Vocabulary Words Starting With U

Present, appearing, or found everywhere.

Existing beyond what is openly admitted or stated, especially a hidden motive.

A feeling of offense or resentment, usually at something perceived as an insult.

Agreed on by absolutely everyone involved, with no one dissenting.

Not held back or controlled; expressed with total freedom, often referring to strong emotion.

Strange or mysterious in a way that is hard to explain, often causing slight unease.

Uncouth behavior is crude and unpolished, showing a clear lack of proper social training.

Excessively smooth, flattering, and insincere in a way that feels oily or slick.

To experience or go through something, especially a difficult or important process.

Forming the hidden basis or true cause of something, even if it isn't immediately obvious.

To gradually weaken or damage something, often secretly or indirectly.

To commit to and begin a task, especially one that requires significant effort.

To move with a smooth, wave-like rising and falling motion.

Completely clear and leaving no room for doubt or more than one interpretation.

Something unfettered operates with complete freedom, unbound by any rule, chain, or limitation.

Not based on facts or evidence; having no solid reason behind it.

Different from what is usual or traditionally accepted.

Never having happened or existed before, with no earlier example for comparison.

To investigate or undo something complicated until it becomes clear, or to fall apart.

Difficult to control or discipline; disorderly and resistant to rules.

Lacking moral principles and willing to act dishonestly for personal gain.

Not able to be defended, maintained, or justified against criticism.

Not justified or deserved; done without a good enough reason.

An unwitting participant plays a role in something without realizing it or intending to.

To criticize or scold someone sharply for something they did wrong.

A sudden, dramatic change or disruption that affects a whole system or society.

To support or maintain a law, decision, or principle, keeping it in force.

An urbane person carries themselves with graceful confidence and charm, especially in refined social settings.

To seize power, a position, or a right without legal authority or permission.

Usury is the act of charging excessive interest on a loan, exploiting the borrower's need for money.

The greatest or highest possible degree of something.