Nouns that start with A

Noun

Definition + Plural Form(s)

Example Sentence

Alpaca

A South American animal related to the Ilama with long, silky wool

PLURAL: alpacas

Compared to wool fibers, the fibers from an alpaca have a higher tensile strength.

Altitude

The height above the Earth’s surface or sea level

PLURAL: altitudes

We’re flying at an altitude of 40,000 feet.

Amateur

Someone new to a particular skill or sports

PLURAL: amateurs

Jerry is an amateur who dances only out of inclination.

Ambiance

The atmosphere or feeling of a place

PLURAL: ambiances

The restaurant’s ambiance is peaceful and unhurried.

Ambition

A strong urge to achieve something

PLURAL: ambitions

Ambition without intelligence is like a bird without wings.

Anchor

A weight dropped into the water to stop the movement of a boat

PLURAL: anchors

A section of rope was used to secure the anchor.

Ancient

A very old person or someone who lived in times long past

PLURAL: ancients

The adventurer finally completed his quest to reach the tomb of the ancients.

Anecdote

A short, entertaining story

PLURAL: anecdotes

We are able to solve this puzzle because of a strange anecdote from his life.

Anger

A strong feeling of displeasure

PLURAL: angers

He couldn’t hide his anger with us.

Antidote

Something that works against an unwanted situation to make it better

PLURAL: antidotes

The reviving antidote you require could be found in the news from friends.

Ability

A special talent or skill

PLURAL: abilities

I have the ability to levitate things.

Absence

A lack of something, or a situation where something or someone isn’t present

PLURAL: absences

Her father would notice her absence.

Acceptance

Agreeing to receive something

PLURAL: acceptances

A few hours ago, she was just notified of her acceptance to the university.

Accommodation

Something that fulfills a particular need, like a hotel room for a traveler

PLURAL: accommodations

Local accommodations can be found either on campus or in close vicinity.

Acquaintance

Someone, you know casually but not as well as a friend

PLURAL: acquaintances

By the end of the conference, I had made several new acquaintances.

Address

The physical location of something

PLURAL: addresses

We’re checking with the post office for a change of address.

Admirer

Some who regards someone or something with amazement

PLURAL: admirers

I am a great admirer of your work.

Adolescence

The period of time between puberty and adulthood

PLURAL: adolescents

That song makes me think back to my adolescence so much.

Adventure

An exciting experience that usually involves risks

PLURAL: adventures

I’m up to a little adventure.

Aerial

A radio antenna, especially one suspended in the air

PLURAL: aerials

Drone aerial scans were utilized to evaluate the security of sending troops into the region.

Affect

A feeling or emotion, especially when manifested through body language

PLURAL: affects

After the best man’s speech, the emotional affect on the groom was clearly observable.

Agreement

Coming to a mutual decision or arrangement

PLURAL: agreements

When the others nodded in agreement, I was taken aback and strengthened to continue.

Aisle

A passageway between different sections

PLURAL: aisles

The altar is accessible from the spacious center aisle of the lovely cathedral.

Allure

The power to attract or entice

PLURAL: allures

Smoky eye makeup done right can give you an exotic allure and a dramatic look.

Average

Typical or common

PLURAL: averages

In New South Wales, the rainfall reaches a yearly average of 64 in.