Words that start with V

Vibrant velvety violets vibrating on a violin in Vermont.

Vis forVirus

A virus is a living organism that can only reproduce if it is inside another living thing. Viruses are contagious, and many viruses make you sick. Both plants and animals can catch viruses. The virus in the picture is influenza, or the flu.

Vis forVisible

If something is visible, it is able to be seen. The opposite of visible is invisible. The visible spectrum of light includes all the colors that make up a rainbow.

Vis forVisitor

A visitor is someone who comes to visit someone else's home or land. A visitor who has been invited or welcomed is called a guest.

Vis forVista

A vista is a pretty view, particularly one that looks out along a path framed by trees or buildings.

Vis forVitality

Vitality is a condition where you are in a state of vigorous good health and are happy and exuberant. Someone or something can exude vitality of the mind or body.

Vis forVivarium

A vivarium is a glass box that is used to keep plants or small animals inside. People often keep frogs, snakes or lizards in vivariums.

Vis forVivid

If something is vivid, it is bright and clear. The flowers in the picture are vivid colors.

Vis forVixen

A vixen is a female fox.

Vis forVocal

Vocal describes something that relates to your voice. If someone calls you a vocal person, that means you express your thoughts and emotions freely. Singing is a form of vocalization.