words

British  

/ wɜːdz /

plural noun

1. the text of a part of an actor, etc

2. the text or lyrics of a song, as opposed to the music

3. angry speech (esp in the phrase have words with someone )

4. to retract a statement

5. indescribably; extremely

   the play was too funny for words

6. to be incapable of describing

7. expressing the same idea but differently

8. explicitly or precisely

9. not talkative

10. talkative

11. to express in speech or writing as well as thought

12. to give a brief speech

13. to say exactly what someone else was about to say

14. I am too happy, sad, amazed, etc, to express my thoughts

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Example Sentences

In other words, an artist who won all of the above.

From BBC

"Well, it's going to be a big challenge. Those are big words, to be honest. You know, I just want it to be one at a time," he said.

From Barron's

"You are a legend. I really don't have the words to describe, my love, gratitude for your generosity and kindness," she writes.

From BBC

While his words were meant to convey spiritual meaning, they have taken on new significance centuries later.

From Science Daily

The last words of Good, to one of those federal agents: “I’m not mad at you.”

From Los Angeles Times