Alphabetical word directory
English words starting with G
Showing words 241–360 of 1,730. Choose a word to read its meaning, etymology and origin.
gay
adjSexually or romantically attracted to people of the same sex or gender
gay-bashing
nThe act of verbally or physically attacking gay people, or expressing strong disapproval of them.
gay-friendly
adjsupportive of or welcoming to gay people; not discriminating against them.
gay-marriage
nA marriage between two people of the same sex.
gay-straight
adjRelating to or involving both gay and straight people.
gay/lesbian
nA woman who is sexually or romantically attracted exclusively to other women; a gay woman.
gayness
nThe quality or state of being gay, especially in relation to homosexuality.
gazan
nA lightweight, often sheer, plain-weave fabric, typically made of silk, cotton, or a synthetic fiber.
gaze
vTo look steadily and intently, especially in admiration, surprise, or thought.
gazebo
na small, roofed structure, often open at the sides, in a garden or park, providing shelter and a place to sit.
gazelle
na small, slender antelope that moves quickly and gracefully, found in Africa and Asia.
gazette
na newspaper; an official journal containing lists of government notices and appointments
gazetteer
na list or a book of names of places, often with information about them
gazillion
nan extremely large, indefinite number
gazpacho
na cold spanish soup made from raw vegetables such as tomatoes, peppers, onions, and cucumbers, usually blended with oil, vinegar, and garlic.
GDP
nthe total value of all the goods and services produced by a country in a specific period, used as a measure of its economic size and health
gear
nA set of toothed wheels that work together to change the relation between the speed of a driving mechanism and the speed of the driven parts.
gearbox
nA metal case containing the gears of a vehicle or machine.
gearhead
nA person who is very interested in and knowledgeable about machines or technology, especially cars or computers.
gearing
nThe set or arrangement of gears in a machine.
gearshift
na lever in a vehicle that is used to change from one gear to another.
gecko
na small lizard with a wide head and large eyes, found in warm regions
gee
interjAn exclamation of surprise, enthusiasm, or encouragement.
gee-whiz
adj(informal) Characterized by or expressing enthusiastic or breathless admiration, especially for something technologically impressive or showy.
geek
nA person who is very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about a specific subject, especially one of specialist or minority interest.
geeky
adjvery interested in and knowledgeable about computers, technology, or a specific intellectual subject, often in a way that is socially awkward.
gees
nPlural form of 'gee', a word of command to a horse or other draft animal, directing it to turn to the right.
geezer
nAn informal, often slightly humorous or affectionate word for a man, especially an older one.
geisha
na Japanese woman trained to entertain men with conversation, dance, and song
gel
nA thick, wet substance that is similar to jelly, often used in cosmetics, medicines, or food.
gel-filled
adjContaining or packed with a gel or gel-like substance.
gel-like
adjHaving a thick, sticky, or jelly-like consistency.
gelatin
na clear substance without taste that dissolves in hot water and is used to make food like jelly and some medicines and photographic film.
gelatinous
adjHaving a thick, sticky, jelly-like consistency.
gelato
na soft, creamy Italian ice cream, typically made with milk, sugar, and flavorings such as fruit or nuts, and having a lower fat content than many other ice creams.
gelding
nA male horse that has been castrated.
gelid
adjextremely cold; icy
gem
na precious stone, especially when cut and polished for use in jewellery
gem-like
adjResembling a gem or jewel in brilliance, beauty, or preciousness.
gemstone
na precious or semiprecious stone, especially one cut, polished, and used in a piece of jewelry.
gen
nInformation about a particular subject or topic.
gen-xer
nA person born in the generation following the baby boomers, typically from the early-to-mid 1960s to the late 1970s or early 1980s.
gendarme
na member of a military force, especially in france, serving as an armed police officer for public order.
gendarmerie
nA military force, especially in some European countries, charged with police duties among the civilian population.
gender
nThe fact of being male or female, especially when considered with reference to social and cultural differences, rather than biological ones.
gender-appropriate
adjSuitable or fitting for a particular gender, especially in avoiding stereotypes.
gender-based
adjRelating to or involving distinctions or differences made on the basis of a person's gender.
gender-bending
adjChallenging or playing with traditional ideas about male and female identity, especially in dress, appearance, or behavior.
gender-biased
adjShowing an unfair preference for or against one gender, often in a way that reinforces stereotypes.
gender-blind
adjNot taking a person's gender into account; designed to be neutral or fair to all genders.
gender-equity
nThe state, quality, or ideal of being fair and just in the treatment of individuals of all genders, particularly regarding rights, benefits, and opportunities.
gender-free
adjNot restricted or defined by gender; free from gender distinctions or stereotypes.
gender-neutral
adjNot specific to, or suitable for, only one gender; applicable to or used by people of any gender.
gender-related
adjConnected with or concerning the state of being male or female, or the cultural and social roles associated with this.
gender-specific
adjRelating or applicable only to people of a particular gender.
gender-typed
adjDescribing the process by which children acquire behaviors, interests, and attitudes that are culturally considered typical for their gender.
gender-typing
nthe process by which a child becomes aware of their gender and acquires the values, behaviors, and roles considered typical for that gender within their society.
gendered
adjcharacterized by or relating to distinctions or roles based on gender
gendering
nThe process or practice of assigning or attributing gender to someone or something, often based on societal norms and expectations.
genderless
adjNot having or showing a gender; not belonging to or suitable for a particular gender.
gene
na unit of DNA that controls a particular characteristic in living things
gene-altered
adj(of an organism) having had its genetic material changed artificially, especially by introducing genes from another species.
gene-based
adjRelating to or determined by genes; having a basis in genetic information.
gene-spliced
adj(of an organism or its genetic material) having had its DNA altered by the insertion of genetic material from another source.
gene-splicing
nThe process of cutting and joining sections of DNA from different genes or organisms.
genealogical
adjRelating to the study of family history and the line of descent from ancestors.
genealogist
nA person who studies or traces the history and descent of families.
genealogy
nthe study of the history of the past and present members of a family, or a particular person's ancestors.
general
adjrelating to all or most people, things, or places; not specific or detailed
general-education
nEducation designed to provide students with broad knowledge and intellectual skills, as opposed to specialized or vocational training.
general-election
nAn election in which all the voters in a country or area choose their representatives, as opposed to a by-election or a primary election.
general-interest
adjDesigned to appeal to a wide, non-specialist audience; not specialized or limited to a particular group.
general-purpose
adjDesigned or suitable for a wide range of uses, rather than specialized for one particular function.
generalise
vTo make a general or broad statement by inferring from specific cases.
generalised
adjMade more widely or generally applicable; not specific or specialized.
generalissimo
nThe supreme commander of the combined military forces of a nation or a coalition.
generalist
nA person competent in several different fields or activities.
generality
nThe quality or state of being general rather than specific or detailed.
generalizability
nThe quality of being able to be applied or extended beyond the specific case or data from which something was derived.
generalization
nA general statement or concept obtained by inference from specific cases.
generalize
vto make a general statement or form a general opinion that is true in most cases
generalized
adjmade general, widespread, or common; not specific or specialized.
generalizing
vTo make a general or broad statement by inferring from specific cases.
generally
advIn most cases; usually.
generalship
nThe skill or practice of leading an army, especially in planning and strategy.
generate
vTo produce or create something.
generated
adjProduced or brought into existence.
generating
v(present participle of 'generate') To produce or create something.
generation
nAll the people born and living at about the same time, regarded collectively.
generational
adjRelating to or characteristic of all the people born and living at about the same time
generations-old
adjhaving existed or been passed down through several generations; very long-established.
generative
adjHaving the power or function of generating, originating, producing, or reproducing.
generator
nA machine for producing electricity.
generic
adjRelating to a whole group or class; not specific or unique.
generically
advIn a way that is not specific or detailed, applying to a whole class or group.
generosity
nThe quality of being kind, understanding, and not selfish; the quality of being generous.
generous
adjWilling to give money, help, or time freely.
generously
advIn a way that shows a readiness to give more of something, especially money, than is strictly necessary or expected.
genesis
nThe beginning or origin of something.
genet
nA small, carnivorous mammal of the civet family, with a slender body, spotted coat, and a long ringed tail, native to Africa and southwestern Europe.
genetic
adjrelating to genes or heredity
genetically
advin a way that relates to genes or genetics
geneticist
nA scientist who studies genetics, the branch of biology concerned with genes, heredity, and variation in living organisms.
genetics
nThe scientific study of the way in which the genes of a living thing control its characteristics.
genial
adjFriendly and cheerful.
geniality
nThe quality of being friendly and cheerful.
genially
advIn a friendly and cheerful manner.
genie
nA magical spirit, especially one that lives in a lamp or bottle and obeys the person who controls it.
genistein
nA naturally occurring isoflavone compound found in plants, especially in soybeans and other legumes, that has estrogenic and antioxidant properties.
genital
adjRelating to the external and internal organs of reproduction.
genitalia
nThe external and internal organs of the reproductive system.
genitals
plural nounThe external and internal organs of the reproductive system.
genitourinary
adjrelating to the genital and urinary organs or their functions.
genius
nExceptional intellectual or creative power or other natural ability.
genocidal
adjrelating to or involving the deliberate killing of a large number of people from a particular nation or ethnic group with the aim of destroying that nation or group.
genocide
nThe deliberate killing of a large number of people from a particular nation or ethnic group with the aim of destroying that nation or group.
genoese
adjOf or relating to the city of Genoa in Italy, its inhabitants, or their culture.
genome
nThe complete set of genes or genetic material present in a cell or organism.
genomic
adjRelating to the complete set of genes or genetic material present in a cell or organism.
genomics
nThe branch of molecular biology concerned with the structure, function, evolution, and mapping of genomes.