5 letter words ending in ASS

Brass

Parts of Speech: Noun, adjective

Definition:

• A yellowish alloy of copper and zinc
• A wind instrument made of brass, such as a trumpet or trombone
• A memorial tablet or plaque, typically with an inscription, mounted on a wall or other structure
• Impudence or effrontery

Pronunciations:

• US: /bræs/
• UK: /brɑːs/

Origin and Usage: The word "brass" originated from the Old English word "bræs," which meant "brass, bronze." It has been used since the 14th century to refer to the alloy of copper and zinc. Brass is commonly used in the manufacturing of musical instruments, plumbing fixtures, and decorative objects. The word "brass" is also used figuratively to describe impudence or effrontery.

Synonyms:

• Yellow metal
• Brass instrument
• Plaque
• Impudence
• Effrontery

Related Words:

• Brava
• Brave
• Brisk
• Burst
• Bread

Example Sentences:

• The doorknob was made of brass.
• The brass section of the orchestra played beautifully.
• They installed a brass plaque in honor of the fallen soldiers.
• He had the brass to ask for a raise after only working there for a month.

Crass

Parts of Speech: adjective

Definition: lacking sensitivity, refinement, or intelligence; grossly ignorant or stupid

Pronunciations: US: /kræs/; UK: /krɑːs/

Origin and Usage: The word "crass" originated from the Latin word "crassus" which means "thick". It was first used in the English language in the 15th century to describe something that is thick or dense. Later on, it evolved to mean something that is lacking in refinement or sensitivity. It is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to describe someone or something that is insensitive, vulgar, or lacking in intelligence.

Synonyms: vulgar, crude, tasteless, insensitive, ignorant, stupid

Related Words: brass, grass, craps, crash, crick

Example Sentences:

• His crass comments offended everyone in the room.
• The movie was criticized for its crass humor and lack of depth.
• She was embarrassed by her friends crass behavior at the party.
• The politicians crass remarks caused a backlash from the public.
• He was known for his crass jokes and lack of tact.

Heres your result: Word: Amass 1. Parts of Speech: Verb 2. Definitions:

• To gather or collect something, especially in large quantities.
• To accumulate wealth or resources.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /əˈmæs/
• UK: /əˈmɑːs/

4. Origin and Usage: The word "amass" comes from the Old French word "amasser," which means "to accumulate." It was first used in English in the 15th century. The word is commonly used to describe the act of collecting or gathering something, especially in large quantities. It can also be used to describe the accumulation of wealth or resources. 5. Synonyms:

• Collect
• Gather
• Accumulate
• Hoard
• Stockpile

6. Related Words:

• Asset
• Clasp
• Crave
• Drain
• Flask

7. Example Sentences:

• He has been amassing a collection of rare books for years.
• The company has been amassing a large amount of cash reserves.
• She amasses a fortune from her successful business ventures.

Class

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A group of people or things with similar characteristics or qualities; a course of instruction; a social rank or system based on income, occupation, or education.

Pronunciation (US): /klæs/

Pronunciation (UK): /klɑːs/

Origin and Usage: The word "class" comes from the Latin word "classis", meaning "a division". The word has been used in English since the 1600s to refer to a group of people or things with similar characteristics or qualities. It has also been used to refer to a course of instruction since the 1700s, and to a social rank or system based on income, occupation, or education since the 1800s.

Synonyms: Category, group, type, level, rank, social class, caste, stratum

Related Words: Grade, order, type, group, caste

Example Sentences:

• She was in the top of her class in high school.
• The class was canceled due to the teachers illness.
• He comes from a working-class family.
• She teaches a class on creative writing.
• The company is in a different class than its competitors.