5 letter words ending in ARSH

Harsh 1. Parts of Speech

Adjective

2. Definitions

• Unpleasantly rough or jarring to the senses.
• Unkind or cruel.

3. Pronunciations

• US: /hɑːrʃ/
• UK: /hɑːʃ/

4. Origin and Usage

The word "harsh" originated in Middle English from the Old English word "heorsc". It has been in use since the 14th century. The word is commonly used to describe something that is unpleasantly rough or jarring to the senses, such as a harsh voice or a harsh criticism. It can also be used to describe someone who is unkind or cruel.

5. Synonyms

• Severe
• Unpleasant
• Rough
• Hard
• Unkind
• Cruel

6. Related Words

• Crash
• Flash
• Marsh
• Plush
• Brush

7. Example Sentences

• The harsh wind made it difficult to walk outside.
• She gave him a harsh glare.
• His harsh words hurt her feelings.
• The teachers harsh criticism was demotivating.

Marsh

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A wetland area characterized by grassy vegetation and standing water.

Pronunciation (US): /mɑrʃ/

Pronunciation (UK): /mɑːʃ/

Origin and Usage: The word "marsh" comes from the Middle English word "mersch" which means "marsh, swamp". The word has been in use since the 14th century and is commonly used to describe a type of wetland area. Marshes are found all over the world and are important ecosystems that support a wide variety of plant and animal life.

Synonyms: Swamp, bog, fen, wetland, morass.

Related Words: Swamp, boggy, sedge, moors, slush.

Example Sentences:

• The marsh was filled with cattails and other wetland plants.
• The birds nested in the tall grasses of the marsh.
• The marsh is an important habitat for many species of fish and amphibians.