Here are some verbs starting with the letter A, along with their definitions and examples:
- Abate – to reduce or lessen something
Example: “The storm began to abate, and the sun came out.” - Abandon – to leave or give up something or someone
Example: “She abandoned her car and walked home.” - Abduct – to take someone away by force or deceit
Example: “The child was abducted from the park.” - Abhor – to strongly dislike or detest something
Example: “I abhor violence and hate.” - Abide – to accept or tolerate something
Example: “She abided by the rules.” - Abolish – to officially end or get rid of something
Example: “The government abolished the tax.” - Abscond – to secretly leave or hide
Example: “He absconded with the money.” - Absorb – to take in or soak up something
Example: “The sponge absorbed the water.” - Abstain – to choose not to do something
Example: “I abstained from voting.” - Abundate – to give or supply something in large amounts
Example: “The garden abundated with fresh vegetables.” - Abuse – to use or treat something wrongly or badly
Example: “He abused his power and was fired.” - Accelerate – to make something go faster
Example: “She accelerated the car.” - Accept – to receive or agree to something
Example: “I accept your invitation.” - Accommodate – to provide something or make room for someone
Example: “The hotel accommodated our special request.” - Accuse – to say someone has done something wrong
Example: “He accused her of lying.” - Achieve – to successfully complete or accomplish something
Example: “She achieved her goal.” - Acquire – to get or obtain something
Example: “He acquired a new skill.” - Act – to do something or perform
Example: “She acted in the play.” - Activate – to make something start working or functioning
Example: “I activated the alarm.” - Adapt – to change or adjust something to fit a new situation
Example: “She adapted the recipe to suit her diet.”