English words starting with C

to stop fighting or arguing and accept that you have been defeated

The act of surrendering or giving up resistance.

a device clamped across the strings of a guitar or similar instrument to raise their pitch uniformly.

A castrated male chicken, fattened for eating.

a sicilian dish of chopped cooked vegetables, typically aubergine (eggplant), celery, and onions, seasoned with olives, capers, and a sweet and sour sauce.

Having a cap or covering on the top or end.

A person or device that caps something, such as bottles.

the act of placing a limit or upper restriction on something.

a type of coffee made with espresso and hot milk, topped with foamed milk

a lively piece of music, free in form and often virtuosic in nature.

a sudden and unaccountable change of mood or behavior

given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior

in a way that is governed by sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior; unpredictably

The quality of changing mood or behaviour suddenly and unexpectedly

a chemical compound that is the active component of chili peppers, producing a burning sensation when it comes into contact with tissue.

a type of pepper plant with hollow fruits containing many seeds, which can be eaten as a vegetable or used to make spices

the protein shell that encloses the genetic material of a virus.

To turn over in the water

(of a boat or ship) turned over in the water

A broad revolving cylinder with a vertical axis used for winding a rope or cable, powered by men or motors pushing on horizontal bars inserted into its head.

a stone fixed on top of a wall or other structure, typically as a finishing touch.

relating to, resembling, or forming a capsule.

a small soluble case of gelatin containing a dose of medicine, swallowed whole.

The person in charge of a ship or commercial aircraft.

the position or rank of a captain.

A title or brief explanation printed below or next to a picture, diagram, or illustration.

Tending to find fault or raise petty objections; overly critical.

To attract and hold the interest and attention of someone; to charm or enchant.

Completely fascinated or enchanted by someone or something.

Attracting and holding interest or attention; charming.

A person who has been taken prisoner or an animal that has been confined.

(of an animal) bred and raised in a controlled environment such as a zoo, farm, or aquarium, rather than in the wild.

The breeding of animals in a controlled environment, such as a zoo or wildlife park, especially for the purpose of conservation and eventual release into the wild.

The state of being kept as a prisoner or in a confined space, unable to leave.

A person who catches or confines another; one who takes or holds someone captive.

To take someone as a prisoner, or to take something into your possession, especially by force.

(present participle) Taking someone as a prisoner or taking something into one's possession, especially by force.

A friar belonging to a branch of the Franciscan order that observes a strict rule drawn up in 1529.

a very large, semi-aquatic rodent native to South America, with short limbs, a blunt head, and webbed feet.

A road vehicle with an engine, usually four wheels, and seats for a small number of people.

Using a car as the primary or central means of transport or operation.

An explosive device concealed in or under a car, detonated to cause destruction.

Relating to or involved in the act of purchasing an automobile.

not allowing or involving the use of cars; designed to be used without cars.

To travel together in a car, especially with each person taking turns driving their own car.

The business or service of renting cars to customers for short periods.

A system in which cars are owned by a company or organization and used by different people at different times, typically booked for short periods.

The crime of stealing a car.

A metal ring with a spring-loaded gate, used to quickly and reversibly connect components, especially in climbing and mountaineering.

A member of a Spanish or Latin American paramilitary police force, typically one responsible for border patrol, customs, or rural security.

A wide-mouthed glass or metal bottle with a lip, used for serving water or wine.

A type of chewy or soft candy made from sugar, butter, and milk or cream.

Having a light brown color similar to that of caramel.

To heat sugar or a food containing sugar until it turns brown and develops a characteristic flavor.

(of food) cooked with sugar until it turns brown, sweet, and sticky

the hard shell on the back of an animal such as a crab or turtle

a unit for measuring the weight of precious stones, equal to 200 milligrams.

A group of people, especially traders or pilgrims, travelling together across a desert in Asia or North Africa.

A small, highly maneuverable sailing ship developed in the 15th century by the Portuguese, used for long voyages of exploration.

A plant of the parsley family with finely divided leaves and clusters of small white flowers.

a synthetic drug used in the treatment of epilepsy and neuropathic pain.

a binary compound of carbon with a more electropositive element, especially a metal.

a light, short-barreled rifle, originally used by cavalry.

any of a large group of organic compounds, including sugars and starches, that contain carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, and are an important source of food and energy for living organisms.

containing a large amount of carbohydrates

A chemical element (symbol C) that is found in all living things, and in its pure forms as diamond, graphite, or charcoal.

A radioactive isotope of carbon with an atomic mass of 14, used in radiocarbon dating.

Consisting of or derived from carbon, especially organic compounds.

Relating to or involving a chemical bond between two carbon atoms.

a colourless gas produced by burning carbon and by breathing, and used by plants in photosynthesis

A very strong, lightweight synthetic material made from thin threads of carbon atoms, used in high-performance products.

Not involving or producing carbon dioxide or other carbon compounds, especially as a result of industrial processes.

A poisonous gas formed by the incomplete burning of carbon or carbon-containing fuels, especially in engines.

Making no net release of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, especially as a result of carbon offsetting.

Containing a high proportion of carbon.

Containing carbon or coal.

A pasta dish made with eggs, hard cheese, cured pork, and black pepper.

To add carbon dioxide gas to a liquid, especially a drink.

(of a drink) containing small bubbles of carbon dioxide

The process of dissolving carbon dioxide in a liquid under pressure, causing it to become fizzy.

relating to or containing carbon, especially in the form of carbon dioxide.

converted into carbon or charcoal, typically by heating or burning in the absence of air.

Relating to or containing the carboxyl group (-COOH), which is characteristic of organic acids.

a severe abscess or multiple boil in the skin, typically infected with staphylococcus bacteria.

(of an internal combustion engine) supplied with fuel by a carburetor.

a device in an internal combustion engine that mixes air with a fine spray of liquid fuel to produce an explosive mixture.

the dead body of an animal, especially one that is ready to be cut up as meat or eaten by another animal.

a substance that is capable of causing cancer.

the initiation and development of a cancer.

having the potential to cause cancer

the ability or tendency of a substance to cause cancer.

a slow-growing type of neuroendocrine tumor, often found in the gastrointestinal tract or lungs.

a type of cancer that begins in the skin or in tissues that line or cover internal organs.

A small, rectangular piece of stiff paper or plastic, often with information printed on it, used for identification, sending a message, or playing games.

Officially registered as a member of a particular organization, especially a political party or trade union.

The aromatic seeds of a plant of the ginger family, used as a spice.

A stiff, thick type of paper, often made from recycled material, used for making boxes and other containers.

A person who owns and uses a credit card, debit card, or other similar card.

Relating to the heart or heart disease.

A knitted sweater or jacket, typically with an open front fastened by buttons or a zipper.

of the greatest importance; fundamental

A doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases of the heart.

The branch of medicine that deals with diseases and abnormalities of the heart.

A disease of the heart muscle, making it harder for the heart to pump blood to the rest of the body.

Relating to both the heart and the lungs.

Relating to or involving both the heart and the lungs.

relating to or involving both the heart and the chest (thorax), especially in surgical contexts.

Relating to the heart and the blood vessels.

a medical procedure that uses a controlled electric shock to restore a normal heart rhythm.

The process of protecting someone or something and providing what they need.

To move forward quickly in a way that is not controlled, often from side to side.

(present participle) Moving swiftly and in an uncontrolled way.

An occupation undertaken for a significant period of a person's life and with opportunities for progress.

(of a performance, achievement, or statistic) being the best or highest level attained by a particular person or team in their career so far.

causing or likely to cause the permanent end of someone's professional activity, especially in sports

Lasting for the entire duration of a person's working life or professional career.

the lowest point or level ever reached in a person's professional career, especially in terms of performance, achievement, or status.

(of an event, role, or achievement) having the potential to establish or significantly advance someone's professional success and reputation.

focused on advancing one's career; ambitious in terms of professional success.

focused on or directed towards the advancement of one's profession or career.