Words Starting with V

Explore 117 words beginning with the letter V. Each entry includes definitions, pronunciations, and example sentences.

Vacillate

/ˈvæsɪleɪt/

to waver in mind, will, or feeling; to hesitate in choice of opinions or courses

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Vacillating

/ˈvæs.ɪ.leɪ.tɪŋ/

waver between different opinions or actions; be indecisive

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Vacillation

/ˌvæs.ɪˈleɪ.ʃən/

the inability to decide between different options or opinions; indecision

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Vacuity

/vəˈkjuː.ɪ.ti/

the state of being empty or devoid of content; especially, an absence of thought or intelligence.

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Vacuous

/ˈvæk.ju.əs/

Having or showing a lack of thought or intelligence; mindless.

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Vagabond

/ˈvæɡəˌbɒnd/

a person who wanders from place to place without a permanent home or job.

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Vagabondage

/ˈvæɡəˌbɒndɪdʒ/

the act of wandering or traveling without a fixed home or destination; a lifestyle characterized by ...

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Vagary

/ˈveɪɡəri/

an unexpected and inexplicable change in a situation or in someone's behavior.

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Vainglorious

/ˌveɪnˈɡlɔːr.i.əs/

excessively proud of oneself or one's achievements; boastful

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Vainglory

/ˈveɪnˌɡlɔːri/

Excessive pride in or boastfulness about one's achievements or qualities.

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Valedictory

/ˌvælɪˈdɪktəri/

Serving as a farewell, especially in speeches or addresses.

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Valetudinarian

/ˌvælɪˌtjuːdɪˈnɛəriən/

a person who is weak or sickly, often someone who is chronically ill

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Valiant

/ˈvæl.jənt/

possessing or showing courage or determination

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Vanitas

/vəˈniːtəs/

A genre of still-life painting that emphasizes the certainty of death and the vanity of earthly plea...

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Vanquish

/ˈvæŋkwɪʃ/

to defeat thoroughly; to overcome in a contest or conflict.

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Vantage

/ˈvæn.tɪdʒ/

A position or place that provides a good view or advantage.

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Vapid

/ˈvæpɪd/

lacking flavor, vigor, or interest

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Variegated

/ˈvɛrɪɡeɪtɪd/

Exhibiting different colors, especially in patterns or markings.

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Variegation

/ˌvɛrɪˈɡeɪʃən/

The appearance of different colors in the leaves or flowers of plants due to the presence of differe...

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Varies

ˈvɛriz

To differ in size, amount, degree, or nature from something else of the same general class.

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Varries

ˈver-ēz

to change or alter in form, appearance, or nature; to differ.

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Varry

ˈværi

Different from each other; diverse.

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Vastitude

/ˈvæstɪtjuːd/

The quality of being vast; a great extent or area.

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Vaudeville

/ˈvɔː.də.vɪl/

A theatrical variety show popular in the early 20th century featuring a mixture of specialty acts su...

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Vehement

/ˈviː.ə.mənt/

showing strong feeling; forceful, passionate, or intense.

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Vellicate

/ˈvɛlɪkeɪt/

to stimulate or cause to twitch or twitching sensations; to tease or annoy.

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Vellichor

/ˈvɛlɪkɔːr/

The strange wistfulness of used bookstores.

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Velocipede

/ˈvɛl.ə.sɪ.piːd/

a human-powered vehicle with two or three wheels, typically propelled by pedaling.

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Velociraptor

/vɪˈlɒsɪræptər/

a small, fast-running dinosaur with a large claw on each foot, known for its agility and predatory b...

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Venal

/ˈviː.nəl/

Capable of being bribed or corrupted; open to bribery.

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Veneer

/vəˈnɪr/

A thin layer of wood or other material that is glued onto core panels (like wood, particle board, or...

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Venerable

/ˈvɛnərəbl/

accorded a great deal of respect, especially because of age, wisdom, or character

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Venerate

/ˈvɛn.ə.reɪt/

To regard with great respect; to revere.

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Venerated

/ˈvɛn.ə.reɪ.tɪd/

Regarded with great respect and reverence.

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Veneration

/ˌvɛnəˈreɪʃən/

Great respect or reverence for someone or something.

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Venial

/ˈviː.ni.əl/

Able to be forgiven; a minor sin or offense.

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Venturous

/ˈvɛn.tʃər.əs/

willing to take risks or try out new methods, ideas, or experiences; inclined to adventure.

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Veracity

/vəˈræs.ɪ.ti/

Conformity to facts; accuracy or truthfulness.

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Verbal

ˈvɜːrbəl

Relating to or in the form of words; expressed in spoken or written language.

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Verbal And Non Verbal

ˈvɜːr.bəl ənd ˈnɒn ˈvɜːr.bəl

Relating to or consisting of words; spoken or written communication.

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Verbiage

/ˈvɜːrbiɪdʒ/

Speech or writing that uses excessive words; wordiness.

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Verbose

/vɜːrˈboʊs/

using more words than are needed; wordy

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Verdant

/ˈvɜːrdənt/

Green with grass or other rich vegetation.

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Verdict

/ˈvɜːrdɪkt/

A decision made by a jury or judge in a court of law.

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Verhalten

fɛɐ̯ˈhaltn̩

Die Art und Weise, wie jemand sich in bestimmten Situationen benimmt.

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Verifiable

ˈverɪfaɪəbl

Able to be confirmed or substantiated through evidence or documentation.

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Verisimilar

/ˌvɛrɪˈsɪmɪlər/

having the appearance of truth or realism; plausible.

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Verisimilitude

/ˌvɛr.ɪ.sɪˈmɪl.ɪ.tjuːd/

The appearance of being true or real; likelihood; probability.

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Veritable

/ˈvɛrɪtəbl/

used as an intensifier, often to qualify a metaphor; real or genuine

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Verleihen

/fɛrˈlaɪ̯ən/

jemandem etwas für eine bestimmte Zeit geben, damit er es benutzt und später zurückgibt

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Vermutung

fɛʁ'muːtʊŋ

Eine Annahme oder Hypothese über etwas, die nicht sicher ist.

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Vermutung

fɛrˈmuːtʊŋ

a supposition or hypothesis; an idea or theory that is not based on strong evidence or proof.

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Vernal

/ˈvɜrnəl/

relating to spring; characteristic of spring

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Verstellen

fɛrˈʃtɛlən

etwas in eine andere Position bringen; etwas anpassen oder verändern

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Verurteilen

fɛʁʊʁˈtaɪ̯lən
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Verwandeln

/fɛʁˈvaːndəl̩n/

etwas in eine andere Form oder einen anderen Zustand bringen

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Verängstigt Sein

fɛ'ʁɛŋʃtɪk̩t zaɪ̯n

sich in einem Zustand der Angst oder des Schreckens befinden

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Vestige

/ˈvɛstɪdʒ/

a trace, mark, or visible sign left by something that is no longer present or in existence

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Vetting

/ˈvɛtɪŋ/

The process of carefully examining someone or something, often used in the context of background che...

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Vexation

/vɛkˈseɪʃən/

the state of being annoyed, frustrated, or worried

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Vexatious

/vɛkˈseɪ.ʃəs/

causing or intended to cause annoyance, frustration, or worry

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Vexillology

/vɛkˈsɪləˌlɒdʒi/

the study of flags and their symbolism, history, and design

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Vexing

/ˈvɛksɪŋ/

causing annoyance, frustration, or worry

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Vicarious

/vɪˈkɛəriəs/

experienced in the imagination through the feelings or actions of another person

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Vicariously

/vɪˈkɛəriəsli/

in a way that is experienced in the imagination through the actions of another person.

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Vicariousness

/vɪˈkɛəriəsnəs/

The state of experiencing something indirectly, often through the feelings or actions of another per...

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Vicinal

/ˈvɪs.ɪ.nəl/

relating to or situated in the neighborhood of something; neighboring.

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Vicinity

/vəˈsɪn.ɪ.ti/

The area near or surrounding a particular place.

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Vicissitude

/vɪˈsɪs.ɪ.tuːd/

A change of circumstances or fortune, typically one that is unwelcome or unpleasant.

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Vicissitudes

/vɪˈsɪsɪˌtjudz/

A change of circumstances or fortune, typically one that is unwelcome or unpleasant.

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Vicissitudinous

vɪˌsɪsɪˈtjuːdɪnəs

characterized by changes or fluctuations; full of ups and downs.

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Victuals

/ˈvɪtʃʊəlz/

Food and provisions, especially when prepared for consumption.

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Vigil

/ˈvɪdʒ.ɪl/

A period of keeping awake during the time usually spent asleep, especially to keep watch or pray.

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Vigilant

/ˈvɪdʒ.ɪ.lənt/

keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties

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Vignette

/vɪnˈjɛt/

A brief evocative description, account, or episode.

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Vigorous

ˈvɪɡərəs

Characterized by forceful and energetic action or activity.

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Vile

/vaɪl/

extremely unpleasant or morally bad

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Vilification

/ˌvɪlɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

the act of criticizing someone or something very harshly

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Vilify

/ˈvɪlɪfaɪ/

To speak or write about in an abusive or disparaging manner.

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Vilipend

/ˈvɪlɪˌpɛnd/

to regard or treat as of little worth; to belittle or disparage.

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Villein

/ˈvɪlɪn/

A feudal tenant farmer, specifically one who is bound to the land and subject to the will of the lan...

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Vindicate

ˈvɪndɪˌkeɪt

to clear someone of blame or suspicion

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Vindication

/ˌvɪndɪˈkeɪʃən/

the action of clearing someone of blame or suspicion

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Vindictive

/vɪnˈdɪk.tɪv/

having or showing a strong desire for revenge

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Viniculture

/ˈvɪnɪˌkʌltʃər/

The science and practice of grape growing, particularly for use in winemaking.

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Viridescent

/ˌvɪrɪˈdɛs.ənt/

Having a greenish tint; becoming green or greenish.

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Virtuosity

/ˌvɜːr.tʃuˈɑː.sɪ.ti/

Great skill in music or another artistic pursuit.

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Virtuoso

/ˈvɜːr.tʃuː.oʊ/

A person highly skilled in a particular art, especially music.

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Virulent

/ˈvɪr.ə.lənt/

extremely harmful or severe; capable of causing disease; bitterly hostile

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Vis-À-Vis

/vɪz ə ˈviː/

a person or thing that is in relation to another

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Visceral

/ˈvɪs.ər.əl/

relating to deep inward feelings rather than to the intellect

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Vitiate

/ˈvɪʃ.i.eɪt/

to impair the quality or efficiency of something; to spoil or ruin.

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Vitriol

/ˈvɪtriəl/

Cruel and bitter criticism; also, sulfuric acid (historically known as vitriol).

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Vitriolic

/ˌvɪtrɪˈɒlɪk/

filled with bitter criticism or malice

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Vituperate

/vaɪˈtjuːpəreɪt/

To criticize or rebuke severely; to use harsh language against someone.

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Vituperative

/vɪˈtjuːpərətɪv/

Bitter and abusive; harshly critical or denouncing.

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Vivacious

/vɪˈveɪʃəs/

Attractively lively and animated.

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Vivify

/ˈvɪvɪfaɪ/

to endow with life or energy; to animate

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Vivisection

/ˌvɪvɪˈsɛkʃən/

The practice of performing operations on live animals for the purpose of experimentation or scientif...

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Vociferate

/voʊˈsɪf.ə.reɪt/

to shout, complain, or argue loudly and vehemently

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