Dictionary of 4-Letter Words: Words You Should Know
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01 – abet [v.] -- to help or encourage or support sb to do sth wrong or illegal
02 – ably [adv.] -- skillfully, successfully and well: [synonym: competently]
03 – abut [v.] -- (of an area of land or a building) to be next to sth or to have a common boundary with the side of sth [synonym: adjoin]
04 -- ache [v.] -- (a). to feel continuous pain in a part of your body [synonym: hurt] | (b). to have a strong desire for sb/sth or to do sth | (d). to be very sad or distressed || (n.) a continuous feeling of pain in a part of your body
05 -- achy [adj.] -- affected by an uninterrupted pain that is small in degree
06 – acme [n.] -- the highest point or stage of development, achievement or the most excellent example of sth [synonyms: peak, summit, zenith]
07 – acne [n.] -- a skin condition that is characterized by many pimples on the face and neck
08 – acre [n.] -- a unit for measuring an area of land which is equal to 4840 square yards (4050 square meters)
09 – aged [adj.] -- (a). [not before noun] of the specified age | (b). very old; grown old [synonym: matured] || [n.] (the aged) very old people
10 – agog [adj.] -- [not before noun] showing extreme excitement, curiosity and interest to find out sth [synonym: eager]
11 – ahoy [excl.] -- a word used by people in boats to attract attention from a distance
12 – aide [n.] -- a person who helps or assists an important person, especially a politician or a leader, in their job [synonym: assistant]
13 – airy [adj.] -- (a). with plenty of fresh air because of being spacious and open to the air [synonyms: breezy; well-ventilated] | (b). high in the air | (d). of air [synonym: atmospheric] | (d). showing no worry about sth or not treating sth as serious | (e). not serious or practical
14 – ajar [adj.] -- [not before noun] (of a door or other opening) partly or slightly open: almost shut
15 – akin [adj.] -- (a). having some of the same essential qualities [synonym: similar] | (b). related by blood
16 – alas [exc.] -- used to show sadness, grief, regret or pity
17 – also [adv.] -- (not used with negative verbs) in addition; as well; [synonyms: furthermore, too]
18 – alum [n.] -- a chemical substance containing aluminum used to change the color of something
19 -- amid (prep.] -- (a). in the middle or course of something | (b). surrounded by sth.
20 – amok [adv.] -- without self-control
21 – anew [adv.] -- (a). again but in a new or different and more positive way | (b). once more [synonym: again]
22 – anon [adv.] -- soon or shortly
23 – ante [n.] -- a sum of money paid by a player in poker before receiving cards
24 – ante [v.] -- to put a sum of money in poker before receiving cards
25 – anti [prep.] -- opposed to; against || [adj.] – opposed || [n.] -- a person who opposes a particular activity, idea, or policy, etc.
26 – apex [n.] -- the top or highest part or point of sth: most important or successful part of something [synonyms: peak, summit]
27 – aqua [n.] -- (a). water | (b). a light bluish-green color [synonym: aquamarine]
28 – Arab [n.] -- (a). a person born or living in Arabia | (b). a horse of a breed from Arabia
29 – arms [n.] -- weapons, especially as used by the defense forces [synonym: weaponry]
30 – atom [n.] -- the smallest part of a chemical element that can exist [synonym: particle]
31 – atop [prep.] -- on the top of || [adv.] -- on the top
32 – aura [n.] -- the distinct and noticeable quality or feeling that seems to surround a person or place or come from somebody or something
33 – aver [v.] -- to state firmly that sth is certainly true [synonyms: assert, avow]
34 – avid [adj.] -- [usually before noun] having or showing extreme interest, eagerness or enthusiasm about sth, often a hobby [synonym: keen]
35 – avow [v.] -- to publicly express your opinion about sth in a firm way [synonym: affirm]
36 – awry [adj.] -- away from the usual or intended course [synonym: amiss] | out of the normal position [synonym: askew] || [adv.] -- In a position that is not normal and turned toward one side
About the author
Manik Joshi was born on January 26, 1979, at Ranikhet, a picturesque town in the Kumaon region of the Indian state of Uttarakhand. He is a permanent resident of the Sheeshmahal area of Kathgodam located in the city of Haldwani in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand in India. He completed his schooling in four different schools. He is a science graduate in the ZBC -- zoology, botany, and chemistry -- subjects. He is also an MBA with a specialization in marketing. Additionally, he holds diplomas in “computer applications”, “multimedia and web-designing”, and “computer hardware and networking”. During his schooldays, he wanted to enter the field of medical science; however, after graduation, he shifted his focus to the field of management. After obtaining his MBA, he enrolled in a computer education center; he became so fascinated with working on the computer that he decided to develop his career in this field. Over the following years, he worked at some computer-related full-time jobs. Following that, he became interested in Internet Marketing, particularly in domaining (business of buying and selling domain names), web design (creating websites), and various other online jobs. However, later he shifted his focus solely to self-publishing. Manik is a nature-lover. He has always been fascinated by overcast skies. He is passionate about traveling and enjoys solo travel most of the time rather than traveling in groups. He is actually quite a loner who prefers to do his own thing. He likes to listen to music, particularly when he is working on the computer. Reading and writing are definitely his favorite pastimes, but he has no interest in sports. Manik has always dreamt of a prosperous life and prefers to live a life of luxury. He has a keen interest in politics because he believes it is politics that decides everything else. He feels a sense of gratification sharing his experiences and knowledge with the outside world. However, he is an introvert by nature and thus gives prominence to only a few people in his personal life. He is not a spiritual man, yet he actively seeks knowledge about the metaphysical world; he is particularly interested in learning about life beyond death. In addition to writing academic/informational text and fictional content, he also maintains a personal diary. He has always had a desire to stand out from the crowd. He does not believe in treading the beaten path and avoids copying someone else’s path to success. Two things he always refrains from are smoking and drinking; he is a teetotaler and very health-conscious. He usually wakes up before the sun rises. He starts his morning with meditation and exercise. Fitness is an integral and indispensable part of his life. He gets energized by solving complex problems. He loves himself the way he is and he loves the way he looks. He doesn’t believe in following fashion trends. He dresses according to what suits him and what he is comfortable in. He believes in taking calculated risks. His philosophy is to expect the best but prepare for the worst. According to him, you can’t succeed if you are unwilling to fail. For Manik, life is about learning from mistakes and figuring out how to move forward.
