Words Starting with L

Explore 104 words beginning with the letter L. Each entry includes definitions, pronunciations, and example sentences.

Labor

ˈleɪbər

Physical or mental work done to accomplish a task or produce something.

EN → ZH

Labyrinth

/ˈlæbəˌrɪnθ/

A complicated network of winding passages; a maze.

EN → ZH

Labyrinthine

/ˌlæbəˈrɪnθin/

Like a labyrinth; irregular and twisting; intricate and bewildering.

EN → ZH

Lachesis

/ˈlæ.kɪ.sɪs/

One of the three Fates in Greek mythology, Lachesis is responsible for measuring the thread of life.

EN → ZH

Lachrymatory

/ˈlæk.rɪ.məˌtɔːr.i/

Causing tears; tear-inducing.

EN → ZH

Lachrymose

/ˈlækrɪmoʊs/

tearful or given to weeping; inducing tears; sad.

EN → ZH

Lackadaisical

/ˌlækəˈdeɪzɪkəl/

lacking enthusiasm and determination; carelessly lazy

EN → ZH

Lackluster

/ˈlækˌlʌstər/

Lacking brilliance or vitality; dull.

EN → ZH

Laconic

/ləˈkɒnɪk/

using very few words; brief and concise in speech or writing.

EN → ZH

Lacuna

/ləˈkuː.nə/

a blank space or missing part, often in a manuscript or a work of art.

EN → ZH

Lagniappe

/ˌlæɡ.njæp/

A little extra gift or bonus, especially one given to a customer by a seller.

EN → ZH

Lambent

/ˈlæmbənt/

softly radiant; flickering or glowing without a harsh light

EN → ZH

Lamentation

/ˌlæm.ənˈteɪ.ʃən/

The passionate expression of grief or sorrow; weeping.

EN → ZH

Laminate

/ˈlæm.ɪ.neɪt/

To cover a surface with a thin layer of material, often for protection or durability.

EN → ZH

Lammergeier

/ˈlæmərɡaɪər/

A large bird of prey also known as the bearded vulture, characterized by its feathered face and larg...

EN → ZH

Lampoon

/læmˈpuːn/

To publicly criticize someone or something by using ridicule, irony, or sarcasm.

EN → ZH

Lampropeltis

/ˌlæm.prəˈpɛl.tɪs/

A genus of non-venomous snakes commonly known as kingsnakes or milksnakes.

EN → ZH

Languid

/ˈlæŋɡwɪd/

Weak or faint from illness or fatigue; lacking energy or vitality.

EN → ZH

Languish

/ˈlæŋ.ɡwɪʃ/

To suffer from being forced to remain in an unpleasant place or situation.

EN → ZH

Languor

/ˈlæŋɡər/

A state of tiredness or weakness, often accompanied by a lack of energy.

EN → ZH

Languorous

/ˈlæŋɡərəs/

characterized by a state of dreamy relaxation or languor; lacking energy or vitality

EN → ZH

Lantana

/lænˈtænə/

A genus of flowering plants in the verbena family, commonly known for their colorful clusters of flo...

EN → ZH

Lapidary

/ˈlæp.ɪˌdɛr.i/

A person who cuts, polishes, and engraves stones and gems.

EN → ZH

Lapsarian

/læpˈsɛəriən/

A person who holds a particular theological doctrine concerning the origin of sin and its relation t...

EN → ZH

Larceny

/ˈlɑːrsəni/

The unlawful taking of personal property with the intent to deprive the rightful owner of it.

EN → ZH

Largesse

/lɑːrˈdʒɛs/

Generosity in giving; lavish or bountiful contributions.

EN → ZH

Lascivious

/ləˈsɪv.i.əs/

Feeling or revealing an overt and often offensive sexual desire.

EN → ZH

Lash

læʃ

A swift stroke or blow, especially with a whip or similar object.

EN → ZH

Lash Out

læʃ aʊt

To suddenly and angrily criticize or attack someone verbally or physically.

EN → ZH

Lassitude

/ˈlæsɪˌtud/

A state of physical or mental weariness; lack of energy.

EN → ZH

Latent

/ˈleɪtənt/

Present but not visible, apparent, or actualized; existing as potential.

EN → ZH

Latitudinarian

/ˌlætɪˌtjuːdɪˈnɛəriən/

A person who is tolerant of different opinions or beliefs, especially regarding religious matters.

EN → ZH

Lattice

/ˈlæt.ɪs/

A structure consisting of strips of wood or metal crossed and fastened together, typically used for ...

EN → ZH

Laudable

/ˈlɔː.də.bəl/

deserving praise and commendation

EN → ZH

Leap

liːp

To jump or spring a long distance; to move quickly and energetically.

EN → ZH

Leering

ˈlɪrɪŋ

To look or gaze in a way that suggests a sexual interest or lust.

EN → ZH

Legal Matters

ˈliːɡəl ˈmætərz

Issues or topics related to law and legal processes.

EN → ZH

Legerdemain

/ˌlɛdʒ.ər.dəˈmeɪn/

sleight of hand; manual dexterity in performing tricks or illusions.

EN → ZH

Leisten

/ˈlaɪ̯stən/

Etwas erbringen oder schaffen; etwas leisten.

DE → AR

Less

lɛs

To a smaller degree or extent; not as much.

EN → ZH

Lethargic

/ləˈθɑːrdʒɪk/

affected by lethargy; sluggish and apathetic.

EN → ZH

Lethargy

/ˈlɛθərdʒi/

a state of sluggishness, inactivity, and apathy

EN → ZH

Lethologica

/ˌlɛθəˈlɒdʒɪkə/

The inability to remember a word or name.

EN → ZH

Leverage

ˈlɛvərɪdʒ

The ability to influence a situation or people to get a desired outcome.

EN → ZH

Levitate

/ˈlɛvɪteɪt/

To rise or cause to rise and hover in the air, typically through supernatural means.

EN → ZH

Levity

/ˈlɛvɪti/

lightness of mind, character, or behavior; lack of appropriate seriousness

EN → ZH

Lexicon

/ˈlɛksɪˌkɒn/

the vocabulary of a person, language, or branch of knowledge

EN → ZH

Libation

/laɪˈbeɪʃən/

A ritual pouring of a liquid as an offering to a deity or spirit.

EN → ZH

Libidinous

/lɪˈbɪdɪnəs/

Having or showing excessive sexual lust; lascivious.

EN → ZH

Libretto

/lɪˈbrɛtoʊ/

the text of an opera or other long vocal work.

EN → ZH

Licentious

/laɪˈsɛnʃəs/

lacking legal or moral restraints, especially disregarding sexual restraints; libertine or dissolute

EN → ZH

Licit

/ˈlɪsɪt/

Permitted by law; lawful.

EN → ZH

Lieing

ˈlaɪɪŋ

The act of not telling the truth; to make a false statement.

EN → ZH

Lilliputian

/ˌlɪlɪˈpjuːʃən/

A very small person or creature; specifically, one from Lilliput, a fictional island in Jonathan Swi...

EN → ZH

Lilting

/ˈlɪltɪŋ/

Having a light, cheerful, and rhythmic quality; characterized by a musical or lively tone.

EN → ZH

Limerence

/ˈlɪm.ə.rəns/

the state of being infatuated or obsessed with another person, typically characterized by a strong d...

EN → ZH

Limerent

/ˈlɪm.ər.ənt/

describing a state of intense romantic desire for another person, often characterized by obsessive t...

EN → ZH

Limerick

/ˈlɪmərɪk/

A limerick is a humorous verse of five lines with a specific rhythm and rhyme scheme (AABBA).

EN → ZH

Liminal

/ˈlɪm.ɪ.nəl/

Relating to a transitional or initial stage of a process.

EN → ZH

Liminality

/lɪˈmɪn.ə.ti/

The state of being in between, or on the threshold of something, often used in a sociological or ant...

EN → ZH

Linen

ˈlɪn.ən

A type of fabric made from the fibers of the flax plant, known for its durability and breathability.

EN → ZH

Link

lɪŋk

A relationship or connection between people, things, or ideas.

EN → ZH

Lipid

/ˈlɪpɪd/

Any of a group of organic compounds that are insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents; the...

EN → ZH

Lipogram

/ˈlɪpəˌɡræm/

A kind of written work in which the author deliberately avoids using a particular letter or group of...

EN → ZH

Lissome

/ˈlɪs.əm/

Characterized by gracefulness and flexibility; lithe.

EN → ZH

Lisztomania

/ˌlɪstəˈmeɪniə/

A term used to describe the intense fan frenzy surrounding the Hungarian composer Franz Liszt during...

EN → ZH

Litany

/ˈlɪtəni/

A series of petitions for use in church services or processions, usually recited by a leader and res...

EN → ZH

Lithe

/laɪð/

Characterized by gracefulness and flexibility; able to move easily and gracefully.

EN → ZH

Lithesome

/ˈlɪθ.səm/

characterized by grace and flexibility; lithe

EN → ZH

Litigious

/lɪˈtɪdʒəs/

inclined to engage in lawsuits; prone to litigation.

EN → ZH

Loben

ˈloːbən

jemanden oder etwas positiv bewerten, Anerkennung oder Lob aussprechen

DE → AR

Lochia

ˈloʊkiə

Lochia refers to the vaginal discharge that occurs in women after giving birth, which consists of bl...

EN → ZH

Locution

/ləˈkjuːʃən/

A particular form of expression; a phrase or expression that is characteristic of a particular speak...

EN → ZH

Locutions

ləˈkjuːʃənz

A way of speaking; a phrase or expression, especially a peculiar form of language in a particular re...

EN → ZH

Lofty

/ˈlɔːfti/

of imposing height; very tall or high

EN → ZH

Logorrhea

/ˌlɒɡəˈriːə/

excessive and often incoherent talkativeness or wordiness

EN → ZH

Lollapalooza

/ˌlɒləpəˈluːzə/

a person or thing that is outstanding or excellent, often used to refer to an extraordinary event or...

EN → ZH

Lolling

/ˈlɒlɪŋ/

To sit, lie, or stand in a relaxed or lazy manner.

EN → ZH

Lopen

ˈlaʊ̯fən

sich mit den Füßen fortbewegen

DE → AR

Lopsided

/ˈlɒpˌsaɪ.dɪd/

having one side lower or smaller than the other

EN → ZH

Loquacious

/ləˈkweɪʃəs/

tending to talk a great deal; talkative

EN → ZH

Loquaciously

/ləˈkweɪʃəsli/

In a way that is very talkative or chatty.

EN → ZH

Loquaciousness

/ləˈkwāSHəsnəs/

the quality of being loquacious; excessive talkativeness

EN → ZH

Loquacity

/ləʊˈkwæs.ɪ.ti/

the quality of being very talkative or loquacious; excessive talkativeness.

EN → ZH

Lucent

/ˈluːsənt/

glowing with light; illuminated

EN → ZH

Lucid

/ˈluː.sɪd/

expressed clearly; easy to understand.

EN → ZH

Lucidity

/luːˈsɪdəti/

The quality of being easily understood, completely comprehensible, or transparent.

EN → ZH

Lucrative

/ˈluː.krə.tɪv/

producing a great deal of profit

EN → ZH

Lucre

/ˈluː.kər/

Monetary gain; profit, especially when regarded as sordid or distasteful.

EN → ZH

Lucubration

/luːˌkjuːˈbreɪʃən/

the act of studying, especially at night or under difficult conditions; laborious or intensive study...

EN → ZH

Ludic

/ˈluː.dɪk/

relating to play or playfulness

EN → ZH

Ludicrous

/ˈluː.dɪ.krəs/

absurd or ridiculous; deserving laughter because of being foolish or absurd

EN → ZH

Lugubrious

/luːˈɡuː.bri.əs/

looking or sounding sad and dismal

EN → ZH

Lugubriousness

/luːˈɡuːbriəsnəs/

The quality of being mournful, dismal, or gloomy; a state of deep sadness or sorrow.

EN → ZH

Luminal

/ˈluːmɪnəl/

Relating to or resembling light; luminous.

EN → ZH

Luminance

/ˈluː.mɪ.nəns/

The measurable amount of light that is emitted or reflected from a surface per unit area in a given ...

EN → ZH

Luminary

/ˈluː.mɪ.nəri/

A person who inspires or influences others, especially one prominent in a particular sphere.

EN → ZH

Luminescence

/ˌluːmɪˈnɛsəns/

The emission of light by a substance that has not been heated, as in fluorescence and phosphorescenc...

EN → ZH

Luminescent

/ˌluː.mɪˈnɛs.ənt/

Emitting or reflecting light; glowing.

EN → ZH

Luminous

/ˈlumu.nəs/

Giving off or reflecting light; bright or shining.

EN → ZH