5 letter words ending in INEY

Piney

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Having the aroma or taste of pine

Pronunciations: US: /ˈpaɪni/, UK: /ˈpaɪni/

Origin and Usage: The word "piney" is derived from the word "pine" which means an evergreen tree. It is used to describe something that has the aroma or taste of pine, such as a pine forest or a pine-scented candle. The word is commonly used in the US and UK.

Synonyms: Resinous, Woody, Foresty, Evergreen, Pine-scented

Related Words: Pines, Piney, Pinot, Pined, Pinup

Example Sentences:

• The air was filled with the piney scent of the forest.
• The cocktail had a piney taste due to the addition of pine needles.
• The candle had a strong piney aroma that filled the room.

Winey

Part of speech: Adjective

Definition: Having a taste or smell resembling wine.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈwaɪni/; UK: /ˈwaɪni/

Origin and Usage: The term "winey" originated in the mid-18th century from the word "wine" and the suffix "-y". It is used to describe something that has a taste or smell resembling wine, either in a positive or negative way.

Synonyms: Vinous, grapey, fruity, alcoholic, boozy.

Related Words: Whine, twine, piney, tinea, bine.

Example Sentences:

• The winey aroma of the grapes filled the room.
• The sauce has a slightly winey taste.
• The winey flavor of the cheese complemented the fruit nicely.