English words starting with F

the loss of a right, a privilege, or property because of a crime, breach of contract, or failure to fulfill an obligation.

To make an illegal copy of something in order to deceive.

Made or shaped in a way that is not genuine, with intent to deceive.

a person who produces illegal copies of documents, paintings, or money in order to deceive people

the crime of making an exact copy of something in order to deceive people, for example a document, painting, or piece of paper money.

To be unable to remember a fact, something that happened, or how to do something.

A small plant with light blue flowers, often grown in gardens.

tending to forget things often

the quality or state of being forgetful; a tendency to forget things.

likely to be forgotten, not special or interesting enough to be remembered

The process of shaping metal by heating it and then hammering or pressing it.

able to be forgiven or excused; not too bad to be pardoned.

To stop feeling angry or resentful towards someone for an offence, flaw, or mistake.

the action or process of ceasing to feel angry or resentful towards someone for an offence, flaw, or mistake.

Willing to forgive; showing a tendency to forgive or be merciful.

To decide not to have or do something that you would like to have or do.

no longer remembered or known by people

A tool with a handle and two or more long, thin pointed parts (called prongs or tines), used for picking up and eating food.

(of cooked meat, especially barbecue) so tender that it can be easily pulled apart with a fork.

A type of pitch in baseball thrown with a grip that causes it to drop sharply as it nears home plate.

Having one end divided into two or more parts; branched

the amount that a fork can hold

A vehicle with two long metal bars at the front used for lifting and moving heavy loads.

completely unhappy or hopeless

in a sad and lonely or abandoned manner

The shape and structure of something as distinguished from its material.

(of clothing) designed to fit closely to the contours of the body.

Relating to or done in accordance with rules, convention, or ceremony; official.

A colorless, strong-smelling gas used in solution as a preservative and disinfectant.

a clear, colorless solution of formaldehyde in water, used as a disinfectant and preservative for biological specimens.

strict or excessive adherence to prescribed forms or rules, especially in art, religion, or philosophy.

A person who follows or adheres to formal rules, especially in art, literature, or religion, often placing more importance on the form than on the content or meaning.

Excessively concerned with rules, forms, and outward appearance, often at the expense of inner meaning or reality.

Something that has to be done because of a custom or rule, but that has little real meaning or importance.

The act of making something formal or official, especially by giving it a clear structure or set of rules.

to make something official or put it into a clear and structured form.

Made official or given a definite and systematic form.

In accordance with the rules of convention or etiquette.

A component frequency in the spectrum of a speech sound or musical note that gives it its characteristic quality or timbre.

The way in which something is arranged or organized, especially the size, shape, and general appearance of a book, magazine, or document.

The action of forming or process of being formed.

relating to a person's development, especially during childhood and adolescence.

The way in which text, data, or other material is arranged or presented.

An archaic or dialectal variant of 'form', meaning shape, structure, or arrangement.

Having a specified shape or structure; organized.

of or in an earlier time; having been previously

In the past; in an earlier time or period.

Relating to or derived from ants.

having a surface or covering made of formica, a hard, durable plastic laminate.

inspiring fear or respect through being impressively large, powerful, intense, or capable.

in a manner that inspires fear or respect through being impressively large, powerful, intense, or capable

the act of creating, shaping, or establishing something

Having no definite or regular form or shape.

The quality or state of having no definite or clear shape or structure.

Of or relating to the island of Taiwan (formerly called Formosa)

A standard form or method for doing or producing something, especially one that is widely used.

Fed on artificial milk or infant formula instead of breast milk.

made or done according to a standard formula and therefore lacking originality or creativity.

a book or list of standard formulas, especially one used in a particular field such as medicine or pharmacy.

To create or prepare something carefully, putting thought into its details.

(past tense and past participle of formulate) To create or prepare something carefully, putting together ideas, plans, or substances in a systematic way.

The act or process of creating or preparing something carefully, especially a plan, theory, or product.

To have sexual intercourse between people not married to each other.

Sexual intercourse between people not married to each other.

A person who has sexual intercourse outside of marriage, especially someone who does so habitually.

To leave someone, especially when you have a responsibility to stay with them.

Completely abandoned or deserted; left alone and feeling unloved or uncared for.

To make a serious and formal promise to give something up or stop doing something.

a deciduous shrub with bright yellow flowers that bloom in early spring before its leaves appear.

A building or group of buildings constructed for military defence, often with strong walls and other features to protect against attack.

A thing at which someone excels; a strong point or special talent.

Forward in time, place, or order; onward.

About to happen or appear in the near future.

Direct and outspoken; straightforward in manner or speech.

In a direct and honest way, without avoiding the issue.

The quality of being honest and direct in speech or manner.

immediately; without delay.

constituting number forty in a sequence; 40th

A defensive wall or other reinforcement built to strengthen a place against attack.

(of a place) made stronger against attack, especially by building walls or other defences.

to make a place stronger against attack, especially by building high walls or other defenses.

(in music) very loud

Courage and strength of mind when facing pain, danger, or adversity.

A period of two weeks.

happening or appearing once every two weeks

A large, strong building or group of buildings that can be defended from attack.

resembling a fortress in being massive, strong, and impenetrable

happening by chance, especially a lucky chance that brings a good result

In a way that happens by chance, especially by a lucky chance

having or bringing good luck; lucky

Used to say that something good has happened or is true, especially when this was not expected or intended.

a large amount of money or valuable possessions

a person who claims to be able to predict what will happen in the future

The practice of predicting someone's future, typically by using special methods such as reading cards or looking at lines on their hand.

The number equivalent to the product of four and ten; 40.

the number equivalent to the product of four and twelve; one more than forty-seven; 48.

Constituting number forty-eight in a sequence; 48th.

Constituting number forty-five in a sequence; 45th.

the number 45

Describing an angle equal to one-eighth of a full circle.

Lasting for forty-five minutes.

Being forty-five years of age.

Measuring forty feet in length, height, or distance.

the number equivalent to the product of four and eleven; one more than forty-three; 44.

Being forty-four years of age.

Constituting number forty-four in a sequence; 44th.

Consisting of or lasting for forty hours, especially referring to a standard working week.

Lasting for forty minutes.

the number equivalent to the product of seven and seven; one more than forty-eight, or nine less than fifty; 49.

Being forty-nine years of age.

constituting number forty-nine in a sequence; 49th.

somewhat more than the specified number, typically implying a small excess

the number equivalent to the product of four and ten plus one; one more than forty; 41.

being 41 years of age

Constituting number forty-two in a sequence; 42nd.

the number equivalent to the product of seven and seven; one more than forty-eight, or three less than fifty; 47.

constituting number forty-seven in a sequence; 47th.

The cardinal number that is equal to six more than forty

Being forty-six years of age.

Constituting number forty-six in a sequence; 46th.