GO TO INDEX English Vocabulary Words Start from Letter 'L'
LABYRINTH (adj: LABYRINTHINE): A structure or intricate passage out of which it is difficult to find one's way
(also applied to spiritual and intellectual
complexities) Sentence: * Confused by a labyrinth of intellectual discussions. Synonym: maze
LACHRYMOSE: Causing or given to shedding tears Sentence: * A lachrymose
tragedy.
LACONIC: Saying much in few words. Sentence: * A laconic reply that spoke volumes. Synonyms: Concise, Pithy, Terse, Succinct, Taciturn, Reticent. Antonyms: Verbose, Prolix, Redundant, Diffuse, Tautological, Turgid, Garrulous, Voluble
LARCENY: Theft Sentence: * Indicted for grand larceny.
LATENT: Hidden;
present but not fully developed Sentence: * Latent talent that time will reveal. Synonyms: Dormant, Quiescent, Covert, Potential. Antonyms: Apparent, Patent.
LAVISH: (1) Profuse or generous Sentence: * Lavish in praise. Synonyms: Ample, Superabundant
(2) Given to extravagance Sentence: * A lavish spender. Synonyms: Prodigal, Munificent, Magnanimous. Antonyms: Parsimonious, Niggardly, Frugal, Penurious.
LETHAL: Deadly Sentence: * A lethal weapon. Synonyms: Mortal, Fatal.
LONGEVITY: Prolonged
duration of life. Sentence: * A country remarkable for the longevity of its inhabitants.
LOW: To bellow softly like cattle. Sentence: * The lowing herd in the meadow. Synonym: Moo
LUCID: Clear; transparent; easily understood. Sentence: * A lucid explanation of a difficult text. Synonyms: Pellucid, Perspicuous, Intelligible, limpid,
luminous, translucent. Antonyms: Abstruse, Obscure
LUDICROUS: Ridiculous; producing laughter. Sentence: * A ludicrous remark that set them all to roaring. Synonyms: Mirthful, Droll, Comical, Absurd. Antonyms: Doleful, Lugubrious, Dismal.
LUMINARY: An eminent person; a celestial body. Sentence: * The platform graced
by a number of luminaries.
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