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Positive verbs
Eight from every letter, common words first. The letter links carry the rest.
571 positive verbs178 shown hereEvery one is on its letter page.
A verbs
37To exist in plentiful and welcome amounts.
Example for Abound, a positive verb starting with A
Wildflowers abound beside the trail after the spring rain.
The full entry for AboundTo receive, recognize, or make room for something willingly.
Example for Accept, a positive verb starting with A
The group agreed to accept new evidence and revise the plan.
The full entry for AcceptTo adjust helpfully for someone's needs or circumstances.
Example for Accommodate, a positive verb starting with A
The venue can accommodate guests who need step-free seating.
The full entry for AccommodateTo complete something through effort or skill.
Example for Accomplish, a positive verb starting with A
The crew hopes to accomplish the repairs before the first frost.
The full entry for AccomplishTo reach a desired result through effort or skill.
Example for Achieve, a positive verb starting with A
With steady practice, Lina can achieve the qualifying time.
The full entry for AchieveTo recognize the truth, value, or contribution of something.
Example for Acknowledge, a positive verb starting with A
The director paused to acknowledge the volunteers who stayed late.
The full entry for AcknowledgeTo make something ready and able to work.
Example for Activate, a positive verb starting with A
Pressing the green switch will activate the backup pump.
The full entry for ActivateTo adjust successfully to new needs or conditions.
Example for Adapt, a positive verb starting with A
Native plants adapt well to the region's dry summers.
The full entry for Adapt
37 A verbs in totalSee every word starting with A
B verbs
31To give active support to a person, plan, or cause.
Example for Back, a positive verb starting with B
Local shops agreed to back the youth music program.
The full entry for BackTo enjoy warmth, approval, or a pleasant experience.
Example for Bask, a positive verb starting with B
The cast paused to bask in the audience's warm applause.
The full entry for BaskTo smile with clear happiness or pride.
Example for Beam, a positive verb starting with B
His grandparents beamed when he read the final line aloud.
The full entry for BeamTo make a place or object more beautiful.
Example for Beautify, a positive verb starting with B
Neighbors planted window boxes to beautify the shared courtyard.
The full entry for BeautifyTo impress and delight through brilliance, beauty, or skill.
Example for Bedazzle, a positive verb starting with B
The dancers bedazzle audiences with precise and joyful footwork.
The full entry for BedazzleTo become a caring and supportive friend to someone.
Example for Befriend, a positive verb starting with B
Maya chose to befriend the new child during lunch.
The full entry for BefriendTo trust that someone, something, or a possibility is true.
Example for Believe, a positive verb starting with B
Good mentors believe their students can continue to grow.
The full entry for BelieveTo feel accepted as a valued part of a place or group.
Example for Belong, a positive verb starting with B
Every child deserves to belong in the classroom community.
The full entry for Belong
31 B verbs in totalSee every word starting with B
C verbs
30To hold someone's attention through great interest or charm.
Example for Captivate, a positive verb starting with C
The storyteller can captivate even the youngest listeners.
The full entry for CaptivateTo give thoughtful attention to a person, need, or outcome.
Example for Care, a positive verb starting with C
Good editors care about what the reader will understand.
The full entry for CareTo touch someone or something gently and affectionately.
Example for Caress, a positive verb starting with C
She paused to caress the old dog's silver muzzle.
The full entry for CaressTo recognize a happy event, effort, or achievement with appreciation.
Example for Celebrate, a positive verb starting with C
The class will celebrate every student who completes the reading challenge.
The full entry for CelebrateTo give joy, hope, or encouragement to someone.
Example for Cheer, a positive verb starting with C
A visit from her teammates helped cheer the recovering runner.
The full entry for CheerTo value and care for someone or something deeply.
Example for Cherish, a positive verb starting with C
They cherish the letters their grandmother saved.
The full entry for CherishTo make an idea, statement, or situation easier to understand.
Example for Clarify, a positive verb starting with C
One diagram can clarify how rainwater reaches the storage tank.
The full entry for ClarifyTo make something clean, fresh, or free from harmful material.
Example for Cleanse, a positive verb starting with C
Spring rain helped cleanse the dust from every garden leaf.
The full entry for Cleanse
30 C verbs in totalSee every word starting with C
D verbs
51To move rhythmically, often to express joy or follow music.
Example for Dance, a positive verb starting with D
Families began to dance when the band played the first tune.
The full entry for DanceTo face uncertainty with enough courage to act.
Example for Dare, a positive verb starting with D
Young reporters dare to question assumptions that others overlook.
The full entry for DareTo impress or delight someone greatly.
Example for Dazzle, a positive verb starting with D
The young acrobats dazzle the audience with skill and timing.
The full entry for DazzleTo review an experience so people can learn from it.
Example for Debrief, a positive verb starting with D
The rescue crew will debrief after every training exercise.
The full entry for DebriefTo find and remove errors from a system or plan.
Example for Debug, a positive verb starting with D
The volunteers debug the booking form before registration opens.
The full entry for DebugTo work out the meaning of something difficult or encoded.
Example for Decipher, a positive verb starting with D
Mina helped decipher the faded note without guessing at missing words.
The full entry for DecipherTo remove unneeded things and create useful order.
Example for Declutter, a positive verb starting with D
We will declutter the storeroom before donating the spare equipment.
The full entry for DeclutterTo convert a message or pattern into understandable information.
Example for Decode, a positive verb starting with D
The analyst could decode the signal despite heavy interference.
The full entry for Decode
51 D verbs in totalSee all 51 D verbs
E verbs
40To make pain, effort, or difficulty less severe.
Example for Ease, a positive verb starting with E
A clear checklist can ease the pressure of a complicated move.
The full entry for EaseTo reduce waste and use money or resources carefully.
Example for Economize, a positive verb starting with E
The theater will economize by repairing costumes between productions.
The full entry for EconomizeTo improve someone's knowledge, judgment, or character.
Example for Edify, a positive verb starting with E
The curator hoped the exhibition would edify every visitor.
The full entry for EdifyTo help someone gain knowledge, skill, or understanding.
Example for Educate, a positive verb starting with E
The exhibit aims to educate visitors about local wetlands.
The full entry for EducateTo raise the quality, position, or spirit of something.
Example for Elevate, a positive verb starting with E
Specific praise can elevate a useful contribution without exaggerating it.
The full entry for ElevateTo free someone from unjust control or restriction.
Example for Emancipate, a positive verb starting with E
The reform helped emancipate workers from exploitative contracts.
The full entry for EmancipateTo give someone courage and confidence to act.
Example for Embolden, a positive verb starting with E
The early success may embolden more residents to volunteer.
The full entry for EmboldenTo accept, support, or welcome someone or something willingly.
Example for Embrace, a positive verb starting with E
The school chose to embrace a more inclusive admissions policy.
The full entry for Embrace
40 E verbs in totalSee all 40 E verbs
F verbs
20To make a process or action easier to complete.
Example for Facilitate, a positive verb starting with F
Clear signs facilitate movement through the busy station.
The full entry for FacilitateTo verify claims against reliable evidence and sources.
Example for Fact-check, a positive verb starting with F
Editors fact-check every quotation before the magazine goes to print.
The full entry for Fact-checkTo attract and hold someone's strong interest.
Example for Fascinate, a positive verb starting with F
The fossils fascinate visitors of every age.
The full entry for FascinateTo decorate something with attractive hanging arrangements.
Example for Festoon, a positive verb starting with F
Residents festoon the square with ribbons and paper stars.
The full entry for FestoonTo honor someone with warm public celebration.
Example for Fete, a positive verb starting with F
The town will fete its retiring doctor on Saturday.
The full entry for FeteTo make small adjustments that improve performance.
Example for Fine-tune, a positive verb starting with F
The choir will fine-tune its timing before the concert.
The full entry for Fine-tuneTo grow, develop, or succeed in a healthy way.
Example for Flourish, a positive verb starting with F
Young trees flourish when they receive enough light and water.
The full entry for FlourishTo move smoothly, steadily, and without obstruction.
Example for Flow, a positive verb starting with F
Conversation began to flow once everyone had introduced themselves.
The full entry for Flow
20 F verbs in totalSee every word starting with F
G verbs
31To obtain, develop, or increase something useful.
Example for Gain, a positive verb starting with G
With practice, the class began to gain confidence in public speaking.
The full entry for GainTo gain or collect something valued through effort.
Example for Garner, a positive verb starting with G
The proposal began to garner support across the district.
The full entry for GarnerTo enhance food with an attractive finishing touch.
Example for Garnish, a positive verb starting with G
Fresh herbs garnish each bowl with color and fragrance.
The full entry for GarnishTo bring people together for a shared purpose.
Example for Gather, a positive verb starting with G
Neighbors gather each Friday to cook for the shelter.
The full entry for GatherTo begin growing or developing from a seed or idea.
Example for Germinate, a positive verb starting with G
The seeds should germinate within two weeks.
The full entry for GerminateTo laugh lightly in a happy or playful way.
Example for Giggle, a positive verb starting with G
The silly puppet made the toddlers giggle.
The full entry for GiggleTo offer or provide something to another person.
Example for Give, a positive verb starting with G
The volunteers give two hours each week to the reading program.
The full entry for GiveTo make someone feel pleased or joyful.
Example for Gladden, a positive verb starting with G
The first spring flowers gladden everyone who passes.
The full entry for Gladden
31 G verbs in totalSee every word starting with G
H verbs
16To praise or acclaim someone with enthusiasm.
Example for Hail, a positive verb starting with H
Critics hailed the young conductor for her vivid interpretation.
The full entry for HailTo make something by hand with care and skill.
Example for Handcraft, a positive verb starting with H
Local artists handcraft every tile for the restored fountain.
The full entry for HandcraftTo bring parts into agreement or combine them pleasingly.
Example for Harmonize, a positive verb starting with H
The singers learned to harmonize on the final refrain.
The full entry for HarmonizeTo recover health or help damage become whole again.
Example for Heal, a positive verb starting with H
Time, care, and honest conversation can help a friendship heal.
The full entry for HealTo give someone courage, confidence, or hope.
Example for Hearten, a positive verb starting with H
The early results will hearten everyone who supported the project.
The full entry for HeartenTo pay careful attention to useful advice or warnings.
Example for Heed, a positive verb starting with H
Wise climbers heed the ranger's guidance before entering the canyon.
The full entry for HeedTo increase the strength of a useful quality or pleasant experience.
Example for Heighten, a positive verb starting with H
Soft lighting can heighten the warmth of the small room.
The full entry for HeightenTo make a task easier or improve a person's situation.
Example for Help, a positive verb starting with H
Clear signs help visitors find the clinic without stress.
The full entry for Help
16 H verbs in totalSee every word starting with H
I verbs
24To spark enthusiasm, curiosity, or constructive action.
Example for Ignite, a positive verb starting with I
Her opening question helped ignite a lively exchange of ideas.
The full entry for IgniteTo provide light, clarity, or deeper understanding.
Example for Illuminate, a positive verb starting with I
The restored windows illuminate the hall throughout the morning.
The full entry for IlluminateTo form a new idea, possibility, or mental picture.
Example for Imagine, a positive verb starting with I
Together, the students imagined a safer route to school.
The full entry for ImagineTo protect someone against a particular infectious disease.
Example for Immunize, a positive verb starting with I
The mobile clinic will immunize children in remote villages.
The full entry for ImmunizeTo share knowledge, wisdom, or another valuable quality.
Example for Impart, a positive verb starting with I
The retired engineer returned each week to impart practical skills.
The full entry for ImpartTo earn admiration through skill, quality, or character.
Example for Impress, a positive verb starting with I
The apprentice hoped to impress the judges with careful workmanship.
The full entry for ImpressTo make or become better in quality, condition, or usefulness.
Example for Improve, a positive verb starting with I
The editor changed the opening to improve clarity.
The full entry for ImproveTo create or adapt a workable solution with what is available.
Example for Improvise, a positive verb starting with I
The crew had to improvise a safe cover until the new part arrived.
The full entry for Improvise
24 I verbs in totalSee every word starting with I
To make something livelier, brighter, or more interesting.
Example for Jazz, a positive verb starting with J
Fresh herbs can jazz up a simple bowl of rice.
The full entry for JazzTo connect, participate, or become part of a group.
Example for Join, a positive verb starting with J
New residents are welcome to join the Saturday cleanup.
The full entry for JoinTo make cheerful or to celebrate in a merry way.
Example for Jollify, a positive verb starting with J
Fresh flowers will jollify the community room before lunch.
The full entry for JollifyTo make cheerful, convivial, or full of good humor.
Example for Jovialize, a positive verb starting with J
The musicians jovialized the gathering with familiar folk songs.
The full entry for JovializeTo express great joy or celebrate with gladness.
Example for Jubilate, a positive verb starting with J
Supporters jubilated when the final scholarship was fully funded.
The full entry for JubilateTo rejoice openly or celebrate in a joyful way.
Example for Jubilize, a positive verb starting with J
Families jubilized together after the safe rescue was announced.
The full entry for JubilizeTo manage several demands skillfully at the same time.
Example for Juggle, a positive verb starting with J
She can juggle teaching and research without neglecting her students.
The full entry for JuggleTo give something the energy or help needed to begin quickly.
Example for Jump-start, a positive verb starting with J
The small grant will jump-start repairs at the community hall.
The full entry for Jump-start
To preserve, protect, or continue something valuable.
Example for Keep, a positive verb starting with K
Careful storage will keep the seeds healthy until spring.
The full entry for KeepTo give something the energy or help needed to begin.
Example for Kick-start, a positive verb starting with K
The new equipment will kick-start the youth training program.
The full entry for Kick-startTo grant someone an honored rank for distinguished service.
Example for Knight, a positive verb starting with K
The monarch will knight the scientist for her public service.
The full entry for KnightTo feel or express extraordinary pride and delight.
Example for Kvell, a positive verb starting with K
Parents will kvell when the young orchestra takes its bow.
The full entry for Kvell
L verbs
24To secure or achieve something that was actively sought.
Example for Land, a positive verb starting with L
Priya worked steadily to land the apprenticeship she wanted.
The full entry for LandTo design and improve outdoor land for beauty or use.
Example for Landscape, a positive verb starting with L
Volunteers will landscape the courtyard with shade trees and herbs.
The full entry for LandscapeTo express happiness or amusement with a natural sound or smile.
Example for Laugh, a positive verb starting with L
Everyone began to laugh when the puppy proudly carried in the broom.
The full entry for LaughTo begin a new effort, project, or activity.
Example for Launch, a positive verb starting with L
The library will launch a free reading club for local families.
The full entry for LaunchTo guide people or work toward a result.
Example for Lead, a positive verb starting with L
She will lead the review and make sure every concern is recorded.
The full entry for LeadTo advance quickly by surpassing an earlier stage or obstacle.
Example for Leapfrog, a positive verb starting with L
The new network could leapfrog years of unreliable service.
The full entry for LeapfrogTo gain knowledge, skill, or understanding.
Example for Learn, a positive verb starting with L
Teams learn faster when mistakes can be discussed safely.
The full entry for LearnTo give something for temporary use or offer help and support.
Example for Lend, a positive verb starting with L
Neighbors lend tools to anyone working in the shared garden.
The full entry for Lend
24 L verbs in totalSee every word starting with L
M verbs
23To make a good quality, effect, or detail more noticeable.
Example for Magnify, a positive verb starting with M
Shared credit can magnify the value of a team achievement.
The full entry for MagnifyTo keep something in a good, useful, or steady condition.
Example for Maintain, a positive verb starting with M
Regular checks help maintain the bridge in safe condition.
The full entry for MaintainTo handle a task, responsibility, or difficulty successfully.
Example for Manage, a positive verb starting with M
With a clear schedule, the small team can manage the transition.
The full entry for ManageTo show a quality or feeling clearly through actions or results.
Example for Manifest, a positive verb starting with M
Her care for the neighborhood manifested in years of patient service.
The full entry for ManifestTo feel delighted wonder or admiration.
Example for Marvel, a positive verb starting with M
Visitors marvel at the detail in the hand-carved doors.
The full entry for MarvelTo gain complete skill or control through learning and practice.
Example for Master, a positive verb starting with M
After months of practice, Jo began to master the difficult rhythm.
The full entry for MasterTo plan and direct a complex project with great skill.
Example for Mastermind, a positive verb starting with M
A local architect masterminded the station's careful restoration.
The full entry for MastermindTo make the greatest useful amount or effect possible.
Example for Maximize, a positive verb starting with M
The new layout will maximize daylight in every classroom.
The full entry for Maximize
23 M verbs in totalSee every word starting with M
N verbs
12To find a successful path through a place, process, or difficulty.
Example for Navigate, a positive verb starting with N
A patient adviser helped the family navigate the application process.
The full entry for NavigateTo make something tidy, orderly, or easier to use.
Example for Neaten, a positive verb starting with N
A few labeled boxes will neaten the busy supply room.
The full entry for NeatenTo discuss differences in order to reach a workable agreement.
Example for Negotiate, a positive verb starting with N
The neighbors met to negotiate fair use of the shared driveway.
The full entry for NegotiateTo settle into a warm, safe, or comfortable position.
Example for Nestle, a positive verb starting with N
The rescued kitten nestled into the soft blanket.
The full entry for NestleTo build useful and supportive professional or social connections.
Example for Network, a positive verb starting with N
Local founders network each month to share practical advice.
The full entry for NetworkTo put someone forward for an honor or role.
Example for Nominate, a positive verb starting with N
Residents can nominate a volunteer who strengthened the neighborhood.
The full entry for NominateTo become aware of and give attention to someone or something.
Example for Notice, a positive verb starting with N
Good mentors notice quiet progress as well as major achievements.
The full entry for NoticeTo support healthy growth with food, care, knowledge, or encouragement.
Example for Nourish, a positive verb starting with N
Libraries nourish curiosity by making knowledge easier to reach.
The full entry for Nourish
12 N verbs in totalSee every word starting with N
O verbs
38To watch or notice something carefully.
Example for Observe, a positive verb starting with O
The trainees observe each demonstration before trying the technique.
The full entry for ObserveTo gain or secure something through effort or request.
Example for Obtain, a positive verb starting with O
The clinic helped each family obtain clean drinking water.
The full entry for ObtainTo remove a need, difficulty, or possible problem.
Example for Obviate, a positive verb starting with O
A covered walkway will obviate the need for rain delays.
The full entry for ObviateTo present help, an idea, or an opportunity for someone to accept.
Example for Offer, a positive verb starting with O
The community center will offer free evening classes.
The full entry for OfferTo make something as effective or useful as possible.
Example for Optimize, a positive verb starting with O
The technician adjusted the controls to optimize energy use.
The full entry for OptimizeTo coordinate many parts into a coherent result.
Example for Orchestrate, a positive verb starting with O
Mina helped orchestrate a smooth move into the renovated library.
The full entry for OrchestrateTo arrange people or things into a clear, useful structure.
Example for Organize, a positive verb starting with O
Volunteers will organize the donated books by reading level.
The full entry for OrganizeTo create or begin something new.
Example for Originate, a positive verb starting with O
The idea originated with students who used the garden every day.
The full entry for Originate
38 O verbs in totalSee every word starting with O
P verbs
15To calm anger, conflict, or distress.
Example for Pacify, a positive verb starting with P
A familiar song helped pacify the anxious child.
The full entry for PacifyTo forgive an offense or release someone from blame.
Example for Pardon, a positive verb starting with P
She chose to pardon the honest mistake after hearing the explanation.
The full entry for PardonTo continue despite delay, difficulty, or discouragement.
Example for Persevere, a positive verb starting with P
The team chose to persevere after the first prototype failed.
The full entry for PersevereTo decide thoughtfully how something will be done.
Example for Plan, a positive verb starting with P
The students plan each experiment before gathering materials.
The full entry for PlanTo take part in an enjoyable activity or game.
Example for Play, a positive verb starting with P
Families play music together in the park each Friday.
The full entry for PlayTo give someone enjoyment, satisfaction, or comfort.
Example for Please, a positive verb starting with P
The colorful reading corner will please young visitors.
The full entry for PleaseTo express approval or admiration for a quality, effort, or achievement.
Example for Praise, a positive verb starting with P
The teacher chose to praise the careful reasoning, not just the correct answer.
The full entry for PraiseTo protect something valuable from loss, damage, or decay.
Example for Preserve, a positive verb starting with P
The new roof will preserve the historic murals.
The full entry for Preserve
15 P verbs in totalSee every word starting with P
To drink deeply and with hearty enjoyment.
Example for Quaff, a positive verb starting with Q
Festival guests quaffed cool cider beneath the flowering apple trees.
The full entry for QuaffTo meet the required standard for a role, award, or opportunity.
Example for Qualify, a positive verb starting with Q
Four young swimmers qualify for the regional final.
The full entry for QualifyTo satisfy thirst or relieve a pressing need.
Example for Quench, a positive verb starting with Q
Cold spring water quenched the hikers' thirst at midday.
The full entry for QuenchTo make something faster, livelier, or more active.
Example for Quicken, a positive verb starting with Q
The first warm days quicken growth in the garden.
The full entry for QuickenTo make or become calmer or less noisy.
Example for Quieten, a positive verb starting with Q
A soft melody helped quieten the restless audience.
The full entry for Quieten
R verbs
90To recover strength or unite people around a purpose.
Example for Rally, a positive verb starting with R
The volunteers rally whenever a neighbor needs urgent help.
The full entry for RallyTo state or show again that a commitment remains strong.
Example for Reaffirm, a positive verb starting with R
The council voted to reaffirm its promise to protect the park.
The full entry for ReaffirmTo understand clearly or make a hope or plan become real.
Example for Realize, a positive verb starting with R
The grant helped the students realize their idea for a science club.
The full entry for RealizeTo think carefully and reach a conclusion through evidence.
Example for Reason, a positive verb starting with R
The students reason from the test results before changing the design.
The full entry for ReasonTo reduce worry by giving comfort or credible confidence.
Example for Reassure, a positive verb starting with R
The clear test results reassured families that the water was safe.
The full entry for ReassureTo restore a healthy or effective balance.
Example for Rebalance, a positive verb starting with R
The revised rota will rebalance weekend duties across the team.
The full entry for RebalanceTo recover strength or success after a setback.
Example for Rebound, a positive verb starting with R
The shop began to rebound after the road reopened.
The full entry for ReboundTo build again or restore strength after damage.
Example for Rebuild, a positive verb starting with R
Residents worked together to rebuild the storm-damaged pier.
The full entry for Rebuild
90 R verbs in totalSee all 90 R verbs
S verbs
22To protect something valuable from harm or loss.
Example for Safeguard, a positive verb starting with S
Clear backups safeguard years of careful research.
The full entry for SafeguardTo meet a need, hope, or standard.
Example for Satisfy, a positive verb starting with S
The new ramp should satisfy both safety and access requirements.
The full entry for SatisfyTo enjoy and appreciate something fully and deliberately.
Example for Savor, a positive verb starting with S
They paused to savor the quiet moment together.
The full entry for SavorTo help, support, or provide something useful to others.
Example for Serve, a positive verb starting with S
The new clinic will serve five remote communities.
The full entry for ServeTo protect someone or something from danger or hardship.
Example for Shelter, a positive verb starting with S
The hall can shelter families during severe weather.
The full entry for ShelterTo give light or perform with impressive ability.
Example for Shine, a positive verb starting with S
The young actors shine when given room to improvise.
The full entry for ShineTo make something clearer, easier, or less complicated.
Example for Simplify, a positive verb starting with S
Color labels simplify the routine for new volunteers.
The full entry for SimplifyTo form an expression that often shows warmth, pleasure, or welcome.
Example for Smile, a positive verb starting with S
The conductor smiled when the difficult passage finally came together.
The full entry for Smile
22 S verbs in totalSee every word starting with S
T verbs
16To help someone gain knowledge, judgment, or skill.
Example for Teach, a positive verb starting with T
The demonstration will teach visitors how to test the water safely.
The full entry for TeachTo care for someone or something attentively.
Example for Tend, a positive verb starting with T
Neighbors tended the garden while its owner recovered.
The full entry for TendTo express gratitude or appreciation.
Example for Thank, a positive verb starting with T
We thanked the volunteers for their patient work.
The full entry for ThankTo fill someone with excitement and delight.
Example for Thrill, a positive verb starting with T
The surprise visit will thrill the children.
The full entry for ThrillTo grow strongly, develop well, or prosper.
Example for Thrive, a positive verb starting with T
Children thrive when they feel safe enough to ask questions.
The full entry for ThriveTo amuse or delight someone in a lighthearted way.
Example for Tickle, a positive verb starting with T
The silly rhyme will tickle younger readers.
The full entry for TickleTo celebrate someone or something by raising a drink.
Example for Toast, a positive verb starting with T
The guests toasted the couple's happy future.
The full entry for ToastTo create a new path or method for others to follow.
Example for Trailblaze, a positive verb starting with T
The researchers trailblaze affordable ways to store clean energy.
The full entry for Trailblaze
16 T verbs in totalSee every word starting with T
U verbs
14To relieve someone of worry, responsibility, or weight.
Example for Unburden, a positive verb starting with U
A frank conversation helped unburden him before the hearing.
The full entry for UnburdenTo grasp meaning and respond with informed sympathy.
Example for Understand, a positive verb starting with U
Patient questions helped the mediator understand both families' concerns.
The full entry for UnderstandTo bring people or parts together into harmony.
Example for Unify, a positive verb starting with U
A shared garden can unify neighbors across several generations.
The full entry for UnifyTo join people around a shared purpose or effort.
Example for Unite, a positive verb starting with U
The annual cleanup will unite residents from every neighborhood.
The full entry for UniteTo resolve confusion or separate a difficult knot.
Example for Untangle, a positive verb starting with U
A clear timeline helped investigators untangle the conflicting accounts.
The full entry for UntangleTo relax and release tension after effort or worry.
Example for Unwind, a positive verb starting with U
The musicians unwind after rehearsals with tea in the courtyard.
The full entry for UnwindTo turn discarded material into something of greater use or value.
Example for Upcycle, a positive verb starting with U
The class will upcycle old banners into durable book bags.
The full entry for UpcycleTo improve something by replacing or adding better features.
Example for Upgrade, a positive verb starting with U
The clinic will upgrade its backup power before winter.
The full entry for Upgrade
14 U verbs in totalSee every word starting with U
V verbs
11To confirm that something is sound or recognize that a feeling is real.
Example for Validate, a positive verb starting with V
The follow-up test will validate the safer design.
The full entry for ValidateTo recognize or increase the worth of something.
Example for Valorize, a positive verb starting with V
The exhibition will valorize crafts long dismissed as ordinary.
The full entry for ValorizeTo recognize the worth or importance of someone or something.
Example for Value, a positive verb starting with V
Strong teams value careful questions as much as quick answers.
The full entry for ValueTo overcome a serious obstacle or difficulty completely.
Example for Vanquish, a positive verb starting with V
Careful treatment helped her finally vanquish the persistent infection.
The full entry for VanquishTo regard someone or something with deep respect.
Example for Venerate, a positive verb starting with V
The community continues to venerate those who protected the forest.
The full entry for VenerateTo check and confirm that something is true or accurate.
Example for Verify, a positive verb starting with V
Please verify the address before sending the medical supplies.
The full entry for VerifyTo clear from blame or prove to be right.
Example for Vindicate, a positive verb starting with V
New photographs may vindicate the driver accused of carelessness.
The full entry for VindicateTo express confidence in someone's character or ability.
Example for Vouch, a positive verb starting with V
Two former clients can vouch for the builder's careful work.
The full entry for Vouch
11 V verbs in totalSee every word starting with V
To receive someone gladly or accept something with approval.
Example for Welcome, a positive verb starting with W
Residents welcomed the new clinic and its extended hours.
The full entry for WelcomeTo achieve success in a contest or secure a desired result.
Example for Win, a positive verb starting with W
The campaign hopes to win safer crossings for the neighborhood.
The full entry for WinTo resist difficulty or pressure without giving way.
Example for Withstand, a positive verb starting with W
The reinforced homes can withstand stronger storms and protect families.
The full entry for Withstand
To feel a strong and sincere desire for something valued.
Example for Yearn, a positive verb starting with Y
Many young readers yearn to see their own lives represented in books.
The full entry for YearnTo produce a useful result, harvest, or return.
Example for Yield, a positive verb starting with Y
The careful interviews yielded several practical improvements.
The full entry for YieldTo sing by rapidly changing between a natural and a high voice.
Example for Yodel, a positive verb starting with Y
The folk singer began to yodel, and the audience joined in.
The full entry for YodelTo make or become more youthful in character.
Example for Youthen, a positive verb starting with Y
Daily walks seemed to youthen his outlook and energy.
The full entry for Youthen
To improve something with a small adjustment or finishing touch.
Example for Zhuzh, a positive verb starting with Z
A bright cushion can zhuzh the reading corner without much cost.
The full entry for ZhuzhTo move quickly and energetically.
Example for Zoom, a positive verb starting with Z
The repaired scooter can zoom smoothly up the hill.
The full entry for Zoom