English words starting with B

the process or result of making something black or dark in color.

The practice of wearing makeup to imitate the appearance of a Black person, especially as a caricature.

A general name for various dark-colored fish, especially a small toothed whale (Globicephala melas) also known as the pilot whale.

a small black or dark grey fly, the female of which sucks the blood of mammals and birds.

A person who behaves in a dishonorable or contemptible way; a scoundrel.

a small, dark bump on the skin caused by a blocked pore.

somewhat black in colour; tending towards black

a gambling card game in which players try to acquire cards with a total value as close as possible to 21 without exceeding it.

to put a person, organization, or product on a list of those considered untrustworthy, banned, or boycotted.

Officially listed as one to be banned, rejected, or punished.

In a manner characterized by anger, gloom, or menace.

The crime of demanding money from someone by threatening to tell a secret about them or to harm them.

a person who obtains money or other benefits from someone by threatening to reveal damaging information about them.

the quality or state of being black in colour

a period when all lights must be turned off or are hidden, especially during a war.

a person who makes and repairs things in iron by hand, especially horseshoes.

A deer, especially a mule deer or a black-tailed deer, characterized by a black tip or upper surface on its tail.

a dark-colored material (such as asphalt) used for surfacing roads, driveways, or other areas

water that is dark in color, often due to decaying organic matter, as found in some swamps, rivers, or peatlands.

A hollow organ in the body that holds urine or air.

The flat cutting part of a tool or weapon, such as a knife or sword.

resembling or having the shape of a blade, especially a thin, flat, sharp-edged object.

having a blade or blades

A person who makes, sells, or sharpens blades.

Talk that is boring, meaningless, or nonsense.

Meaningless or tedious talk; empty chatter.

Meaningless or tedious talk; nonsense.

A general feeling of boredom, depression, or listlessness.

to think or say that someone or something is responsible for something bad

Past tense and past participle of blame; to say or think that someone or something is responsible for something bad.

free from blame or guilt; innocent.

deserving blame or censure; culpable.

(present participle) To say or think that someone or something is responsible for something bad that has happened.

to make something, especially a vegetable, white or pale by removing its color, typically by briefly boiling it or depriving it of light.

(of food) briefly boiled in water, often to remove skin or preserve color.

lacking strong flavor or character; dull and uninteresting.

pleasant words or actions used to persuade someone to do something, often in a way that is not sincere.

In a dull, uninteresting, or unemotional way.

the quality of being uninteresting, lacking strong features, or not having a distinctive character.

(of a surface or space) not marked or decorated; empty

Having eyes that lack expression, emotion, or awareness; having a vacant or empty stare.

Having a face that shows no emotion, understanding, or interest; expressionless.

A large piece of cloth, often soft and warm, used for covering oneself, especially in bed.

Covered completely with a layer of something.

In a way that shows no emotion, understanding, or interest; with a blank expression.

The state or quality of being blank, empty, or without expression.

To make a loud, harsh sound.

(of a sound) loud and harsh

flattering or coaxing talk that is often seen as clever and amusing but not completely sincere.

Unimpressed or indifferent to something because one has experienced or seen it so often before.

to speak in a way that shows disrespect or contempt for god or sacred things.

a person who speaks in a way that shows disrespect or contempt for God or sacred things.

showing a lack of respect for god or for religious beliefs or practices

The act of insulting or showing contempt or lack of reverence for God or sacred things.

A sudden strong rush of air or wind

Used to express annoyance or anger

A powerful device or weapon that produces a blast, especially one that fires an intense beam or projectile.

The action of using explosives to break apart rock or other material.

A mammalian embryo in the early stage of development, consisting of a sphere of cells with a fluid-filled cavity.

the moment when a rocket or spacecraft leaves the ground at the start of a flight

Any of the cells formed by cleavage of a fertilized ovum during early embryonic development.

Unimpressed or indifferent to something because one has experienced or seen it so often before.

To make a loud, harsh cry like a sheep or goat; to bleat.

(of bad behavior) done openly and unashamedly; obvious and shocking

in an obvious and offensive way, without any attempt to hide something bad

To talk for a long time in a foolish or annoying way

A genre of American film of the 1970s featuring Black actors and aimed at a Black audience, often characterized by action-packed plots and funk and soul music soundtracks.

A very bright, strong flame

A jacket, often in a solid color and sometimes with metal buttons, that is worn as part of a uniform or as a smart casual jacket.

Very bright and hot; burning strongly with flames

In an extremely fast, intense, or obvious manner.

to describe or depict (armorial bearings) in a correct heraldic manner.

To make something white or pale by using chemicals or sunlight.

made white or lighter by a chemical process or by exposure to sunlight.

having lost color or vividness, typically due to exposure to light, chemicals, or age.

A usually uncovered section of tiered seats for spectators, typically made of inexpensive materials like wood or concrete.

the process of making something white or pale by using chemical agents or sunlight.

(of a situation or future prospect) not hopeful or encouraging; depressing

in a way that suggests a lack of hope, warmth, or comfort; in a cold, bare, and depressing manner.

a situation or place that is bare, exposed, and unwelcoming.

In a bleary manner; with eyes or vision that are tired, watery, and unfocused.

(of eyes) looking or feeling dull and unfocused from sleep or tiredness

having eyes that are tired, red, or watery, making it difficult to see clearly

to make the weak, wavering cry characteristic of a sheep, goat, or calf.

the weak, wavering cry made by a sheep, goat, or calf.

to lose blood from the body because of an injury or illness

A person who bleeds, especially one who bleeds heavily or suffers from a condition that causes excessive bleeding.

the process of losing blood from the body, typically from a wound

used to describe someone who is excessively sympathetic towards the perceived victims of social problems, often implying that such sympathy is naive or impractical.

a short, high-pitched electronic sound.

A small electronic device that makes a short, high-pitched sound to alert someone, such as a pager.

Used as a euphemism to replace a swear word, especially in expressions of annoyance or for emphasis.

a mark that spoils the appearance of someone or something.

Having no marks, flaws, or imperfections on the surface.

having a mark or flaw that spoils the appearance or completeness of something.

To mix two or more substances together so that they become one substance.

Mixed together thoroughly so that the parts combine into a unified whole.

An electric kitchen appliance with rotating blades used to mix, puree, or emulsify food and liquids.

The action of mixing or combining things together so that they become one substance or idea.

Inflammation of the eyelids.

to ask god to protect someone or something

made holy; consecrated

in a way that brings or feels great happiness, relief, or good fortune

the state of being blessed, especially of enjoying divine favor or happiness.

god's help and protection, or a prayer asking for this

a type of blue cheese, especially a soft, creamy french cheese with a bluish mold.

A plant disease, typically one caused by fungi such as mildews, rusts, and smuts.

Spoiled, damaged, or destroyed

A person who is annoying or contemptible, especially a man or boy.

An exclamation of surprise, excitement, or alarm.

A small airship that does not have a rigid internal structure, especially one used for advertising or observation.

Unable to see; lacking the sense of sight.

Made unable to see; deprived of sight.

leather pieces fixed on either side of a horse's bridle to prevent it from seeing sideways and behind

A piece of cloth used to cover someone's eyes to prevent them from seeing.

Having the eyes covered with a piece of cloth or other material to prevent seeing.

extremely bright, making it difficult to see

In an extremely intense or obvious way.

Without thinking or questioning; without using reason or judgment.

The condition of being unable to see; lack of sight.