English words starting with V

a type of ancient indian stringed musical instrument, considered the precursor to many indian lutes and zithers.

a sauce for salads made from oil, vinegar, and other ingredients

A drug obtained from the Madagascar periwinkle plant, used in the treatment of leukemia and other cancers.

to clear someone of blame or suspicion.

Cleared of blame or suspicion; shown to be right or justified.

The act of clearing someone of blame or suspicion.

A person or thing that clears someone of blame or suspicion.

having or showing a strong or unreasoning desire for revenge.

The quality or state of having a strong or unreasoning desire for revenge.

A climbing plant that produces grapes.

Covered with or overgrown by vines.

(of a fruit, especially a tomato) allowed to ripen fully on the plant before being picked.

A sour-tasting liquid containing acetic acid, obtained by fermenting dilute alcoholic liquids, and used as a condiment or for pickling.

Soaked in, flavored with, or containing vinegar.

having a sharp, sour taste or smell like vinegar

A piece of land where grapevines are grown for wine production.

A species of grapevine (Vitis vinifera) native to the Mediterranean region, Central Europe, and southwestern Asia, from which most wines and table grapes are produced.

Wine, especially Italian, Spanish, or other Mediterranean wine.

the year or place in which a wine, especially a wine of high quality, was produced.

designed in a style that is reminiscent of or pays homage to the fashion, design, or character of a past era, especially one considered classic or of high quality.

having the classic, high-quality, or characteristic appearance of something from the past, especially from a period regarded as the best of its kind.

A person who makes wine; a winemaker.

A type of strong plastic that can be bent easily, often used for making records, clothing, floor coverings, etc.

Covered with or having a surface layer of vinyl.

A stringed musical instrument of the Renaissance and Baroque periods, typically with six strings and frets, played with a bow and held upright on or between the knees; a precursor to the modern violin family.

a stringed musical instrument of the violin family, slightly larger than a violin and tuned a fifth lower.

to break or fail to comply with a rule, law, or formal agreement.

Broke or failed to comply with a rule, law, or formal agreement.

The act of breaking or failing to comply with a rule, law, or formal agreement.

constituting or relating to a violation; involving the act of breaking or disregarding a law, rule, or agreement

a person or thing that violates a law, rule, agreement, etc.

behaviour involving physical force intended to hurt, damage, or kill someone or something.

Having a tendency or disposition to behave violently or to be involved in violence.

Connected with or involving violence.

Involving or caused by physical force that is intended to hurt or kill someone.

In a way that involves physical force intended to hurt, damage, or kill someone or something.

A small plant with purple or white flowers that have a sweet smell

Of a color intermediate between violet and blue.

a musical instrument with strings, played with a bow, that is held under the chin.

A person who plays the violin.

A person who plays the viola.

a person of great importance or influence, especially one given special treatment or access.

A venomous snake with large fangs, typically having a thick body and a zigzag pattern on its back.

a domineering, violent, or bad-tempered woman.

relating to or caused by a virus

Any of various small, insectivorous, typically greenish songbirds of the family Vireonidae, found in the Americas.

Relating to or characteristic of the Roman poet Virgil or his works.

A person who has never had sexual intercourse.

Relating to, characteristic of, or suitable for a virgin; pure, innocent, or untouched.

Of or relating to the U.S. state of Virginia.

The state of never having had sexual intercourse.

Having or characterized by strength, energy, and a strong sex drive, typically considered masculine.

The quality of having strength, energy, and a strong sex drive, traditionally associated with men.

Of or relating to the custom of a married couple living with or near the husband's family or tribe.

A scientist who studies viruses and the diseases they cause.

The scientific study of viruses and the diseases they cause.

A love of or taste for fine objects of art

Almost or nearly as described, but not completely or according to strict definition.

A computer-generated simulation of a three-dimensional environment that can be interacted with in a seemingly real or physical way by a person using special electronic equipment, such as a helmet with a screen inside or gloves fitted with sensors.

The state of being virtual, especially in a computing context.

in a way that is almost true or almost the case; nearly.

Behaviour showing high moral standards; goodness.

displaying or characterized by exceptional technical skill in music or another artistic pursuit.

great technical skill in music, art, or another activity

A person who is extremely skilled at doing something, especially playing a musical instrument or performing.

having or showing high moral standards.

in a way that shows high moral standards; righteously.

The severity or harmfulness of a disease or poison.

(of a disease or poison) extremely severe or harmful in its effects

In an extremely bitter, hostile, or harmful manner.

A very small living thing that causes disease and can only reproduce inside the cells of a living host.

in relation to; compared with

An official mark or document in a passport that allows the holder to enter, leave, or stay in a particular country for a specified period.

A person's face, or the expression on their face.

The large internal organs in the main cavities of the body, especially those in the abdomen, e.g. the intestines.

Relating to deep inward feelings rather than the intellect.

In a way that relates to deep inward feelings rather than to the intellect.

thick and sticky and not flowing easily

Having both viscous and elastic properties, as some polymers or gels do.

a type of artificial silk made from cellulose

The state or condition of being thick, sticky, and semifluid in consistency, due to internal friction.

A British nobleman ranking above a baron and below an earl.

(of a liquid) thick and sticky; not flowing easily

A tool with two jaws that can be tightened, usually by a screw, to hold an object firmly in place while work is done on it.

Resembling or characteristic of a vise; having a strong, firm, or unyielding grip or quality.

The condition or fact of being able to see or be seen.

able to be seen

The part of the electromagnetic spectrum that can be perceived by the human eye, typically with wavelengths between about 380 and 750 nanometers.

In a way that can be seen; noticeably.

The ability to see; eyesight.

Having or showing clear ideas about what should happen or be done in the future

to go to see a person or place for a period of time

capable of being visited; suitable or accessible for visitors.

An official or formal visit, especially one for the purpose of inspection.

(of a person) temporarily staying in a place or with a person for a short time.

a person who visits a person or place

A stiff piece of projecting material at the front of a cap or helmet, used to shade the eyes.

Fitted with or wearing a visor.

a beautiful view, especially one seen through a long, narrow opening such as between rows of trees or buildings.

Relating to seeing or sight.

Relating to or involving the processing of visual information about the location, shape, and relationships of objects in space.

To form a mental image of something; to imagine.

The quality or state of being visual; relating to or using sight.

The act or process of forming a mental picture of something, or the representation of data in a visual form such as a chart or diagram.

To form a mental image of something; to imagine.

To form a mental image of something; to imagine.

In a way that relates to seeing or sight.

The visual elements of something, such as images, graphics, or video footage, especially when used in media, presentations, or art.

Relating to or involving the visual perception of the spatial relationships of objects.

a brief biographical sketch, especially of a person's career and professional qualifications.

Absolutely necessary or important; essential for life.

The theory that the origin and phenomena of life are dependent on a force or principle distinct from purely chemical or physical forces.

the state of being strong and active; energy

To give life, energy, or vitality to something; to make more lively or vigorous.

In a way that is absolutely necessary or essential; crucially.

any of a group of natural substances that are necessary in small amounts for the growth and good health of the body

containing a large amount of vitamins

to destroy or reduce the effectiveness or quality of something; to make something faulty or imperfect.

The cultivation or culture of grapes, especially for wine-making.

a medical condition in which areas of the skin lose their pigment, appearing as white patches.