magnet noun An object, usually metal, that attracts iron and certain other materials through a magnetic field. He used a magnet to pick up the scattered paperclips from the floor. + majestic adjective Having impressive beauty, dignity, or grandeur. The majestic mountains rose sharply against the clear morning sky. + mammal noun A warm-blooded animal that has hair or fur, breathes air, and feeds its young with milk. Whales are mammals, even though they live their entire lives in the ocean. + manage verb To be in charge of a business, department, or activity and make decisions about how it is run. She manages the marketing department for a mid-sized software company. + mango noun A sweet, juicy tropical fruit with orange flesh and a large flat seed. She sliced a ripe mango and added it to the fruit salad. + marathon noun A long-distance foot race of about 26.2 miles, or any long, demanding task or event. She trained for six months before running her first marathon in Boston. + marble noun A hard, cool stone used in sculpture and building, prized for its smooth polished surface. The statue was carved from a single block of white marble. + margin noun The blank space around the edge of a page, or a difference between two amounts. She wrote notes in the margin while reading the assigned chapter. + marvel verb To feel great wonder or surprised admiration at something impressive or unexpected. Visitors marveled at the intricate stonework of the centuries-old cathedral. + meadow noun A field of grass and wildflowers, often used for grazing animals or left natural. The children ran through the meadow chasing butterflies in the warm sun. + measure verb To find the size, amount, or degree of something using a standard unit or instrument. He measured the width of the door before buying a new one. + mechanic noun A skilled worker who repairs and maintains machines, especially vehicle engines. The mechanic replaced the car's brake pads in under an hour. + melody noun A sequence of musical notes arranged in a pleasing and recognizable pattern. The song's melody was so catchy that everyone hummed it for days. + memory noun The mental capacity to store and recall information, experiences, or impressions from the past. Her memory for names and faces impressed everyone she met at the reunion. + mention verb To refer to something briefly, especially in speech or writing, without going into detail. She mentioned the meeting in passing but didn't give any details. + mentor noun An experienced person who advises and guides a less experienced person. Her mentor at the firm helped her navigate her first big case. + merchant noun A person who buys and sells goods, especially on a large scale or as a trade. The wealthy merchant imported silk and spices from distant ports. + meteor noun A piece of rock or debris that burns brightly as it enters Earth's atmosphere. They stayed up late watching meteors streak across the night sky. + method noun An organized way of doing something. Try a different method for keeping track of your notes. + microscope noun An instrument used to view objects that are too small to be seen clearly with the naked eye. Students examined the cell sample closely under a microscope during the biology lab. + mineral noun A naturally occurring solid substance with a specific chemical composition, found in rocks and soil. Quartz is a common mineral found in many types of rock. + miracle noun A surprising and welcome event that seems impossible to explain by natural or scientific laws. Doctors called her recovery a miracle after she survived such a severe accident. + mischief noun Playful behavior that causes minor trouble, annoyance, or harm without serious intent. The twins were always up to mischief when left alone for too long. + moisture noun A small amount of water or liquid present in the air, on a surface, or within a substance. The dehumidifier removed excess moisture from the damp basement air. + monument noun A structure, such as a statue or building, built to honor a person or commemorate an event. The tall monument in the square honors soldiers who died defending the city. + mosaic noun A picture or pattern made by fitting together small pieces of colored glass, stone, or tile. The ancient floor featured a detailed mosaic depicting hunters chasing a wild boar. + mountain noun A large natural landform that rises steeply and significantly higher than the surrounding land. They spent two days hiking to the summit of the tallest mountain in the range. + multiply verb To increase greatly in number or amount, or to combine numbers through multiplication. Rabbits multiply quickly, so a small population can grow within a single season. + muscle noun A body tissue composed of fibers that contract to produce movement or force. Years of swimming had built strong muscle across her shoulders and back. + mystery noun Something that is difficult or impossible to explain, understand, or identify. The disappearance of the ship remains an unsolved mystery to this day. + magnify verb To make something appear larger than it actually is, especially using a lens. The scientist used a lens to magnify the tiny insect for closer study. + medicine noun A substance used to treat illness or relieve pain, or the science of treating disease. She took the medicine her doctor prescribed twice a day for the infection. +