5 letter words ending in EFY

Beefy

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Having a large, muscular, and sturdy build.

Pronunciation (US): /ˈbi.fi/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈbiː.fi/

Origin and Usage: The word "beefy" originated from the word "beef," which refers to the meat of a cow. It was first used in the late 19th century to describe someone who was muscular and strong, like the meat of a cow. It has since been used to describe someone who is large and muscular, or something that is robust and sturdy.

Synonyms: Muscular, brawny, strong, sturdy, robust.

Related Words: Hefty, hefty, beefs, beefs, beefy.

Example Sentences:

• He had a beefy build and could easily lift heavy weights.
• The beefy hamburger was too big for her to finish.
• His beefy hands were perfect for lifting heavy objects.
• The wrestler had a beefy frame and was difficult to take down.
• The beefy construction worker was able to lift heavy materials with ease.

reefy

Part of Speech: adjective

Definition: characterized by or having many reefs

Pronunciation (US): /ˈrifē/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈriːfi/

Origin and Usage: The word "reefy" is derived from the noun "reef," which refers to a ridge of rock, sand, or coral that rises to or near the surface of a body of water. The adjective "reefy" is used to describe a place or body of water that has many reefs.

Synonyms: coral-filled, coral-studded, reef-filled, reef-studded

Related Words: coral, ocean, shore, beach, tidal

Example Sentences:

• The Great Barrier Reef is one of the most famous and beautiful reefy places in the world.
• The boat captain warned the passengers to be careful because the water was very reefy.
• The snorkelers were amazed by the variety of fish and other sea creatures they saw in the reefy waters.