Words That Start With B

Word

Definition

Example

Balanced

In a stable or harmonious state.

"She maintains a balanced lifestyle between work and relaxation."

Bargain

A great deal or a good trade.

"I found a bargain on designer shoes today!"

Beaming

Smiling brightly with joy.

"She was beaming with pride after her graduation."

Beautiful

Pleasing to the senses or mind.

"The sunset over the ocean was absolutely beautiful."

Beauty

The quality of being attractive.

"The beauty of the landscape took my breath away."

Bedazzle

To impress with glamour or brilliance.

"The actress bedazzled everyone with her stunning gown."

Befitting

Suitable or appropriate.

"His formal attire was befitting for the gala event."

Befriend

To make friends with someone.

"She quickly befriended her new classmates."

Begin

To start something.

"It's never too late to begin a new journey."

Belief

Confidence or faith in something.

"Her belief in herself helped her achieve success."

Belonging

A feeling of being part of something.

"The club gave her a sense of belonging."

Beloved

Dearly loved or cherished.

"She wrote a letter to her beloved grandmother."

Beneficial

Producing good results.

"Exercise is beneficial for both body and mind."

Benefit

An advantage or positive outcome.

"A flexible schedule is a great benefit of this job."

Benevolence

Kindness and generosity.

"His benevolence toward the less fortunate was inspiring."

Best

The highest quality or most excellent.

"She won the award for best performance."

Best-selling

Extremely popular and successful.

"Her novel became a best-selling book worldwide."

Better

Of higher quality or more desirable.

"Each day, she strives to be a better person."

Bewitching

Extremely attractive or charming.

"Her bewitching smile captivated the entire room."

Beyond compare

Unmatched in excellence.

"Her talent is beyond compare in the music industry."

Bighearted

Generous and kind.

"His bighearted nature made him loved by all."

Blazing

Shining brightly or intensely.

"The athlete ran at a blazing speed to the finish line."

Blessing

A gift or something positive.

"Having supportive friends is a true blessing."

Bliss

Pure happiness and joy.

"Lying on the beach felt like absolute bliss."

Blissful

Full of joy and happiness.

"They spent a blissful weekend in the countryside."

Blooming

Flourishing or thriving.

"Her career is blooming after years of hard work."

Blossoming

Growing or developing beautifully.

"Her confidence is blossoming with each new experience."

Bodacious

Remarkable, bold, or impressive.

"She has a bodacious personality that lights up the room."

Bold

Confident and fearless.

"He made a bold decision to start his own business."

Bonafide

Genuine or real.

"She is a bonafide expert in her field."

Bonus

An extra reward or benefit.

"Employees received a holiday bonus for their hard work."

Book

A source of knowledge and imagination.

"Reading a good book is a great way to relax."

Boost

To increase or improve something.

"Her encouragement gave me the boost I needed."

Bouncy

Full of energy and lively.

"The bouncy puppy played in the yard all day."

Boundless

Without limits; infinite.

"Her creativity is boundless."

Bountiful

Abundant or plentiful.

"The farmer’s harvest was bountiful this year."

Brave

Showing courage and fearlessness.

"She was brave enough to follow her dreams."

Bravery

The act of being courageous.

"His bravery in the face of danger saved lives."

Breathtaking

Extremely stunning or impressive.

"The view from the mountain was breathtaking."

Breezy

Light, carefree, and relaxed.

"She had a breezy attitude that made her easy to be around."

Bright-eyed

Full of enthusiasm and energy.

"The bright-eyed student was eager to learn."

Brightest

The most intelligent or shining.

"She is one of the brightest minds in her class."

Brilliance

Exceptional talent or brightness.

"His brilliance in science led to many discoveries."

Brimming

Full of something positive.

"Her eyes were brimming with excitement."

Brisk

Energetic, quick, or refreshing.

"She took a brisk walk in the morning."

Broadminded

Open to different ideas and opinions.

"He is broadminded and welcomes diverse perspectives."

Brotherly

Showing kindness like a sibling.

"He offered brotherly support during tough times."

Bubbly

Full of enthusiasm and liveliness.

"Her bubbly personality makes her fun to be around."

Budding

Beginning to grow or develop.

"He is a budding artist with great potential."

Buddy

A close friend or companion.

"He is my best buddy since childhood."

Buff

In great shape or very knowledgeable.

"He is a fitness buff who works out daily."

Buzzing

Full of excitement and energy.

"The room was buzzing with excitement before the concert."

Word

Definition

Example

Bad

Not good or unpleasant.

"The weather looks bad today."

Bag

A container made of flexible material.

"She carried her books in a bag."

Ban

To prohibit or forbid.

"Smoking is banned in this restaurant."

Bar

A place to buy drinks or a solid block of material.

"We met at the bar last night."

Bat

A flying mammal or a sports tool.

"A bat flew out of the cave."

Bay

A body of water partially enclosed by land.

"The boat sailed across the bay."

Bed

A piece of furniture for sleeping.

"I went to bed early last night."

Bee

An insect that produces honey.

"A bee landed on the flower."

Beg

To ask for something urgently.

"He begged for another chance."

Bet

To place a wager.

"She bet $10 on the game."

Bib

A cloth worn to protect clothing while eating.

"The baby wore a bib during lunch."

Bid

To offer a price for something.

"He bid on the antique vase at the auction."

Big

Large in size or importance.

"That house is really big!"

Bin

A container for storing things.

"Throw the trash in the bin."

Bit

A small piece of something.

"She ate a bit of cake."

Biz

Short for "business."

"He's in the music biz."

Bog

Wet, muddy ground.

"The hikers got stuck in a bog."

Bop

A dance or a hit.

"The song made everyone bop to the beat."

Bot

A computer program that performs automated tasks.

"A bot answered my customer service query."

Bow

To bend forward as a sign of respect or a curved object.

"He took a bow after his performance."

Box

A container with flat sides.

"She packed her books in a box."

Boy

A young male child.

"The boy ran across the field."

Bra

A garment worn to support the breasts.

"She bought a new bra from the store."

Bro

Informal for "brother" or a male friend.

"Hey bro, how’s it going?"

Bub

A term of endearment for a child or friend.

"Come here, bub, let me help you."

Bud

A small growth on a plant.

"The rosebud is starting to open."

Bug

An insect or a small problem in a system.

"There’s a bug in my software."

Bum

A homeless person or a lazy individual.

"He’s been a bum all summer, just watching TV."

Bun

A small, round bread or a hairstyle.

"She ordered a burger with a sesame seed bun."

Bus

A large vehicle for transporting people.

"She took the bus to work."

But

A word used to introduce a contrast.

"I like coffee, but I prefer tea."

Buy

To purchase something.

"She decided to buy a new phone."

Bye

A farewell greeting.

"She waved and said bye before leaving."

Bam

A sudden loud sound.

"Bam! The fireworks exploded in the sky."

Bap

A soft bread roll.

"She ate a bacon bap for breakfast."

Bah

An expression of frustration.

"Bah! This puzzle is too hard."

Baz

A nickname or short form of Barry.

"Hey Baz, are you coming to the party?"

Bey

A Turkish title of honor.

"The bey ruled the region wisely."

Bic

A brand of disposable pens and razors.

"He wrote the note with a Bic pen."

Bod

Informal for "body."

"He has a fit bod from working out daily."

Bog

Slang for a toilet in British English.

"I need to go to the bog."

Boo

An exclamation to scare someone or a term of endearment.

"Boo! Did I scare you?"

Brr

An expression for feeling cold.

"Brr, it’s freezing outside!"

Bub

A playful term for a young child.

"Come here, bub, let’s play."

Bun

A hairstyle where hair is twisted into a ball.

"She tied her hair up in a bun."

Buz

A variant of "buzz," meaning excitement.

"The room was filled with buz and chatter."

Word

Definition

Example

Babe

An informal term for a baby or attractive person.

"The babe in the stroller giggled happily."

Baby

A very young child.

"She rocked the baby to sleep."

Back

The rear part of something.

"He sat at the back of the classroom."

Bade

Past tense of "bid" (to command or say).

"She bade farewell to her friends."

Bags

Containers made of flexible material.

"She packed her bags for the trip."

Bake

To cook using dry heat, usually in an oven.

"She loves to bake cakes on weekends."

Bald

Lacking hair.

"His grandfather is completely bald."

Ball

A round object used in sports or play.

"They played catch with a tennis ball."

Balm

A soothing substance for the skin.

"She applied lip balm to prevent chapping."

Band

A group of musicians or a strip of material.

"The band played at the concert last night."

Bane

A cause of distress or annoyance.

"Traffic is the bane of my daily commute."

Bang

A loud noise or sudden impact.

"She heard a bang from the kitchen."

Bark

The outer covering of a tree or the sound a dog makes.

"The dog’s bark was loud and sharp."

Barn

A farm building used for storing grain or housing animals.

"The cows slept in the barn overnight."

Base

The foundation or bottom part of something.

"The lamp sat on a sturdy base."

Bash

A forceful blow or a lively party.

"They threw a big bash for her birthday."

Bask

To enjoy warmth or praise.

"He lay on the beach to bask in the sun."

Bass

A deep, low sound or a type of fish.

"He played the bass guitar in the band."

Bath

A process of washing oneself.

"She took a relaxing bath after work."

Bats

Nocturnal flying mammals or crazy behavior.

"She thinks he’s completely bats!"

Bawl

To cry loudly.

"The baby began to bawl after falling."

Bead

A small, round decorative object.

"She wore a necklace made of wooden beads."

Beam

A ray of light or a structural support.

"A beam of sunlight entered the room."

Bean

A type of vegetable or seed.

"She added kidney beans to the soup."

Bear

A large, furry animal or to endure something.

"The bear wandered through the forest."

Beef

Meat from a cow or a complaint.

"They served grilled beef at the barbecue."

Beep

A short, high-pitched sound.

"The microwave made a beep when the food was ready."

Beer

An alcoholic beverage made from barley and hops.

"He ordered a cold beer at the bar."

Beet

A root vegetable with a deep red color.

"She made a salad with fresh beet slices."

Bell

A hollow metal instrument that rings.

"The school bell rang at the end of the day."

Belt

A strap worn around the waist.

"He fastened his belt before leaving."

Bend

To curve or change shape.

"She had to bend down to pick up the keys."

Best

The highest quality or most excellent.

"She is the best singer in the competition."

Beta

The second letter of the Greek alphabet or a test version of software.

"He tested the beta version of the app."

Bias

A preference or inclination.

"The article showed a clear bias toward one side."

Bids

Offers to pay a certain amount for something.

"Several buyers placed bids on the painting."

Bike

A bicycle or motorcycle.

"She rode her bike to school."

Bill

A statement of money owed or a piece of legislation.

"He received the electricity bill today."

Bind

To tie or secure something together.

"She used a ribbon to bind the gift box."

Bird

A feathered, flying animal.

"A small bird perched on the windowsill."

Bite

To use teeth to cut or grip something.

"He took a bite of his sandwich."

Blab

To talk too much or reveal secrets.

"He tends to blab about personal matters."

Blob

A small drop or lump of something.

"A blob of paint dripped onto the floor."

Blog

A website where someone writes regularly.

"She runs a travel blog about her adventures."

Blur

To make unclear or indistinct.

"The rain caused the road signs to blur."

Boat

A small vessel for traveling on water.

"They sailed their boat across the lake."

Bolt

A metal fastener or a sudden dash.

"He secured the door with a strong bolt."

Bony

Having little flesh; thin.

"The stray dog looked bony and weak."

Word

Definition

Example

Bacon

A type of salted and cured pork.

"He had eggs and bacon for breakfast."

Badge

An emblem or symbol of identification.

"She wore a name badge at the conference."

Bagel

A round, dense bread roll.

"I had a toasted bagel with cream cheese."

Baker

A person who makes and sells bread or pastries.

"The baker prepared fresh loaves every morning."

Baldy

A nickname for someone with little or no hair.

"They affectionately called him Baldy."

Ballo

A type of lively Italian dance.

"The dancers performed a traditional ballo."

Balsa

A lightweight wood used in model-making.

"The artist carved the sculpture from balsa wood."

Bands

Groups of musicians or thin strips of material.

"She plays in one of the best local bands."

Bangs

Hair cut straight across the forehead.

"She decided to cut her hair into bangs."

Barge

A large flat-bottomed boat.

"They transported goods using a barge."

Baron

A nobleman of high rank.

"The baron owned vast lands and castles."

Basic

Fundamental or essential.

"He has a basic understanding of math."

Basil

A fragrant herb used in cooking.

"She added fresh basil to the pasta sauce."

Batch

A group of items made at one time.

"She baked a batch of cookies for the party."

Baton

A thin stick used by conductors or in relay races.

"The runner passed the baton to his teammate."

Beach

A sandy or pebbly shore.

"We spent the weekend at the beach."

Beads

Small decorative balls used in jewelry.

"She strung colorful beads into a necklace."

Beams

Long, sturdy pieces of wood or metal.

"The house was supported by wooden beams."

Beans

Edible seeds of various plants.

"She made a soup with kidney beans."

Beard

Facial hair grown on a man’s chin and cheeks.

"He decided to grow a long beard."

Beast

A large or wild animal.

"The fairy tale featured a fearsome beast."

Beats

Rhythmic sounds or movements.

"The music had deep bass beats."

Began

Past tense of "begin"; started.

"She began learning French last year."

Begun

The past participle of "begin."

"The meeting had just begun when he arrived."

Being

Existence or a living creature.

"She spoke about the meaning of being."

Belch

To burp loudly.

"He let out a loud belch after drinking soda."

Belie

To give a false impression.

"His calm tone belied his true emotions."

Belle

A beautiful woman.

"She was the belle of the ball."

Belts

Straps worn around the waist or used for support.

"He tightened his belts before lifting weights."

Bench

A long seat or work surface.

"They sat on the park bench and watched the sunset."

Beset

To trouble or surround.

"The town was beset by a series of storms."

Besty

A close friend (slang for best friend).

"She spent the day shopping with her besty."

Betas

Second versions of something, often software.

"He tested the betas of the new video game."

Bhaji

A spiced Indian snack or fritter.

"She ordered onion bhaji at the restaurant."

Bible

A religious book.

"He studied passages from the Bible."

Biddy

A term for an elderly woman or a baby bird.

"The old biddy loved to gossip with neighbors."

Bigot

A person intolerant of others' beliefs.

"The speech aimed to challenge bigot attitudes."

Bingo

A game of chance using numbered cards.

"She won a prize playing bingo."

Bison

A large, shaggy-haired wild ox.

"The herd of bison roamed across the plains."

Biter

Someone or something that bites.

"The dog is a known biter, so be careful."

Blade

The flat, cutting part of a knife or tool.

"The blade of the knife was razor-sharp."

Blank

Empty or without content.

"She stared at the blank page in frustration."

Blast

A strong explosion or burst of energy.

"The fireworks went off with a loud blast."

Blaze

A strong fire or bright light.

"The campfire sent a blaze into the night sky."

Bleak

Cold, unwelcoming, or hopeless.

"The landscape looked bleak in the winter."

Blink

To close and open the eyes quickly.

"She blinked as the bright light hit her face."

Blitz

A sudden and intense attack.

"The football team executed a blitz play."

Block

A solid piece of material or an obstacle.

"He used a wooden block to prop open the door."

Word

Definition

Example

Babble

To talk quickly and foolishly.

"The toddler began to babble excitedly."

Babble

A continuous, low sound.

"The babble of the brook was soothing."

Bamboo

A tall, woody grass used for construction.

"The house was built with bamboo and straw."

Banana

A yellow tropical fruit.

"She packed a banana for lunch."

Bandit

A robber or outlaw.

"The bandit escaped with a bag of gold."

Banter

Playful, teasing conversation.

"They exchanged friendly banter over coffee."

Banish

To expel or send away.

"The king chose to banish the traitor."

Barker

A person who shouts to attract customers.

"The carnival barker called people to the game booth."

Barley

A grain used in food and drinks.

"Barley is a key ingredient in beer."

Basket

A container made of woven materials.

"She carried apples in a wicker basket."

Battle

A fight between opposing forces.

"The soldiers prepared for battle."

Beacon

A guiding light or signal.

"The lighthouse served as a beacon for ships."

Beagle

A small hunting dog.

"Their beagle loves to chase rabbits."

Beauty

The quality of being attractive.

"The beauty of the sunset took her breath away."

Beckon

To signal someone to come closer.

"She beckoned him over with a wave."

Belief

Confidence in something as true.

"His belief in hard work helped him succeed."

Biceps

A muscle in the upper arm.

"He flexed his biceps at the gym."

Bicker

To argue over small matters.

"The siblings began to bicker over the remote."

Bifold

Something that folds in two parts.

"She opened the bifold door to the balcony."

Bigger

Larger in size.

"This house is bigger than our old one."

Bishop

A high-ranking church official.

"The bishop led the Sunday service."

Bistro

A small, informal restaurant.

"They had lunch at a cozy French bistro."

Biting

Sharp or harsh in tone or temperature.

"The wind was biting and cold."

Bitten

Past participle of "bite."

"She had been bitten by a mosquito."

Blazed

Burned brightly or intensely.

"The fire blazed through the forest."

Blight

A disease or ruinous condition.

"The crops suffered from a severe blight."

Blonde

Having light-colored hair.

"Her blonde hair shone in the sunlight."

Blotch

An irregular spot or stain.

"A red blotch appeared on his skin."

Blouse

A loose-fitting shirt for women.

"She wore a silk blouse to the meeting."

Blurry

Not clear or out of focus.

"His vision was blurry without glasses."

Bobcat

A wild cat found in North America.

"A bobcat was spotted near the hiking trail."

Bodega

A small convenience store.

"He bought a soda from the corner bodega."

Bodice

The upper part of a dress.

"The dress had a lace bodice."

Bogged

Stuck in mud or difficulty.

"The truck was bogged down in the marsh."

Boiled

Cooked in hot water.

"She boiled eggs for breakfast."

Bolder

More daring or confident.

"His new speech was bolder than before."

Bonnet

A hat tied under the chin.

"The baby wore a pink bonnet."

Boomer

A loud noise or a person from the baby boomer generation.

"The explosion was a real boomer."

Border

A dividing line between areas.

"They crossed the border into Canada."

Boring

Uninteresting or dull.

"The lecture was long and boring."

Borrow

To take temporarily.

"Can I borrow your pen?"

Bother

To annoy or cause trouble.

"Don’t bother me while I’m studying."

Bouncy

Springy or full of energy.

"The kids played on the bouncy castle."

Bounty

A large reward or supply.

"The pirate ship was filled with bounty."

Breeze

A light wind.

"A cool breeze made the summer day pleasant."

Brevity

The quality of being brief.

"The speech’s brevity made it impactful."

Bubble

A small air-filled sphere in liquid.

"She blew a bubble with her gum."

Word

Definition

Example

Babysit

To take care of a child temporarily.

"She agreed to babysit her neighbor’s kids."

Backlit

Lit from behind.

"The photographer captured a stunning backlit image."

Backlog

A buildup of unfinished tasks.

"The company is working through a backlog of orders."

Backups

Copies of data for protection.

"Always keep backups of important files."

Balance

A state of stability or equilibrium.

"He struggled to maintain his balance on the skateboard."

Balloon

A flexible bag filled with air or gas.

"She released a red balloon into the sky."

Banishes

Sends someone away as a punishment.

"The king banishes traitors from the kingdom."

Banking

The business of managing money.

"She has a successful career in banking."

Bankrupt

Unable to pay debts.

"The company went bankrupt after years of losses."

Bargain

A good deal or negotiation.

"She found a great bargain at the store."

Barista

A person who prepares coffee drinks.

"The barista made the best cappuccino."

Barrels

Cylindrical containers for liquids.

"The winery stores its wine in wooden barrels."

Barrier

Something that blocks movement.

"A language barrier made communication difficult."

Bashing

Hitting or criticizing harshly.

"He faced public bashing for his controversial opinion."

Bastion

A stronghold or defensive structure.

"The castle was a bastion against invaders."

Battles

Fights or conflicts.

"The knight won many battles in his time."

Bayonet

A blade attached to a rifle.

"The soldier fixed a bayonet to his weapon."

Beacons

Lights or signals for guidance.

"Lighthouses serve as beacons for ships."

Beaming

Smiling brightly or radiating light.

"She walked in, beaming with happiness."

Beautify

To make something more attractive.

"They plan to beautify the park with flowers."

Because

For the reason that.

"She stayed home because she felt sick."

Becomes

To change into something else.

"Ice becomes water when it melts."

Bedtime

The time to go to sleep.

"The kids' bedtime is at 8 PM."

Beehive

A structure where bees live.

"The beekeeper collected honey from the beehive."

Believe

To accept as true.

"I believe in your ability to succeed."

Bellhop

A hotel worker who carries luggage.

"The bellhop took their bags to the room."

Berries

Small, juicy fruits.

"She added fresh berries to her yogurt."

Bespoke

Custom-made to order.

"He wore a bespoke suit to the event."

Between

In the space separating two things.

"The book fell between the couch cushions."

Bicycle

A two-wheeled vehicle powered by pedals.

"She rode her bicycle to work."

Biggest

The largest in size.

"That was the biggest pumpkin at the fair."

Billows

Large waves or rolling clouds of smoke.

"The sail billows in the strong wind."

Billion

A thousand million (1,000,000,000).

"The company is worth over a billion dollars."

Binders

Covers or folders for holding papers.

"She organized her documents in binders."

Blazing

Burning brightly or intensely.

"The sun was blazing in the sky."

Blessed

Holy or having good fortune.

"They felt blessed to have such wonderful friends."

Blister

A fluid-filled bump on the skin.

"She got a blister from wearing new shoes."

Blogger

A person who writes online content.

"She is a fashion blogger with many followers."

Blossom

A flower or the process of blooming.

"The cherry blossoms are in full bloom."

Boating

The activity of traveling by boat.

"They spent the weekend boating on the lake."

Boiling

Extremely hot or the process of heating a liquid.

"The water is boiling for the pasta."

Bolster

To support or strengthen.

"The government plans to bolster the economy."

Bonfire

A large outdoor fire.

"We roasted marshmallows over the bonfire."

Booklet

A small book or pamphlet.

"She received a booklet with instructions."

Boredom

The state of being uninterested.

"He complained of boredom during the long trip."

Bouncer

A security guard at a club or event.

"The bouncer checked IDs at the door."

Bracket

A support or a punctuation mark.

"The shelf is held up by metal brackets."

Bravery

Courage and fearlessness.

"His bravery saved many lives during the fire."

Breathe

To take air into the lungs.

"Take a deep breath and relax."

Word

Definition

Example

Backbone

The spine or a strong support.

"Trust is the backbone of a good relationship."

Backfire

To have the opposite effect than intended.

"His plan to surprise her backfired when she got angry."

Backpack

A bag carried on the back.

"She packed her books in her backpack."

Backyard

An outdoor space behind a house.

"The kids played soccer in the backyard."

Balanced

Evenly distributed or stable.

"She maintains a balanced diet."

Ballroom

A large room for dancing.

"The wedding reception was held in a grand ballroom."

Banister

A handrail along a staircase.

"She slid down the banister like a child."

Banknote

A piece of paper money.

"He paid for the meal with a €50 banknote."

Bankroll

Financial support or funding.

"The investor provided a bankroll for the new startup."

Bankrupt

Unable to pay debts.

"The company went bankrupt after years of losses."

Barbecue

A meal cooked on a grill.

"We had a barbecue in the backyard."

Baritone

A deep male singing voice.

"His baritone voice was perfect for the choir."

Barracks

Housing for soldiers.

"The recruits settled into their barracks."

Barrier

Something that blocks movement.

"A language barrier made communication difficult."

Bartender

A person who serves drinks at a bar.

"The bartender mixed an amazing cocktail."

Baseball

A sport played with a bat and ball.

"He played baseball in high school."

Baseline

A starting point for comparison.

"The test results provided a baseline for improvement."

Basement

The lowest level of a building.

"They stored old furniture in the basement."

Becoming

Attractive or suitable.

"That dress is very becoming on her."

Bedframe

A structure that supports a mattress.

"They bought a new bedframe for their bedroom."

Bedlamite

A mad or insane person.

"The bedlamite ranted loudly in the street."

Bedrock

The solid rock beneath the soil.

"The foundation was built on bedrock."

Beefwood

A type of hardwood tree.

"The furniture was made from strong beefwood."

Beetroot

A deep red vegetable.

"She made a beetroot salad for dinner."

Befriend

To make friends with someone.

"He tried to befriend the new student."

Believer

A person who has faith in something.

"She is a firm believer in hard work."

Belittle

To make someone feel small or unimportant.

"He belittled her achievements, which upset her."

Belliger

Showing aggression or hostility.

"The belligerent drunk was removed from the bar."

Benchmark

A standard of comparison.

"Their new phone set a benchmark for performance."

Benefice

A church position with financial support.

"The priest was granted a benefice for his work."

Benefity

Something that is advantageous.

"The new policy will be a benefity to workers."

Beverage

A drink, usually other than water.

"She ordered a cold beverage on a hot day."

Bewilder

To confuse or puzzle.

"His strange behavior continued to bewilder his friends."

Bickering

Arguing about trivial matters.

"The siblings were always bickering over small things."

Bilateral

Having two sides.

"The countries signed a bilateral trade agreement."

Billboard

A large outdoor advertising sign.

"The new movie poster was on a giant billboard."

Birdsong

The musical sound made by birds.

"She woke up to the sound of birdsong."

Birthday

The anniversary of one’s birth.

"She is celebrating her birthday with a party."

Blacktop

A road surface made of asphalt.

"The workers were laying fresh blacktop on the street."

Blankets

Covers used to keep warm.

"She wrapped herself in soft blankets."

Blastoff

The launch of a rocket.

"The astronauts prepared for blastoff."

Bleeding

The loss of blood.

"She put pressure on the wound to stop the bleeding."

Blessing

Something good or fortunate.

"Having a loving family is a great blessing."

Blinding

Extremely bright or dazzling.

"The blinding sunlight made her squint."

Blossoms

Flowers blooming.

"The cherry blossoms were beautiful in spring."

Blueprint

A detailed plan or design.

"The architect studied the blueprint for the new building."

Boarding

Getting on a vehicle or lodging.

"Boarding for the flight will begin shortly."

Bohemian

A person with an artistic, unconventional lifestyle.

"He lived a bohemian life, traveling and painting."

Word

Definition

Example

Backboard

A board behind a basketball hoop.

"He made the shot after bouncing the ball off the backboard."

Backtrack

To reverse one's steps.

"He had to backtrack to find his lost keys."

Backspace

A key used to delete text.

"I pressed the backspace key to correct my typo."

Backstage

The area behind a theater stage.

"The actors prepared backstage before the play."

Backwater

A stagnant or slow-moving body of water.

"The canoe drifted into a peaceful backwater."

Balancing

Keeping something steady.

"She was balancing multiple tasks at work."

Ballpoint

A type of pen with a rolling ball tip.

"He signed the contract with a ballpoint pen."

Banishment

The act of being expelled from a place.

"The criminal faced banishment from the kingdom."

Banknotes

Paper money.

"He carried a stack of banknotes in his wallet."

Bankruptcy

Legal status of not being able to pay debts.

"The company declared bankruptcy last year."

Barbarian

A person from an uncivilized culture.

"The warriors were described as fierce barbarians."

Barbecued

Cooked over an open flame or grill.

"We barbecued ribs for dinner."

Barometer

An instrument for measuring air pressure.

"The barometer dropped, signaling an incoming storm."

Barricade

A barrier to block passage.

"The protesters built a barricade across the street."

Bartender

A person who serves drinks at a bar.

"The bartender mixed a delicious cocktail."

Baseboard

A molding at the bottom of a wall.

"They painted the baseboard white to match the trim."

Baseball

A sport played with a bat and ball.

"He has been playing baseball since childhood."

Battalion

A large group of soldiers.

"The battalion marched in perfect formation."

Battering

Repeatedly hitting or damaging something.

"The storm was battering the coastline."

Beautician

A person who provides beauty treatments.

"She works as a beautician in a high-end salon."

Beautiful

Pleasing to the eye or mind.

"The sunset over the ocean was truly beautiful."

Beckoning

Gesturing someone to come closer.

"She stood at the door, beckoning him inside."

Bedridden

Confined to bed due to illness.

"He was bedridden for weeks after surgery."

Beginners

People new to an activity.

"This yoga class is perfect for beginners."

Belonging

Feeling accepted in a group.

"The new student found a sense of belonging."

Benefited

Gained an advantage from something.

"He benefited from the extra tutoring sessions."

Beratings

Harsh scoldings or criticism.

"The coach’s beratings motivated the players to improve."

Bewitches

Casts a spell or charms.

"Her voice bewitches everyone who hears it."

Biblioman

A person who loves collecting books.

"The biblioman had a library full of rare editions."

Bigheaded

Arrogant or overly proud.

"His bigheaded attitude annoyed his teammates."

Billboard

A large sign for advertisements.

"The billboard displayed a new car commercial."

Birdhouse

A small shelter for birds.

"They built a birdhouse and hung it in the tree."

Birthdays

Anniversaries of one's birth.

"We celebrated their birthdays together this year."

Blackbird

A species of dark-colored bird.

"A blackbird perched on the fence."

Blacklist

A list of banned or disapproved individuals.

"The hacker was added to the company’s blacklist."

Blameless

Free from guilt or wrongdoing.

"She was blameless in the accident."

Blastoffs

The launch of a spacecraft.

"The countdown for the rocket’s blastoff began."

Blossomed

Bloomed or developed beautifully.

"Her artistic skills blossomed over the years."

Blueprint

A detailed technical plan.

"The architect studied the blueprint for the new house."

Boardroom

A meeting room for executives.

"The CEO presented his vision in the boardroom."

Boathouse

A shelter for boats.

"They stored their canoe in the boathouse."

Boilwater

Heating water until it bubbles.

"She put the kettle on to boil water for tea."

Bookcases

Shelves used to store books.

"Her living room was lined with bookcases."

Bookstore

A shop that sells books.

"She bought a novel at the bookstore."

Boomerang

A curved throwing tool that returns.

"He threw the boomerang and watched it come back."

Bordering

Being adjacent to or next to something.

"The town is bordering the national park."

Bracelets

Jewelry worn around the wrist.

"She wore gold bracelets on both wrists."

Word

Scrabble Points

Definition

Buzzkill

30

Something that ruins excitement or fun.

Blizzard

28

A severe snowstorm with strong winds.

Banquets

19

Large, formal meals for celebrations.

Briquets

19

Small, compressed blocks of fuel.

Backflip

22

A backward somersault in the air.

Boxwoods

20

Shrubs with small, dense leaves.

Bluejays

20

A species of bright blue bird.

Backflow

23

The reverse movement of a liquid.

Bijouter

19

A jeweler or dealer in jewelry.

Bromized

21

Treated with bromine.

Bejeweled

21

Decorated with jewels.

Banjoist

19

A person who plays the banjo.

Blacktop

19

A road surface made of asphalt.

Bankroll

17

Money available for a business or project.

Buckskin

20

A soft leather made from deerskin.

Bazookas

21

Portable rocket launchers.

Blowfish

19

A type of fish that inflates when threatened.

Bullocks

18

Young bulls or castrated male cattle.

Backhand

21

A stroke in tennis or similar sports.

Befuddle

18

To confuse or perplex.

Bedazzle

20

To impress with brilliance or glamour.

Breezing

19

Moving swiftly and easily.

Bizarres

19

Strange or unusual things.

Blueprint

17

A detailed technical plan or design.

Bulldogs

16

A breed of muscular, wrinkled-faced dogs.

Bivalves

17

Marine or freshwater mollusks with two shells.

Buckshot

22

Small lead pellets used in shotgun shells.

Backfire

20

To have the opposite effect than intended.

Barmaids

15

Women who serve drinks in a bar.

Beckoned

18

To call or signal someone to come closer.

Besmirch

18

To tarnish or damage someone’s reputation.

Boxthorn

21

A thorny shrub or small tree.

Blackish

20

Dark or almost black in color.

Bucklers

17

Small, round shields used for protection.

Bandying

16

Exchanging words or arguments back and forth.

Brighten

16

To make something lighter or happier.

Bedstead

15

The frame of a bed.

Balloted

15

Voted in an election or decision-making process.

Bitstock

20

A tool used to hold drill bits.

Boatload

15

A large amount of something.

Bushveld

18

A grassland region in southern Africa.

Backmost

18

The farthest toward the rear.

Ballpark

19

A stadium for baseball games or an estimate.

Banished

17

Forced to leave a place as a punishment.

Bandages

14

Strips of material used to cover wounds.

Behemoth

17

Something enormous in size or power.

Birdlike

16

Resembling or characteristic of a bird.