5 letter words ending in IGHT

Parts of Speech

Light is a noun, adjective, and verb.

Definitions

• As a noun, light refers to the natural agent that stimulates sight and makes things visible, or a source of illumination.
• As an adjective, light refers to something that has little weight or is not heavy, or something that is bright or pale in color.
• As a verb, light means to provide with light or to ignite something.

Pronunciations

• US: /laɪt/
• UK: /lʌɪt/

Origin and Usage

The word light has Old English roots and has been used in the English language since the 9th century. It has various meanings and uses, including in physics, photography, and aviation.

Synonyms

• Noun: brightness, illumination, radiance
• Adjective: weightless, airy, fluffy
• Verb: ignite, kindle, spark

Related Words

• Blaze
• Flame
• Gleam
• Glimp
• Shine

Example Sentences

• The room was filled with light from the open window.
• The suitcase was light enough for her to carry.
• He lit the candle and the room was immediately filled with light.

Parts of Speech

Night is a noun.

Definitions

Night refers to the period of darkness between sunset and sunrise, during which time the sky is usually devoid of sunlight and the stars become visible. It can also refer to any evening or night-time activity or event.

Pronunciations

US: /naɪt/

UK: /nʌɪt/

Origin and Usage

The word night comes from the Old English niht, which is related to the German Nacht and Dutch nacht. It has been used in English since the 9th century. Night is a common word used in everyday speech and writing.

Synonyms

Evening, darkness, midnight, dusk, twilight, nighttime.

Related Words

Stars, moon, dreams, sleep, hours.

Example Sentences

• She likes to take a walk at night to clear her head.
• The stars were shining brightly in the night sky.
• They decided to have a night out on the town.
• The night was quiet and peaceful.
• He worked the night shift at the factory.

Parts of Speech

Light is a noun, adjective, and verb.

Definitions

• As a noun, light refers to the natural agent that stimulates sight and makes things visible, or a source of illumination.
• As an adjective, light refers to something that has little weight or is not heavy, or something that is bright or pale in color.
• As a verb, light means to provide with light or to ignite something.

Pronunciations

• US: /laɪt/
• UK: /lʌɪt/

Origin and Usage

The word light has Old English roots and has been used in the English language since the 9th century. It has various meanings and uses, including in physics, photography, and aviation.

Synonyms

• Noun: brightness, illumination, radiance
• Adjective: weightless, airy, fluffy
• Verb: ignite, kindle, spark

Related Words

• Blaze
• Flame
• Gleam
• Glimp
• Shine

Example Sentences

• The room was filled with light from the open window.
• The suitcase was light enough for her to carry.
• He lit the candle and the room was immediately filled with light.

eight

Parts of Speech: noun, adjective

Definitions:

• noun: the number equivalent to the sum of one and seven; a group or set of eight things
• adjective: amounting to eight in number

Pronunciations:

• US: /eɪt/
• UK: /eɪt/

Origin and Usage:

The word "eight" comes from the Old English word "eahta," which means the same thing. It has been used in the English language since the 9th century. The number eight is considered lucky in many cultures, including Chinese and Jewish cultures. It is also an important number in mathematics and science.

Synonyms:

• octet
• eighter
• eightfold

Related Words:

• eighty
• eighth
• weigh

Example Sentences:

• The octopus has eight legs.
• She made eight cupcakes for the party.
• He is the eighth person in line.
• The basketball team scored eight points in the first quarter.

Bight 1. Parts of Speech

Bight is a noun and a verb.

2. Definitions

As a noun, bight means a bend or curve, especially in a coastline. As a verb, bight means to bend or curve.

3. Pronunciations (US, UK)

US: /baɪt/

UK: /baɪt/

4. Origin and Usage

The word bight comes from the Middle English word "bighte," which means a bend or curve. It was first used in the 14th century. Bight is commonly used in nautical and geographical contexts to describe a bend or curve in a coastline or a rope that has been bent into a loop. It is also used in general contexts to describe any bend or curve.

5. Synonyms

Some synonyms for bight as a noun include curve, bend, bay, and inlet. As a verb, some synonyms include bend, curve, and twist.

6. Related Words

Some related 5 letter words to bight include beach, cleft, creek, and delta.

7. Example Sentences

• The coastline had a gentle bight where the waves lapped against the shore.
• The sailor expertly tied a bight in the rope to secure the boat to the dock.
• The road took a sharp bight to the left, leading them into the valley.