Alphabetical word directory
English words starting with L
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low-carbon
adjInvolving or producing only a small amount of carbon dioxide and other gases that cause the greenhouse effect.
low-caste
adjBelonging to or characteristic of a social group considered to be of the lowest rank within a caste system.
low-ceilinged
adjhaving a low ceiling or ceilings
low-cholesterol
adjContaining or using only a small amount of cholesterol.
low-class
adjrelating to or characteristic of the lower social classes
low-cost
adjcosting less than usual or less than average
low-country
adjRelating to or characteristic of the low-lying coastal region of the Netherlands, Belgium, and northern France, especially in terms of its culture, history, or geography.
low-cut
adj(of a piece of clothing) cut low so as to leave the neck and the top part of the chest exposed.
low-density
adjHaving a relatively low amount of mass per unit of volume.
low-dose
adjrelating to or involving a small amount of a substance, especially a drug or radiation
low-down
adjDescribing someone or something as dishonest, unfair, or contemptible.
low-e
adj(of a glass coating or glazing) having a microscopically thin, transparent metallic or metallic oxide layer that reflects infrared radiation, thereby reducing heat transfer while allowing light to pass through.
low-elevation
adjrelating to or situated at a height that is not far above sea level or the surrounding ground level.
low-emission
adjdesigned to release or producing only a small amount of pollutants, especially greenhouse gases, into the atmosphere
low-end
adjRelating to or being the least expensive or sophisticated version of a product or service.
low-energy
adjHaving or showing little energy, enthusiasm, or activity; lethargic.
low-fare
adjrelating to or offering tickets, especially for travel, at a low price
low-fat
adjContaining only a small amount of fat.
low-fiber
adjContaining little or no dietary fiber.
low-flow
adjrelating to or characterized by a low rate of flow, especially of water or air
low-flying
adjflying at a low altitude, especially close to the ground
low-frequency
adjHappening or appearing only rarely or occasionally.
low-friction
adjInvolving or characterized by little resistance or difficulty in movement or interaction.
low-gi
adj(of a food) causing a relatively slow and small rise in blood sugar levels after being eaten.
low-grade
adjOf poor or inferior quality.
low-gravity
adjHaving a weaker gravitational force than that of Earth.
low-growing
adj(of a plant) growing to a short height or close to the ground.
low-growth
adjdescribing a state or period characterized by a slow or minimal increase in size, number, or economic value
low-hanging
adjEasy to achieve, obtain, or deal with, especially as the first or most obvious step.
low-heeled
adj(of a shoe) having a low heel or heels.
low-impact
adjcausing only a small amount of stress, damage, or change
low-income
adjrelating to or earning a small amount of money
low-intensity
adjInvolving or using only a small amount of energy, force, or effort; not intense.
low-interest
adj(of a loan, savings account, etc.) having or charging a relatively small percentage of the principal as payment for its use.
low-key
adjNot elaborate, showy, or intensive; modest or restrained.
low-keyed
adjNot elaborate, showy, or intensive; restrained or subdued in character.
low-level
adjrelating to or being at a basic or introductory stage, rank, or degree
low-life
nA person who is considered to be dishonest, immoral, or of low social status.
low-light
adjrelating to or suitable for conditions where there is very little light
low-load
adjDesigned for or operating under a small or reduced amount of weight, stress, or demand.
low-lying
adj(of land) at a level not far above sea level
low-maintenance
adjrequiring little work or effort to keep in good condition.
low-margin
adjRelating to or characterized by a small difference between the cost of producing or buying something and the price it is sold for, resulting in low profit per unit.
low-mass
adjHaving relatively little mass; used especially to describe stars, planets, or other astronomical objects that are less massive than typical examples.
low-mileage
adjHaving been driven relatively few miles; used of a vehicle.
low-molecular-weight
adj(of a substance) having a relatively low molecular weight, typically referring to compounds with a simple structure and small size.
low-noise
adjdesigned to produce or characterized by a minimal amount of unwanted sound
low-order
adjOf or relating to the least significant or least complex part of something, especially in mathematics or computing.
low-oxygen
adjcontaining or characterized by a low level of oxygen
low-paid
adjReceiving or characterized by low wages.
low-paying
adjProviding or earning a low wage or salary.
low-performing
adjachieving or performing at a level that is below average or expectation
low-pitched
adj(of a sound) deep or low in tone
low-post
nThe area on a basketball court close to the basket, especially near the free-throw lane or the baseline
low-power
adjUsing or consuming a relatively small amount of electrical power or energy.
low-powered
adjhaving relatively little power, energy, or force
low-pressure
adjinvolving or using little effort or force; relaxed
low-price
adjcosting a small amount of money; inexpensive.
low-priced
adjcosting less than usual or less than other things of the same kind
low-priority
adjconsidered less important than other tasks or issues and therefore dealt with or done after them
low-probability
adjHaving a very small chance of happening or being true.
low-productivity
adjDescribing a state, process, or entity that yields a relatively small amount of output in relation to the resources (such as time, labor, or capital) invested.
low-profile
adjnot attracting public attention; deliberately keeping a low level of visibility or importance
low-quality
adjof a poor or inferior standard
low-ranking
adjhaving a low position or status in an organization, group, or system
low-rate
adjhaving a low rate or level, especially of interest, payment, or occurrence
low-rated
adjHaving received a low score, grade, or evaluation; considered to be of poor quality or standard.
low-relief
nA type of sculpture or carving where the figures project only slightly from the background surface.
low-rent
adjOf or relating to property that is available for rent at a low cost.
low-resolution
adjHaving or displaying a limited amount of detail, especially in a digital image or display, because it is composed of a relatively small number of pixels.
low-revenue
adjgenerating or relating to a small amount of income from sales or business activities
low-rider
na customized car, typically an older american model, that has been modified so that its body is very close to the ground.
low-riding
adj(of a vehicle, especially a car) having its body or chassis lowered close to the ground.
low-rise
adj(of a building) having only a few stories and no elevator
low-risk
adjinvolving or exposed to only a small possibility of loss, damage, or failure
low-scoring
adjHaving a low score or number of points.
low-skilled
adj(of a worker or job) requiring or having little training or specialized ability
low-slung
adj(of a building, piece of furniture, or vehicle) having a low, long, and wide appearance
low-speed
adjDesigned to operate or functioning at a slow rate of speed.
low-stakes
adjInvolving very little risk, loss, or negative consequences if unsuccessful.
low-status
adjhaving or associated with a low social or economic rank
low-stress
adjcausing or involving little anxiety, worry, or pressure
low-sugar
adjContaining only a small amount of sugar.
low-tax
adjinvolving or characterized by a low rate of taxation.
low-tech
adjusing simple or old-fashioned methods or technology, rather than modern or advanced ones.
low-temperature
adjrelating to or involving a low temperature or temperatures
low-tide
nthe time when the sea is at its lowest level
low-to-moderate
adjbeing at or describing a level, amount, or degree that is between low and moderate
low-value
adjHaving little monetary or material worth
low-vision
adjrelating to or designed for people with significantly reduced eyesight that cannot be fully corrected by glasses or contact lenses.
low-voltage
adjOperating on, using, or involving a relatively low electrical voltage.
low-volume
adjinvolving or producing a small amount of something, especially goods or sound
low-wage
adjRelating to or earning a low rate of pay.
low-water
adjrelating to or occurring at the lowest level of water, especially in a tidal river or sea
low-wattage
adjUsing or having a low amount of electrical power; of low intensity or power.
low-yield
adjproducing a small amount of a desired product, especially crops or nuclear weapons
low-yielding
adjproducing only a small amount of a crop, product, or financial return
lowbred
adj(of a person) having or showing a lack of good manners or education; vulgar or coarse.
lowbrow
adjrelating to or intended for people who are not interested in serious art, literature, or ideas; not intellectual or cultured.
lowdown
nThe true facts or relevant information about something, especially when these are not widely known or are secretive.
lower
vto move something down or make it less high
lower-body
nThe part of the human body below the waist, typically including the hips, buttocks, legs, and feet.
lower-class
adjrelating to or characteristic of the social class with the lowest status, typically having the least wealth and education
lower-cost
adjcosting less money; less expensive
lower-court
na court whose decisions can be reviewed by a higher court
lower-density
adjHaving less mass per unit volume; less dense.
lower-elevation
adjRelating to or situated at a lesser height above a given level, especially compared to surrounding areas.
lower-end
adjrelating to or being the cheaper or less sophisticated part of a range of products or services
lower-energy
adjHaving less energy or a reduced capacity for activity.
lower-fat
adjContaining less fat than a standard or previous version.
lower-grade
adjOf a lower quality or standard.
lower-income
adjrelating to or earning a relatively small amount of money
lower-level
adjrelating to or being at a less advanced or less important stage or position
lower-middle
adjRelating to or characteristic of the group in society that is above the working class but below the upper-middle class, especially in terms of income, occupation, or social status.
lower-middle-class
adjRelating to or characteristic of the social group between the working class and the upper-middle class, typically consisting of people such as office workers, managers, and small business owners.
lower-order
adjRelating to or being of a less advanced, complex, or important kind or level.
lower-paid
adjReceiving less money for work done compared to others.
lower-paying
adjProviding or involving less money as wages or salary.
lower-price
adjcosting less money; less expensive
lower-priced
adjcosting less money than other items of the same kind