Explore this spelling list: 20 English Words from Greek Mythology. This word list provides interactive resources to boost your spelling skills. Click on Learn, Games, Test, Print, or Write to explore all the available spelling tools.
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atlas |
An atlas is a collection of maps in book form.
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chaos |
Chaos is a state of extreme confusion and disorder.
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chronological |
Chronological means relating to or arranged according to temporal order.
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echo |
An echo is the repetition of a sound resulting from reflection of the sound waves.
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halcyon |
Halcyon mean idyllically calm and peaceful.
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hypnosis |
Hypnosis is a state that resembles sleep but that is induced by suggestion.
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iridescent |
Iridescent means varying in colour when seen in different lights or from different angles.
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laconic |
Laconic means brief and to the point.
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lethargy |
Lethargy is a state of comatose torpor.
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lycanthrope |
A lycanthrope is a monster able to change appearance from human to wolf and back again.
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mentor |
A mentor is a wise and trusted guide and advisor.
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morphine |
Morphine is an alkaloid narcotic drug extracted from opium.
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mnemonic |
A mnemonic is a device (such as a rhyme or acronym) used to aid recall.
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muse |
A muse is the source of an artist's inspiration.
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narcissism |
Narcissism is an exceptional interest in and admiration for yourself.
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nemesis |
A nemesis is something that causes misery or death.
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panic |
Panic is an overwhelming feeling of fear and anxiety.
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tantalise
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Tantalise means torment or tease someone with something that is unobtainable.
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typhoon |
A typhoon is a tropical cyclone occurring in the western Pacific or Indian oceans.
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zeal |
Zeal is a feeling of strong eagerness .
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Bouncing Baubles
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Spelling Snowball
Winter spelling fun!
Egg Hunt
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Word Search, small
The classic English word game.
Against the Clock
Spelling 'against the clock'.
Mayan Temple
Try the temple spelling puzzle.
Monkey Business
It's bananas!
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