Words Starting with “S”

Drained of energy or effectiveness; completely exhausted or fatigued.

Having the form of a sphere or ball; shaped like a globe.

Present participle of spill; causing or allowing liquid to flow over the edge of its container, typically unintentionally.

A variant spelling of spinet, an obsolete small keyboard instrument of the harpsichord family, having a single keyboard and strings placed diagonally.

A curve which emanates from a central point, getting progressively farther away as it revolves around the point.

(Past tense and past participle of 'spiral') Moved or caused to move in a continuous curve that winds around a central point or axis, either outwards or inwards.

Showing or caused by malice; eager to hurt, annoy, or offend someone.

In a magnificent, impressive, or excellent manner.

A judgment or verdict in a contest, competition, or debate where the panel of judges is not unanimous, with a majority favoring one side and a minority favoring the other.

Having the character or behavior of a person, especially a child, who has been treated with excessive indulgence and lacks discipline.

The formation of spores, or the process of releasing spores, especially as a means of reproduction or survival under unfavorable environmental conditions in bacteria, fungi, and protozoans.

Ran or moved at a very high speed for a short distance, typically as part of a race or to reach a destination quickly.

Short, fast races or periods of intense physical or mental activity.

A humorous, playful term for a potato, often used in culinary contexts or space-themed jokes.

Past tense and past participle of 'spin' (to draw out and twist fibers into thread or yarn).

A commissioned officer rank in the Royal Air Force and many other air forces, ranking above a flight lieutenant and below a wing commander, equivalent to a major in the army.

A commissioned officer rank in the Royal Air Force and several other air forces, ranking above flight lieutenant and below wing commander, typically commanding a squadron.

To make a long, high-pitched cry or noise.