English words starting with M

To change completely in form or nature.

(past tense and past participle of metamorphose) To change completely in form, appearance, or character.

To change in form, structure, or substance, especially by supernatural means.

A complete change of form, structure, or substance, especially by magic or witchcraft.

A single, overarching story or theory that claims to provide a comprehensive explanation of historical events, experiences, or knowledge.

A word or phrase used to describe somebody/something else, in a way that is different from its normal use, in order to show that the two things have the same qualities and to make the description more powerful.

describing something in a way that is not literally true, but helps to explain an idea or make a comparison

describing something by using an image or idea that is not literally applicable, to suggest a comparison.

In a way that uses or relates to metaphor; not literally.

relating to the branch of philosophy that deals with the nature of existence, truth, and knowledge

in a way that relates to metaphysics, the branch of philosophy concerned with the fundamental nature of reality and existence.

A person who specializes in metaphysics, the branch of philosophy concerned with the fundamental nature of reality.

the branch of philosophy that deals with the first principles of things, including abstract concepts such as being, knowing, identity, time, and space.

The transformation of one type of differentiated cell into another type of differentiated cell.

(of a state or system) stable under small disturbances but capable of changing to a more stable state given a sufficiently large perturbation.

The development of secondary malignant growths at a distance from a primary site of cancer.

(of cancer cells) to spread from the original site of a disease to other parts of the body through the blood or lymph system.

relating to or having undergone metastasis, the spread of a disease, especially cancer, from one part of the body to another.

Relating to the metatarsus, the group of bones in the foot between the ankle and the toes.

Referring to or constituting a commentary on a text, especially concerning its structure, genre, or conventions rather than its content.

To distribute or allot something, especially punishment, justice, or reward.

A piece of rock or metal from space that enters the Earth's atmosphere and appears as a bright streak of light.

relating to meteors or meteorites.

A piece of rock or metal from space that has landed on Earth's surface.

Relating to or characteristic of a meteorite.

a small rocky or metallic body moving in the solar system that is smaller than an asteroid

relating to the branch of science concerned with the processes and phenomena of the atmosphere, especially as a means of forecasting the weather.

A scientist who studies the processes and phenomena of the atmosphere, especially for weather forecasting.

The scientific study of the earth's atmosphere and its changes, used especially for forecasting the weather.

a device that measures and records the amount of something used, the distance travelled, or the time elapsed

Having a length of one meter.

Measured or regulated by a meter, especially a device that measures quantity or usage.

The illegal and highly addictive drug methamphetamine.

A powerful synthetic drug used as a painkiller and, more commonly, as a substitute in the treatment of addiction to heroin and other opioids.

A powerful, highly addictive synthetic stimulant drug that affects the central nervous system.

a colorless, odorless flammable gas that is the main constituent of natural gas and is used as a fuel.

a poisonous, flammable, volatile liquid alcohol, used as a solvent, antifreeze, and fuel.

A semisynthetic penicillin antibiotic that is resistant to penicillinase, used chiefly against staphylococcal infections.

A sulphur-containing amino acid that is essential in the diet of vertebrates and is a constituent of many proteins.

A particular way of doing something, especially a systematic or established one.

Done according to a systematic or established procedure; orderly and careful.

In a very careful and organized way, following a planned system.

A member of a Protestant Christian denomination that originated in the 18th-century evangelistic movement led by John and Charles Wesley.

Relating to the system of methods and principles used in a particular discipline or activity.

In a way that relates to the system of methods and principles used in a particular discipline or field of activity.

A system of methods and principles used in a particular discipline or field of activity.

A drug that interferes with cell growth and is used to treat cancer and severe psoriasis and rheumatoid arthritis.

The univalent alkyl radical CH3, derived from methane.

The chemical group or radical CH₂, derived from methane by removal of two hydrogen atoms.

A highly toxic organic compound of mercury, formed as a pollutant in water and accumulating in the tissues of fish and other animals.

A synthetic drug that acts as a mild stimulant on the central nervous system, used chiefly in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy.

showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise.

in a way that shows great attention to detail; very carefully and precisely.

the quality or state of being very careful and paying great attention to detail

A profession, trade, or occupation, especially one that a person is particularly suited to or skilled in.

A word or phrase used in metonymy.

Relating to or characterized by metonymy; using the name of one thing to refer to another thing closely associated with it.

Relating to or using metonymy; where a word or phrase is used to represent something else that it is closely associated with.

In a way that uses or relates to metonymy; by substituting the name of one thing for the name of something else that it is closely associated with.

A figure of speech in which the name of one thing is used to refer to something else with which it is closely associated.

The basic unit of length in the International System of Units (SI), equal to 100 centimetres or approximately 39.37 inches.

Relating to or based on the meter as a unit of length, or the metric system of measurement.

Relating to or composed in poetic meter.

In a way that relates to or uses the metric system of measurement.

A set of figures or statistics that measure results.

An underground railway system in a city.

A major city and its surrounding suburbs and smaller towns, considered as a single economic and social unit.

The scientific study of measurement.

A synthetic drug used to treat infections caused by anaerobic bacteria and protozoa.

A device that makes a regular, repeated sound to help a musician play music at the correct speed.

having a very regular rhythm or pattern, like the sound of a metronome.

A very large metropolitan area, especially one that is a continuous complex of cities and suburbs.

A large, important city, especially the capital or chief city of a country or region.

The main city of a country or region, especially a very large and busy one.

Relating to or characteristic of a large, busy city, especially the capital or chief city of a country or region.

(of a man) spending a lot of time and money on his appearance and lifestyle, typically in a way associated with homosexual stereotypes but not homosexual.

Extending across or covering an entire metropolitan area.

A person's ability to cope well with difficulties or to face a demanding situation in a spirited and resilient way.

Full of spirit and courage; lively and determined.

(of a cat or some birds) to make a characteristic high-pitched crying sound.

The act of making a high-pitched crying sound like that of a cat.

To cry weakly, like a baby; to whimper or whine feebly.

Relating to Mexico, its people, or their culture.

Relating to or denoting people of mixed Mexican and American origin or heritage.

made or done in a way that is characteristic of Mexico or its culture

a woman or girl of mexican origin or descent.

a mexican man or boy.

A small parchment inscribed with biblical passages, placed in a case and affixed to the doorpost of a Jewish home as a sign of faith.

a low story between two main stories in a building, typically between the ground and first floors.

a female singer with a voice pitched between soprano and contralto.

a female singing voice with a range between soprano and contralto.

A method of engraving a metal plate by roughening the entire surface to create a dark background and then smoothing parts to produce lighter tones.

an unpleasant or unhealthy smell or vapor

relating to or filled with a noxious or poisonous atmosphere, especially one arising from decaying organic matter.

A microphone.

a mineral that easily splits into thin, shiny, flexible layers, used as an electrical insulator.

A microcomputer or microprocessor.

A company with a very small market capitalization, typically below a specific threshold (e.g., $300 million).

Relating to or concerned with a small-scale, detailed, or individual perspective.

Relating to or concerned with the small-scale power dynamics, personal relationships, and local interests within a group or organization, as opposed to larger, formal structures or policies.

A set of microscopic spots of biological material (such as DNA, proteins, or tissue) arranged in a regular pattern on a solid surface, used for high-throughput analysis.

A very small living thing, especially one that causes disease, that can only be seen with a microscope.

Relating to or caused by microbes (microorganisms).

Relating to the branch of biology that deals with microorganisms.

a scientist who studies microscopic organisms such as bacteria, viruses, and fungi.

The scientific study of very small living things, such as bacteria, viruses, and fungi.

A very small robot, typically one that is microscopic or nanoscopic in size.

A beer produced in small quantities by a small, independent brewery.

A small-scale brewery that produces limited quantities of beer, often emphasizing quality and traditional methods.

A small bus, typically one used as a passenger vehicle or for light transport.

A very small audio cassette, smaller than a standard compact cassette, used especially in portable dictation machines and early personal audio players.

Having a very small cell structure; characterized by or consisting of tiny cells.

a medical condition in which a person's head and brain are significantly smaller than normal for their age and sex, often leading to developmental issues.

a very small piece of silicon or similar material used in electronic equipment, containing a set of electronic parts and their connections.

the climate of a very small or restricted area, especially when this differs from the climate of the surrounding area.

A low-level set of instructions that controls the operations of a computer's central processing unit (CPU).

A small computer that contains a microprocessor as its central processing unit.

A small computer on a single integrated circuit, containing a processor, memory, and programmable input/output peripherals, used for controlling devices.

a small place, society, or situation that has the same characteristics as something much larger

relating to or resembling a microcosm; representing something on a very small scale.