5 letter words ending in ASTY

Parts of Speech

Adjective

Definitions

1. Done or made with excessive speed or urgency; hurried.
2. Impetuous; rash.

Pronunciations

• US: /ˈheɪsti/
• UK: /ˈheɪsti/

Origin and Usage

The word "hasty" originated from the Middle English word "hastif" which means "quick". It was first used in the 14th century. The word is commonly used to describe actions or decisions that are made quickly without proper consideration or thought. It can also be used to describe something that is done or made quickly.

Synonyms

• Rushed
• Hurried
• Impulsive
• Rash
• Quick

Related Words

• Hafts
• Haste
• Hatch
• Hated
• Hater

Example Sentences

• He made a hasty decision to quit his job without having another one lined up.
• She regretted her hasty words as soon as they left her mouth.
• The hasty retreat of the soldiers left behind many wounded.
• His hasty painting lacked the attention to detail that the subject deserved.

Definition of Nasty

1. Parts of Speech: Adjective

2. Definition: Something that is nasty is unpleasant or unkind. It can also mean something that is difficult or dangerous.

3. Pronunciations: US: /ˈnæsti/; UK: /ˈnɑːsti/

4. Origin and Usage: The word "nasty" originated in the 14th century from the Old French word "nastre" meaning "wicked or evil." Over time, the meaning of the word has evolved to include unpleasant or unkind things. It is commonly used in everyday language to describe something that is unpleasant or difficult.

5. Synonyms: unpleasant, disagreeable, distasteful, unkind, mean, vicious, spiteful, malicious, cruel

6. Related Words: dirty, gross, grime, filth, smite

7. Example Sentences:

• She gave him a nasty look when he walked in late to the meeting.
• The smell coming from the kitchen was really nasty.
• He suffered a nasty injury during the game.
• The politician made some nasty comments about his opponent.
• She had a nasty habit of gossiping about her coworkers.

Definition of Pasty

1. Parts of Speech: Noun, Adjective

2. Definition:

• As a noun, a pasty is a small pie filled with meat and vegetables, typically eaten as a snack.
• As an adjective, pasty means having a pale or unhealthy-looking skin.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈpeɪsti/
• UK: /ˈpɑːsti/

4. Origin and Usage:

• The word pasty comes from the Old French word "paste", meaning a pie. It was first recorded in English in the 14th century.
• In the UK, pasties are a popular snack, especially in Cornwall. They were traditionally eaten by miners as they were easy to carry and could be eaten without cutlery.
• The adjective form of pasty is often used to describe someone who looks pale or sickly.

5. Synonyms:

• Noun: pie, turnover, patty
• Adjective: pale, wan, sickly

6. Related Words:

• pasta
• paste
• pasts
• pasty
• patio

7. Example Sentences:

• He bought a pasty for lunch.
• The pasty-faced man looked like he had not seen the sun in years.

Definition of Tasty

1. Parts of Speech: adjective

2. Definition: having a pleasant flavor or taste; delicious

3. Pronunciations: US: /ˈteɪsti/; UK: /ˈteɪsti/

4. Origin and Usage: The word "tasty" originated from the Middle English word "tasten" which means "to taste". The word has been in use since the 14th century and is commonly used to describe food that has a pleasant flavor or taste. It is also used to describe other things that are enjoyable or pleasing to the senses, such as music or art.

5. Synonyms: delicious, flavorful, appetizing, delectable, savory, palatable, toothsome, yummy

6. Related Words: flavor, savor, spice, sweet, yummy

7. Example Sentences:

• The pizza was so tasty that they ordered another one.
• She added some spices to make the soup more tasty.
• The restaurant is known for its tasty seafood dishes.
• The wine had a very tasty flavor that complemented the meal perfectly.
• He found the cake to be very tasty and asked for the recipe.