Positive Words That Start With W

List of Positive Words That Start With W

Here is the list of 185 positive words that start with W with definitions and example sentences.

Word	Definition	Example Sentence
Wackily	In a strange or crazy manner.	She danced wackily, amusing everyone at the party.
Wackiness	The state of being wacky.	The wackiness of his ideas made the team laugh.
Wacky	Unconventional or silly.	His wacky sense of humor made everyone laugh.
Wade	To walk through water.	He had to wade through the river to reach the other side.
Waft	To pass gently through the air.	The smell of fresh bread began to waft through the house.
Wag	To move rapidly from side to side, typically of an animal’s tail.	The dog wagged its tail excitedly when it saw its owner.
Wage	To carry on or engage in something, typically a battle or conflict.	The soldiers waged a long and brutal war.
Waggery	Playful or mischievous behavior.	His waggery made everyone around him laugh and smile.
Wagging	Present tense of wag; moving side to side.	The dog’s tail was wagging happily.
Waggish	Funny or playful in a mischievous way.	He gave a waggish smile after telling the joke.
Waggishly	In a waggish manner.	She waggishly teased him after he lost the game.
Waggishness	The quality of being waggish.	His waggishness always lightened the mood in any room.
Wainscoting	Wood paneling on the lower part of the walls of a room.	The elegant wainscoting in the dining room added to the decor.
Waive	To relinquish or give up a right or claim.	He decided to waive his right to an attorney.
Wake	The trail of disturbed water left behind by a boat.	The boat left a large wake behind it as it sped across the lake.
Wakeful	Unable to sleep.	She had a wakeful night, tossing and turning in bed.
Wakefully	In a manner that is alert and awake.	He stayed wakefully at his desk working late into the night.
Wakefulness	The state of being awake or alert.	Her wakefulness was a sign that she was ready for the task ahead.
Walfarism	Advocacy of welfare state policies.	His beliefs were shaped by the ideas of welfarism in modern society.
Walkover	An easy victory.	The game was a walkover for their team, winning by a large margin.
Wallflower	A shy or introverted person who avoids attention.	She was the wallflower at the party, staying on the sidelines.
Wander	To move or travel aimlessly.	He decided to wander the streets and explore the city.
Wandering	Moving or traveling without a specific purpose.	She enjoyed wandering around the park, not caring where she went.
Wanderlust	A strong desire to travel and explore the world.	Her wanderlust took her to remote villages around the world.
Want	A desire or wish for something.	He expressed a want for more time to complete his project.
Wanted	Past tense of want; desired or wished for.	The detective was wanted for his role in solving the case.
Wanton	Reckless or deliberate, often with a sense of indulgence.	His wanton behavior caused problems for everyone involved.
War bride	A woman who marries a soldier during or after a war.	The war bride waited anxiously for her husband to return home.
War dance	A ceremonial or ritualistic dance performed by soldiers or warriors.	The indigenous tribe performed a war dance before battle.
Warble	To sing or whistle in a trilling or quavering manner.	The bird warbled beautifully in the early morning.
Warcry	A loud call made by warriors before battle.	The warcry echoed through the valley.
Warm	Having or giving off heat.	The tea was warm and comforting.
Warm-blooded	Having a body temperature that is constant and regulated.	Humans are warm-blooded animals.
Warm-hearted	Showing kindness and compassion.	She gave a warm-hearted welcome to the guests.
Warm-up	To prepare for an activity by doing light exercises.	The coach asked the team to warm-up before the match.
Warmed	Made warm or heated.	The food was served warm and fresh.
Warmer	A device for keeping something warm.	He placed the dish on the warmer to keep it hot.
Warming	Causing warmth or heat.	The warming rays of the sun felt good on my skin.
Warmly	In a warm or friendly manner.	She greeted him warmly at the door.
Warmth	The state of being warm or the quality of being warm.	The warmth of the fire made us feel cozy.
Warrant	A document authorizing the police to make an arrest or search premises.	The police arrived with a search warrant.
Warrior	A person engaged or experienced in warfare.	The warrior stood tall, ready for battle.
Warthog	A wild pig with tusks and a coarse mane, found in Africa.	The warthog scurried across the savanna.
Wasabi	A pungent green paste, commonly used in Japanese cuisine.	The sushi was served with a dab of wasabi.
Wash	To clean by using water or another liquid.	He washed his hands before dinner.
Wassail	To toast or wish good health to someone, often with a drink.	They sang and gave a merry wassail at the party.
Watch	A small timepiece worn typically on the wrist.	She looked at her watch to check the time.
Watchable	Suitable for viewing or watching.	The movie was highly watchable and engaging.
Watched	Looked at attentively over a period of time.	He watched the sunset from the balcony.
Watches	Small timepieces worn on the wrist.	She collects vintage watches.
Watchful	Alert and paying attention to potential danger or issues.	The guard remained watchful throughout the night.
Watching	Looking attentively at something.	They were watching the movie together.
Water	A clear, colorless, odorless liquid essential for life.	She drank a glass of cold water.
Water Bottle	A container used to hold water.	He carried a water bottle to stay hydrated.
Watertight	Sealed so that water cannot enter or escape.	The watertight container kept the items dry.
Wave	To move the hand or arm back and forth in greeting or farewell.	She waved goodbye as the train left the station.
Waves	Movements of water, typically caused by wind.	The waves crashed against the shore.
Way	A method or manner of doing something.	There is a better way to solve the problem.
Ways	Plural form of way; various methods or manners.	There are many ways to approach the task.
Weak-kneed	Feeling faint or unsure, especially in a stressful situation.	He was weak-kneed after hearing the news.
Wealth	A large amount of money, property, or resources.	The family accumulated great wealth over the years.
Wealth Redistribution	The transfer of wealth from one individual or group to another.	The government is working on wealth redistribution policies.
Well	A deep hole from which water is drawn.	They drew water from the well for the village.
Well-favored	Attractive or well-looking.	She was a well-favored actress.
Well-found	In good condition or well-supplied.	The equipment was well-found for the expedition.
Well-founded	Based on solid reasoning or facts.	His argument was well-founded and convincing.
Well-grounded	Based on solid knowledge or understanding.	The theory is well-grounded in scientific evidence.
Well-heeled	Having a lot of money or wealth.	They are a well-heeled family, living in a luxury home.
Well-informed	Having a lot of knowledge about a particular topic.	The professor was well-informed on the subject.
Well-intentioned	Having good or noble intentions.	He was a well-intentioned man, even if his methods were flawed.
Well-knit	Strongly united or closely connected.	The team was well-knit and worked well together.
Well-known	Famous or widely recognized.	He is a well-known author in the industry.
Well-liked	Having a good reputation and being liked by others.	She is well-liked by her peers.
Well-made	Constructed with good quality and attention to detail.	The furniture was well-made and durable.
Well-managed	Organized and controlled effectively.	The business was well-managed and profitable.
Well-mannered	Having good manners or being polite.	He was well-mannered and always respectful.
Well-meaning	Having good intentions, although the results may vary.	His well-meaning gesture was misunderstood.
Well-off	Having a lot of money or wealth.	They are well-off and live in a luxurious house.
Well-oiled	Operating smoothly, often due to careful preparation.	The company is a well-oiled machine, running efficiently.
Well-paced	Having a rhythm or speed that is appropriate and steady.	The movie was well-paced, keeping the audience engaged.
Well-planned	Carefully thought out in advance to ensure success.	The event was well-planned, and everything ran smoothly.
Well-played	Done skillfully or with great success.	That was a well-played match!
Well-pleased	Feeling pleased or satisfied with something.	She was well-pleased with her exam results.
Well-positioned	In a favorable or advantageous position.	The company is well-positioned to lead the market.
Well-preserved	In good condition, often due to proper care.	The old documents were well-preserved in the archives.
Well-proportioned	Having balanced or harmonious proportions.	The building is well-proportioned, with symmetrical windows.
Well-read	Knowledgeable or well-versed in literature.	He’s a well-read scholar with a love for classic novels.
Well-received	Received with approval or enthusiasm.	The presentation was well-received by the audience.
Well-regarded	Considered to be good or of high quality.	He is well-regarded in the tech industry for his innovation.
Well-rounded	Having a wide range of interests or skills.	She is a well-rounded individual with diverse talents.
Well-run	Managed or organized effectively and efficiently.	The business is well-run and operates smoothly.
Well-spent	Used in a way that is valuable or worthwhile.	The day spent with family was well-spent.
Well-spoken	Having an articulate and pleasant manner of speaking.	He is a well-spoken individual, admired for his eloquence.
Well-suited	Appropriately or ideally matched for a particular purpose or role.	She is well-suited for the leadership role in the company.
Well-timed	Occurring at an ideal or opportune moment.	The well-timed joke lightened the atmosphere.
Well-to-do	Wealthy or affluent.	They come from a well-to-do family in the city.
Well-traveled	Having traveled extensively to various places.	He is a well-traveled man who has been to over 30 countries.
Well-tried	Tested and proven to be effective or reliable.	The well-tried method has always yielded great results.
Well-turned	Having an attractive or skillful style or presentation.	His well-turned speech impressed the audience.
Well-wisher	A person who expresses good wishes or support.	Many well-wishers congratulated her on her promotion.
Well-worn	Having been used or handled a lot, showing signs of wear.	The well-worn path led us to the old cabin.
Well-written	Composed in a clear, effective, and skilled manner.	The book was well-written, capturing the reader’s attention.
Wellness	The state of being in good health, especially as an actively pursued goal.	He focuses on his physical and mental wellness.
Wellspring	A source or origin of something, especially something beneficial.	Her creativity is a true wellspring of inspiration for others.
Welly	A type of waterproof boot.	She wore her wellies to walk in the muddy field.
Whacky	Unconventional or strange in a humorous way.	His whacky sense of humor always gets a laugh.
Whatsoever	At all; in any way.	There is no evidence whatsoever to support his claim.
Wheat	A type of cereal grain, used for making flour.	She baked bread using fresh wheat flour.
Wheatgerm	The part of wheat that is responsible for the plant’s reproduction, often used in food products.	Wheatgerm is often added to cereals for extra nutrients.
Whee	An exclamation of joy or excitement.	Whee! That was the best rollercoaster ride ever!
Wheeze	To breathe with difficulty, often producing a high-pitched sound.	She started to wheeze after running for too long.
Wherewithal	The means or resources needed for a particular purpose.	He lacked the wherewithal to fund his project.
Whet	To sharpen or stimulate, especially one’s appetite or curiosity.	The appetizer whetted our appetite for the main course.
Whim-Wham	An object or activity with no particular value or purpose.	He collects all sorts of odd whim-whams from his travels.
Whimsical	Playfully quaint or unusual in an appealing way.	The whimsical design of the room made it feel magical.
Whimsicality	The quality of being whimsical or unpredictable.	The whimsicality of the character made the story interesting.
Whimsically	In a whimsical or fanciful manner.	She smiled whimsically, lost in her own thoughts.
Whimsy	Playfulness or quaintness, often of an imaginative nature.	The art exhibit was full of delightful whimsy.
Whippersnapper	A young and inexperienced person, often used in a playful or disapproving way.	Don’t be such a whippersnapper; you have a lot to learn.
Whippy	Flexible or light in movement.	The dancer’s whippy movements impressed the audience.
Whisper	To speak very softly or quietly.	He whispered a secret to her.
White	Of the color of milk or fresh snow, due to the reflection of all visible rays of light.	She wore a white dress to the party.
White Christmas	A Christmas season with snow on the ground.	We dreamed of a white Christmas with lots of snow.
White hope	A person or thing that is expected to succeed.	He was the white hope of the team, expected to lead them to victory.
Win	To be successful or victorious in a competition or contest.	They won the championship game.
Windproof	Resistant to the effects of wind.	The jacket is windproof and perfect for cold weather.
Wine	A fermented beverage made from grapes.	They enjoyed a glass of red wine with dinner.
Winged	Having wings or the ability to fly.	The winged creature soared through the sky.
Wink	To close and open one eye quickly, typically as a signal or gesture.	He gave a wink to indicate he was joking.
Winnable	Capable of being won or achieved.	The game was winnable with a strong strategy.
Winner	A person who has won a competition or contest.	The winner of the race received a gold medal.
Winners	People who have achieved success in a competition.	The winners celebrated their victory.
Winning	Achieving success in a competition.	The winning team took home the trophy.
Winnings	The amount of money or prizes gained from a competition or activity.	The winnings from the poker game were substantial.
Wins	The successes achieved in competitions.	Her recent wins in tournaments boosted her confidence.
Winsome	Attractive or charming, often in a sweet or innocent way.	The winsome smile of the child brightened the room.
Wired	Connected or equipped with wiring or electricity.	The house was wired for sound and security systems.
Wisdom	The ability to make sound decisions based on knowledge and experience.	His wisdom guided the team through tough times.
Wise	Having or showing good judgment and experience.	She gave wise advice on handling the situation.
Wisecrack	A witty remark or comment.	He made a wisecrack about the team’s performance.
Wisely	In a manner that shows good judgment.	She wisely decided to take a break after the marathon.
Wish	A desire for something to happen.	I wish for success in the upcoming project.
Wished	To express a desire for something.	He wished for a quick recovery after the surgery.
Wishing	The act of desiring or hoping for something.	She was wishing for a miracle to happen.
Wishlist	A list of things someone desires to have or achieve.	He checked off several items from his birthday wishlist.
Wishy-washy	Indecisive or lacking strength or determination.	His wishy-washy attitude made it hard to make decisions.
Wistful	Longing or yearning for something, often in a melancholic way.	She had a wistful expression as she remembered her childhood home.
Wit	The ability to express oneself in a clever and humorous way.	His sharp wit kept everyone entertained during the dinner.
Withstand	To resist or endure something successfully.	The building could withstand strong winds due to its sturdy construction.
Witticism	A witty remark or joke.	He delivered a quick witticism that made everyone laugh.
Witting	Aware or conscious of something.	She was witting of the challenges ahead.
Witty	Displaying quick and inventive verbal humor.	His witty comments made the conversation lively and fun.
Wiz	A person skilled in a particular area, often used informally.	He’s a wiz at solving complex math problems.
Wizard	A person skilled in magic or sorcery.	The wizard cast a powerful spell to defeat the enemy.
Wizardly	Having the qualities or characteristics of a wizard.	His wizardly demeanor fascinated the children.
Wizardry	The practice of magic or sorcery.	She studied wizardry at the ancient academy.
Wizen	To dry up or wither, often used to describe aging.	The once-lush garden had wizened due to the drought.
Wizened	Shrunken or wrinkled, typically from age or exposure to the elements.	He looked wizened after years of hard work in the fields.
WLTM	Abbreviation for “Would Like To Meet,” often used in personal ads.	He wrote in his profile, WLTM someone who shares his interests.
Woke	Awakened or aware, particularly in terms of social or political consciousness.	The company became woke about environmental issues after the scandal.
Woman	An adult female human.	The woman smiled as she passed by.
Womanhood	The state or quality of being a woman.	She embraced womanhood with confidence and pride.
Womanism	A social theory and movement focused on the issues and struggles of black women.	Womanism emphasizes both racial and gender equality.
Womanly	Having qualities traditionally associated with women.	She exhibited a womanly grace and poise during the performance.
Women	Adult female humans.	The group of women gathered for a discussion on leadership.
Won	Past tense of win, indicating success in a competition.	He won the award for best actor.
Wonder	A feeling of amazement or curiosity.	The beauty of the sunset filled her with wonder.
Wondered	Past tense of wonder, indicating curiosity or doubt.	He wondered what the future would hold for him.
Wonderful	Causing delight or pleasure.	They had a wonderful time at the concert last night.
Wonderfully	In a manner that causes wonder or amazement.	The performance was wonderfully executed, leaving the audience in awe.
Wondering	Feeling curiosity or doubt about something.	She was wondering how her new project would turn out.
Wonderland	A fantastical or dreamlike place.	The children entered a wonderland full of colorful creatures.
Wonderment	A state of awe or admiration.	The child’s eyes were filled with wonderment as she gazed at the stars.
Wonders	Things that cause wonder, amazement, or admiration.	The wonders of nature are breathtaking to witness.
Wonderstruck	Filled with wonder or amazement.	She was wonderstruck by the beauty of the aurora borealis.
Wondrous	Causing wonder or amazement.	The wondrous landscape left everyone speechless.
Wondrously	In a way that causes wonder.	She gazed wondrously at the snow-covered mountains.
Woo	To seek the affection or love of someone.	He tried to woo her with kind gestures and thoughtful gifts.
Woodchuck	A type of groundhog, also known as a whistle pig.	The woodchuck scurried through the garden in search of food.
Word	A single unit of language that has meaning.	She carefully chose her words before speaking.
Word-perfect	Referring to something done exactly or precisely as required.	His performance was word-perfect, delivering the lines flawlessly.
Wordle	A popular word puzzle game where players guess a five-letter word.	She completed the Wordle puzzle in just a few guesses.
Wordly	Having or displaying worldly knowledge or experience.	His wordly mannerisms suggested a lifetime of travel.
Words	The plural of word, referring to units of language.	His words resonated deeply with the audience.
Wordsmith	A person skilled in the art of writing.	The poet was known as a master wordsmith.
Work	To engage in physical or mental effort to achieve a goal.	She had to work late to finish the project on time.

Explore more adjectives that start with W

Nice words that start with W

A few nice words that start with W include Warm, Wanted, WAVY, Wealthy, Welcome, Well, Willing, Winning, and Weighty.

Kind words that start with W

A few kind words that start with W include Wholehearted, Wholesome, Wildflower, Will, Winsome, Wisdom, W i ‘s e, Witty, and Wonderful.

Love words that start with W

A few love words that start with W include Warmth, Warmhearted, Warmly, Willing, Willingness, Wistful, Wistfully, Wistfulness, Wish, Wisher, and Wishing.

Beautiful words that start with W

A few beautiful words that start with W include Weightless, Welcome, Wholesome, Wildflower, Willing, Win, Winsome, Wisdom, and Witty.

Inspirational words that start with W

A few inspirational words that start with W include Win, Wisdom, Wonderful, Warm, Welcome Winsome, Wanderlust, and Wayfarer.

Positive words that start with W to describe a person

A few positive words that start with W to describe a person include:

• Warm
• Worse
• Whole
• White
• Wealthy
• Weary
• Wholesome
• Wondrous