English words starting with A

Officially connected to or controlled by a larger organization or group.

The state of being officially connected with or a member of a larger organization or group.

relating to or characterized by the formation of social or emotional bonds with others.

Related by or concerning marriage.

(in mathematics) allowing for or involving transformations which preserve straight lines and the ratios of distances between points lying on a straight line.

A strong feeling that you understand and like someone or something

to state firmly or publicly that something is true or that you support something strongly

the act of stating or asserting that something is true

relating to or expressing agreement or consent.

A policy or set of measures designed to increase opportunities for groups that have been historically discriminated against, especially in employment and education.

in a manner that shows agreement or gives a positive answer

Showing support or agreement; giving positive affirmation.

To attach or fasten something to something else.

The process of adding an affix to a word or the result of this process.

To cause pain, suffering, or severe trouble to someone or something.

Suffering from something painful or distressing

Causing severe physical or mental suffering or distress.

Something that causes pain or suffering

the state of having a lot of money or owning many things; wealth

Having a great deal of money; wealthy.

to have enough money to be able to pay for something

The state or quality of being affordable; the degree to which something is affordable, especially in relation to one's financial means.

low enough in price that people can pay for it or buy it

Housing, especially that provided by public agencies or with government assistance, which is within the financial means of people with low to moderate incomes.

In a manner that is inexpensive or reasonably priced.

The process of planting trees on an area of land in order to make a forest.

An action or remark that causes outrage or offense.

Feeling offended and insulted

A blanket or shawl, typically knitted or crocheted in colorful geometric patterns.

the basic monetary unit of afghanistan, equal to 100 puls.

a person who is very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about an activity, subject, or pastime; a devotee or fan.

To or at a distance, especially from home or one's usual surroundings.

in a state of burning; on fire

Burning; on fire

a type of poisonous substance produced by some fungi that can contaminate food such as nuts and grain, and is known to cause cancer.

floating on water or in the air; not sinking.

in preparation or progress; happening or beginning to happen

In front of; before (in place or position).

mentioned or referred to earlier in the same text or document.

mentioned or named previously in the same document or text.

Planned or considered beforehand; premeditated.

feeling fear or anxiety; frightened.

again, especially from the beginning or in a new way

Relating to Africa or its peoples, languages, or cultures.

Of or relating to Americans of African and especially Black African descent.

owned by an african american person or by african americans collectively.

Having its origin, foundation, or primary operations in Africa or connected to Africa.

showing the influence of african styles, patterns, or ideas

The process of making something African in character or bringing it under African control or influence.

(of a honeybee) bred from or having characteristics of an aggressive African subspecies, especially one that has spread and become established in the Americas.

A white South African whose native language is Afrikaans and who is descended from Dutch settlers.

a language that developed from 17th-century Dutch, spoken in south africa and namibia.

A person of South African descent whose native language is Afrikaans, especially one of European (primarily Dutch) ancestry.

A hairstyle consisting of a mass of very tight curls that stand out from the head, worn especially by people of African descent.

Relating to Black Americans or their culture.

Relating to or denoting the culture, people, or heritage of Brazilians of African descent.

Relating to or characteristic of people of African descent living in or originating from the Caribbean islands.

Relating to or denoting the fusion of African and Cuban cultural elements, especially in music.

Relating to or denoting the historical and cultural connections, influences, or interactions between Africa and Portugal or the Portuguese-speaking world.

centered on or emphasizing african or african diaspora history, culture, and perspectives.

At, near, or towards the stern of a ship or tail of an aircraft.

Directed towards or looking towards the rear part of a ship or aircraft.

following in time; later than

Relating to or occurring after a specific event or action, especially for the purpose of analysis and review.

Relating to or occurring in the period immediately following Christmas Day.

Happening, existing, or used during the evening or night.

happening or served after the main meal of the evening

The market for parts, accessories, and services for a product, especially a vehicle, after its original sale.

A smaller, more informal party that happens after a main event, such as a concert, ceremony, or larger party.

Taking place after the end of the regular school day.

Relating to the amount of money that remains after taxes have been deducted.

Describing something that occurs, is applied, or is considered after an event has taken place.

Relating to or taking place after one's regular working hours.

the placenta and other material expelled from the uterus after childbirth.

a device in the exhaust system of a jet engine that injects extra fuel into the hot gases to produce additional thrust.

care or support given to someone after a period of medical treatment, therapy, or an institutional stay.

an effect that follows its cause after an interval of time, especially a delayed or secondary effect

The light that remains in the sky after the sun has set.

an image that continues to appear in your vision for a short time after you have stopped looking at the object that caused it.

the existence that some people believe begins after death

the business of buying and selling parts, accessories, and equipment for a product, especially a car, after it has been sold by the original manufacturer.

the situation that exists as a result of an important (and usually unpleasant) event

the period of time from 12 o'clock in the middle of the day until about 6 o'clock in the evening

a liquid with a pleasant smell that men sometimes put on their face after shaving

a smaller earthquake that happens after a larger earthquake.

a taste, often an unpleasant one, that remains in the mouth after you have eaten or drunk something.

an idea, comment, or part of something that is added later, especially something that was not part of the original plan

At a later or future time; subsequently.

at a later or future time; subsequently.

a section at the end of a book that provides extra information or comment, typically by the author or another contributor.

a world or state of existence believed to follow death; the afterlife.

Another time; once more.

In opposition to or disagreement with someone or something.

With the mouth wide open, especially in surprise, wonder, or eagerness

A gelatinous substance obtained from certain red seaweeds, used in biological culture media and as a thickener in foods.

A polysaccharide substance derived from seaweed, used as a gel-forming medium in biological laboratories.

A type of very hard stone with patterns of different colours, often used in jewellery and ornaments.

a plant that grows in hot dry regions, especially mexico and the southern us, with thick pointed leaves and tall flowers. it is used to make alcoholic drinks such as tequila.

the length of time that a person or thing has existed

(of a rate, statistic, or comparison) calculated or modified to account for the effects of age, allowing for fairer comparisons between groups with different age distributions.

Suitable or fitting for a person's age or age group.

(of a condition, change, or process) connected with or typical of the process of growing older.

Determined by or dependent on a person's age.

Describing something, especially a cosmetic product or treatment, that is intended to prevent or reduce the visible signs of aging.

Varying or determined by age.

The unfair treatment of a person or group based on their age, especially in employment.

A group of people or students who are of the same age or who are in the same school year.

A group of people of a similar age, often considered as a category for statistical or social purposes.

(of a person or group in a study) having the same age or a similar age range as another person or group used for comparison.

Having existed for a very long time; ancient or traditional.

Connected with or caused by the process of growing older.

Relating to or designed for a particular age group.

having lived for a long time; old

the process of growing old; the state of being old

Prejudice or discrimination on the grounds of a person's age.

Never appearing to grow old; eternal.

A business or organization that provides a particular service, especially on behalf of other businesses or people.

a list of items to be discussed at a formal meeting.

a person or company that represents another person or company in business, legal, or other matters

Relating to or denoting a computational model or simulation in which the overall system behavior emerges from the actions and interactions of individual autonomous units called agents.