Words starting with V

valence

The degree of positive or negative emotional tone conveyed by language or expression.

validatability

The degree to which a process, material, or system can be formally confirmed or proven to…

valorisation

The process of adding value to a substance or byproduct—often waste—by repurposing or…

variance

A statistical measure representing the degree to which individual data points in a set…

vaudeville

A form of light, entertaining theatrical variety show popular in the early 20th century,…

veneer

A thin, superficial, and often deceptive appearance or layer used to mask or justify…

veracity

The quality of being accurate, truthful, or strictly factual.

verbiage

The specific technical language, jargon, or vocabulary used in a particular subject or…

vertebra

A single segment of the backbone, often used here to describe a skeletal, bony appearance…

viceroy

A person who exercises authority in a foreign territory on behalf of a sovereign ruler or…

vicuña

A wild South American camelid native to the high-altitude Andean regions, known for its…

viewshed

The total geographic area that is visible from a specific observation point, often used…

vigil

A period of keeping awake during the time usually spent asleep, especially to keep watch,…

vilification

The act of speaking about or treating something in a way that portrays it as harmful,…

villainess

A female character depicted as rebellious, bold, or intentionally defiant of traditional…

virility

The demonstration or projection of aggressive strength, assertiveness, and perceived…

virtualization

The process of creating a software-based representation of computing resources, such as…

virtuosity

Great technical skill or ability shown in the performance of an art, such as playing a…

virtuoso

A person who is highly skilled or has exceptional technical mastery in the performance of…

visage

A person's face, specifically referring to their physical appearance or features.

vitiligo

A chronic medical condition that causes loss of skin pigment, resulting in irregular…

vitriol

Cruel, bitter, and highly critical language intended to cause offense or harm.