of the pair of organs in the chest that breathe in air and pass oxygen into the blood.
185 layout The way parts of something are arranged or positioned.
186 lean To bend or tilt away from an upright position, or to rest against something for support.
187 legislature An official body of people, such as a parliament or congress, with the power to make, change, and repeal laws.
188 lifted Raised up or held high.
189 lacking Missing, or not having enough of something needed.
190 licensed Officially authorized by a licence to do something.
191 laughter The sound or act of laughing.
192 lip Either of the two fleshy edges around the mouth.
193 loading The process of putting a load onto something, or of a computer/webpage preparing data to display.
194 licence The standard British, Canadian, Australian, and Irish spelling of license (used as a noun).
195 lied A German art song for solo voice and piano, typically setting a poem to music.
196 linear Arranged in or resembling a straight line.
197 locally In or from the immediate, nearby area.
198 liberation The act of setting someone or something free, or the state of having been freed.
199 lifting The action of raising something, or the process of doing so.
200 Lucas A male given name from Latin.
201 leak A crack or hole that lets liquid or gas escape or get in when it shouldn't.
202 lighter A small handheld device that produces a flame, used to light cigarettes, candles, and so on.
203 Linda A female first name of Germanic origin, historically linked to words meaning "gentle" or "soft."
204 lesbian Describing a woman who is romantically or sexually attracted to other women.
205 lo An old-fashioned exclamation used to draw attention to something, meaning roughly "look" or "behold."
206 Lucy Slang term for the drug LSD.
207 lamb A young sheep.
208 lemon A yellow, oval citrus fruit with sour juice.
209 likewise In the same way; similarly.
210 ll Abbreviation for "lines," used the way "pp." is used for "pages."
211 Luis A male given name, the Spanish form of Louis.
212 ladder A frame with rungs used for climbing up or down.
213 liquor A strong distilled alcoholic drink, such as whisky, vodka, or gin.
214 Lloyd A Welsh surname, originally a nickname for someone with grey hair, also used as a masculine given name.
215 lobby An entrance hall or waiting area in a building.
216 lamp A device that produces light, whether electric, oil-burning, or otherwise.
217 lined Having an inner layer of material added for warmth, protection, or comfort.
218 lottery A game in which people buy numbered tickets and prizes are awarded to whichever numbers are drawn at random.
219 limiting Restricting what is possible; imposing a boundary or constraint.
220 linking Serving to connect or join separate things.
221 lodge To become firmly fixed in a particular position.
222 Louise A female given name, the French feminine form of Louis.
223 laundry Clothes and linens that need washing, are being washed, or have just been washed.
224 Liberals Short for a Liberal Party, especially the Liberal Party of Australia or of the UK.
225 Louisiana A US state in the Deep South, with Baton Rouge as its capital and New Orleans as its largest city.
226 lawn An area of ground, usually next to a house, covered with closely cut grass.
227 leisure Free time away from work or other obligations, used for rest or enjoyment.
228 literacy The ability to read and write.
229 loser Someone who fails to win a game, contest, or competition.
230 locate To find the exact position of something.
231 lame Unable to walk normally because of an injury or problem with the legs or feet.
232 launching The act of launching something.
233 likelihood The chance that something will happen; probability.
234 Lou A short form of the given names Louis, Louisa, or Louise.
235 lend To let someone use something of yours for a while, on the understanding they will give it back.
236 liking A fondness or preference for something.
237 lounge To relax or recline in a lazy, unhurried way.
238 Leeds A large city in West Yorkshire, England.
239 Libya A country in North Africa, with Tripoli as its capital.
240 linguistic Relating to language or the study of language.
241 leaked Describing a document, recording, or piece of information that was meant to stay private but got out to the pu...
242 leap To jump a long distance, or jump over something suddenly and forcefully.
243 Leonard A masculine given name of Germanic origin, meaning "brave lion" or "lion-hearted."
244 lily A plant of the genus Lilium, grown for its large, often trumpet-shaped flowers, or a similar-looking flowering...
245 logan A large stone balanced so precisely that it rocks when pushed.
246 lad A boy or young man, especially used informally or affectionately.
247 lawsuit A civil case brought before a court to settle a dispute between parties.
248 lineup A group of suspects presented together so a witness can try to identify one of them.
249 Lacks A surname.
250 legit Informal for legitimate: genuine, honest, or allowed by the rules.
251 Leon A masculine given name of Greek origin, meaning "lion."
252 liable Legally or financially responsible for something.
253 lance A long spear, traditionally carried by a mounted soldier or knight.
254 lightly In a gentle or delicate manner; with little force or weight.
255 Lyon The third-largest city in France, located at the confluence of the Rhône and Saône rivers.
256 Lanka A short form used to refer to Sri Lanka, an island nation off the southern coast of India.
257 Liam A male given name, originally an Irish short form of William, now widely used across the English-speaking worl...
258 locks Strands or tresses of hair, viewed collectively.
259 lynch To kill someone, typically by hanging, at the hands of a mob acting outside the law.
260 landmark A building, monument, or natural feature that is easily recognized and often used for navigation or as a symbo...
261 Lauren A unisex given name derived from Latin, related to Laurence and Lawrence.
262 leaning A tendency to favor a particular idea, belief, or direction.
263 lending The act or business of giving out loans, whether of money or goods.
264 liar A person who tells lies, especially someone who does so often.
265 litigation The process of taking or defending a legal case in court.
266 lively Full of energy and enthusiasm; active and spirited.
267 locker A small, lockable storage compartment, often found in schools, gyms, or workplaces.
268 lb Abbreviation for "pound," the unit of weight.
269 LGBT Relating to or describing lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people collectively.
270 licensing The process of granting official permission or authorization to do something.
271 lone Alone; without companions.
272 Luther Martin Luther, the German monk and theologian whose writings sparked the Protestant Reformation.
273 lethal Capable of causing death; deadly.
274 livestock Animals kept on a farm, such as cattle, sheep, or pigs, raised for food, labour, or other products.
275 labeled Marked with a label or tag identifying what it is.
276 Leslie A Scottish surname, also used as a unisex given name; also the name of several villages in Scotland.
277 Lebanese Relating to Lebanon or its people, culture, or language.
278 lengthy Going on for a long time, often longer than expected or wanted.
279 lang Long (a Scots and Northern English dialect word).
280 landlord A person or company that owns property and rents it out to tenants.
281 leverage Power or influence used to get an advantage or achieve a desired result.
282 lime A small, round, green citrus fruit with a sharp, tart flavor.
283 Lisbon A port city on the Iberian Peninsula, at the mouth of the Tagus River on the Atlantic Ocean; the capital city...
284 Louder A surname.
285 lining A layer of material covering or added to the inside of something.
286 logistics The detailed planning and coordination needed to move goods, people, or resources efficiently.
287 Luxembourg A small country in Western Europe, officially the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg.
288 laden Weighed down or heavily loaded with something.
289 levy To officially impose and collect a tax, fine, or other charge.
290 locomotive The engine unit that pulls the carriages or wagons of a train.
291 lowering The act of bringing something down or reducing it.
292 luckily Used to introduce a fortunate fact — "as it happened, fortunately."
293 Leicester A breed of English sheep prized for both its meat and its long, lustrous wool.
294 lid A removable cover for the top of a container.
295 limitation A restriction on what something can do or how far it can go; a shortcoming.
296 Lionel A male given name from Latin of mostly British usage.
297 loudly In a way that produces a lot of noise; at high volume.
298 Lambert A unit of brightness (luminance) in the old CGS measurement system, equal to one lumen per square centimeter.
299 Liz A diminutive of the feminine given name Elizabeth.
300 lateral Relating to, or situated at, the side of something.