5 letter words ending in IANT

Parts of Speech:

Giant is a noun and an adjective.

Definitions:

As a noun, giant refers to a mythical creature of great size, strength, and intelligence. As an adjective, giant describes something or someone of great size or power.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈdʒaɪənt/
• UK: /ˈdʒaɪənt/

Origin and Usage:

The word giant comes from the Old French word "geant," which means "a man of great stature." The word has been used in English since the 14th century to describe mythical beings of great size and strength, and later to describe anything of great size or power, such as a giant corporation or a giant leap forward.

Synonyms:

As a noun, synonyms for giant include colossus, titan, and behemoth. As an adjective, synonyms for giant include enormous, huge, and colossal.

Related Words:

Words related to giant include titan, mammoth, jumbo, and hulky.

Example Sentences:

• The giant towered over the tiny village.
• The company became a giant in the tech industry.
• The athlete made a giant leap to win the competition.

Riant

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Showing or expressing joy, mirth, or happiness; cheerful or lively.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈraɪənt/, UK: /ˈriːənt/

Origin and Usage: The word "riant" originated from the French word "riant" which means laughing or smiling. It was first used in the English language in the 17th century and is still used today in literature and everyday language.

Synonyms: Cheerful, happy, joyful, lively, merry, smiling.

Related Words: Train, brain, drain, slain, plain.

Example Sentences:

• She had a riant expression on her face as she danced to the music.
• The childrens riant laughter filled the playground.
• Despite the rain, the couple had a riant wedding ceremony.