Words Starting With "Q"

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Quite

Used to show that you are extremely or slightly surprised or impressed.

"Quito" is the English name for the capital of Ecuador, a country in South America. The city's name comes from the indigenous Quechua language, in which "Quito" means "middle of the world," likely due to its location on the equator.-Quito is known for its historic center, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, featuring a blend of colonial and modern architecture, including the Plaza Grande, a grand square in the heart of the city.

Quitrent

Quitrent refers to rent that is paid to preserve a former lord's right to reclaim the land, rather than the rent paid to a current or actual owner of the land.

Quits

To stop or discontinue doing something or to leave a job or place suddenly.

Quittal

Exemption from a contractual or legal obligation, typically without requiring the person to have committed a wrong or offense.

Quittance

Quittance refers to a formal release or discharge from an obligation or debt. It is a document or agreement that acknowledges a debt has been paid or fulfilled, freeing the debtor from any remaining liability. In a broader sense, quittance can also imply a release or discharge of any kind of obligation or responsibility, not just financial ones.

Quittances

Quittances refers to certificates or documents that serve as proof or acknowledgement of a past transaction or payment. They are often used in business or financial settings to validate that a payment has been made or that an agreement has been fulfilled.

Quitted

Stopped or given up a job, activity, or relationship, usually voluntarily.

Quitter

A person who gives up or abandons something, such as a goal or a plan, often in the face of obstacles or difficulties. Example: "She was criticized for being a quitter when she gave up on her blogging project."

Quitters

Noun People who give up easily or fail to continue something that they started. Example: "She's no quitter, she always tries her best in everything she does."

Quitting

The word "quitting" is a verb that means: To stop doing something, especially a job or activity, because you have decided not to continue with it. To give up or abandon something, often because it becomes too difficult or unpleasant. To stop using something, especially a habit or a particular activity. Example sentences: - I'm quitting my job to pursue a new career. - She's quitting smoking to improve her health. - He's quitting playing golf to focus on his studies.

Quittor

A quittor is a perforation of the upper part of the hoof of a horse, typically caused by a groove or slit in the hoof wall. It's a serious condition that can lead to lameness and potentially even loss of the toe or quarter of the hoof.

Quitture

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Quiver

To quiver: to shake or tremble, especially with fear, excitement, or nervousness. Example: Her voice quivered as she spoke of her first day of school. Or, to quiver (something such as a bowstring): to vibrate or shake back and forth, often with a regular, quick motion. Example: The bowstring quivered with tension as the archer drew it back. The word "quiver" can also refer to a container, usually made of several compartments, used for carrying arrows or other small objects, such as a quiver for archers or a quiver on a horse's back.

Quivered

Shaking or vibrating with excitement, fear, or nervous energy.

Quivering

Shaking or trembling, typically slightly or unsteadily, due to fear, cold, or weakness.

Quiveringly

Shaking or trembling with fear, excitement, or other strong emotions. Example: "Her voice was coming out quiveringly as she told the story of her terrifying experience."

Quivers

Verb: to vibrate or tremble, typically with a slight shaking or a sudden, jerky movement. Example: "Her hand quivered with excitement as she held the small bird." Noun: a strong and usually uncontrolled desire or feeling of anxiety or fear. Example: "She felt a shiver run down her spine when she saw the spider."

Quivery

Unsteady or shaky, often due to fear, nervousness, or weakness; trembling or oscillating.

Quixote

The word "quixote" refers to something or someone that is excessively romantic or idealistic, often to the point of being impractical or unrealistic. This concept originates from the title character in Miguel de Cervantes' novel "Don Quixote," a nobleman who becomes enamored with chivalric romances and embarks on a series of adventures that are fueled by his own imagination, often leading to comical misadventures. In modern usage, the term is often used to describe someone who has an overly imaginative or idealistic view of the world, sometimes to the point of being seen as eccentric or confused.

Quixotean

Chivalrously extravagant or impracticably idealistic (often in an amusingly anachronistic way), as if in the manner of Don Quixote, the protagonist of the Spanish novel "Don Quixote" who retroactively sets the standard for chivalry and over-the-top romantic notions.

Quixotic

Impulsively idealistic, unrealistic, or impractical in one's desires or expectations. Surprisingly quirky or unconventional.

Quixotically

Quixotically refers to something that is done in a romantic or idealistic manner, often to an unrealistic or impractical extent, characterized by a flamboyant or chivalrous sense of adventure. It can also be described as eccentric, fanciful, and impulsive. The term is associated with the literary figure Don Quixote, a character known for his fanciful and idealistic notions of chivalry.

Quixotism

Quixotism refers to a spirit of romantic extravagance and chivalry, especially a tendency to engage in impractical or idealistic pursuits, often with a sense of gallantry or nobility. It is derived from the name of the protagonist of the Spanish novel "Don Quixote," Don Quixote, who was known for his exaggerated chivalric ideals.

Quixotry

Quixotry is the quality of being extravagantly chivalrous or romantic in a way that is considered unrealistic or impractical. It refers to a tendency to indulge in fantasies or ideals of chivalry, especially in a showy or elaborate manner. The term is derived from the name of the protagonist in Miguel de Cervantes' novel "Don Quixote", who is known for his eccentric and unrealistic notions of chivalry and knighthood.

Quiz

A quiz is a form of entertainment or education in which a series of questions are asked, and the person asking the questions keeps track of the number of correct and incorrect answers. It is often used to test or assess a person's knowledge on a particular subject.

Quizlet

The word "quizlet" refers to: A free online study site and learning tool that allows users to create and share digital flashcards, tests, and study games. It's commonly used for educational purposes, particularly by students to aid in memorization and test preparation.

Quizmaster

A person who creates and administers quizzes, often in a competitive or game-like context, such as a TV game show.

Quizzed

"The verb 'quizzed' is the past tense of 'quiz', which means to test or question someone or something in a friendly or playful way, often with a competitive element. It can also mean to be questioned or examined in a test or interview." Example sentences: - She quizzed her friend about the final exam. - He got quizzed on his math skills by the teacher. It can also be an adjective to describe something or someone that is skilled in giving or taking quizzes, often in a competitive or informal setting. - They were a quizzed couple who always competed in quiz nights. The word is derived from the name of a popular radio game show called "Information, Please," that was called "Our Boarding House" but when the radio rights came up for its next show or episode, the name was changed to "The $64 Question"

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