5 letter words ending in INT

Saint

Part of speech: Noun, verb

Definition: A person who is recognized as having an exceptional degree of holiness or likeness to a deity, or who has performed deeds of significant religious or moral value. As a verb, it means to behave in an extremely virtuous or moral way.

Pronunciations: US: /seɪnt/, UK: /seɪnt/

Origin and Usage: The word "saint" comes from the Latin word "sanctus," which means "holy" or "consecrated." The term was originally used in Christianity to refer to those who were recognized for their exceptional holiness and devotion to God. Over time, the term has been used more broadly to refer to individuals who are recognized for their exceptional moral or ethical behavior, regardless of their religious affiliation.

Synonyms: Holy person, virtuous person, moral exemplar, paragon, exemplar, model.

Related Words: Faith, grace, peace, trust, truth.

Example Sentences:

• She was known for her kindness and generosity, and many considered her to be a saint.
• The local community regarded him as a saint for his tireless work with the homeless and disadvantaged.
• Despite facing significant challenges, he remained a saintly figure, always putting the needs of others before his own.
• She always tried to act in a saintly manner, even in the face of adversity.

1. Parts of Speech: Noun, Adjective, Verb 2. Definitions: - Noun: a place where two or more parts of a structure or body are joined together, typically in a way that allows them to move freely; a large piece of meat, typically roasted, that has a joint at one end. - Adjective: shared by or belonging to two or more people; denoting or relating to a method of rolling marijuana with tobacco. - Verb: combine (pieces of timber) by interlocking the ends. 3. Pronunciations: - US: /dʒɔɪnt/ - UK: /dʒɔɪnt/ 4. Origin and Usage: - The noun "joint" originated from the Old French word "jointe," meaning "a joining." It has been used to describe the place where two or more parts of a structure or body are joined together since the 15th century. - The adjective "joint" has been used since the 14th century to describe things that are shared by two or more people. In the 20th century, it began to be used to describe a method of rolling marijuana with tobacco. - The verb "joint" has been used since the 16th century to describe the act of combining pieces of timber by interlocking the ends. 5. Synonyms: - Noun: connection, junction, coupling, link, articulation - Adjective: shared, communal, collective, collaborative, cooperative - Verb: connect, unite, link, join, combine 6. Related Words: - Point, unite, blend, merge, splice 7. Example Sentences: - Noun: The carpenter used a joint to connect the two pieces of wood. - Adjective: The two friends had a joint bank account. - Verb: The carpenter jointed the two pieces of wood together.

Flint

Parts of Speech: Noun, verb

Definitions:

1. A hard, sedimentary rock used for making tools and starting fires (source: Merriam-Webster).
2. To strike a hard object against flint to produce a spark and start a fire (source: Oxford Learners Dictionaries).

Pronunciations:

• US: /flɪnt/
• UK: /flɪnt/

Origin and Usage:

The word "flint" originated from the Old English word "flint" or "flintan," meaning "hard stone" (source: Etymology Online). Flint is commonly used for making tools and starting fires due to its ability to produce sparks when struck against steel or another hard object.

Synonyms:

• Chert
• Quartzite
• Silex

Related Words:

• Clift
• Faint
• Final
• Flair
• Float

Example Sentences:

• He used a flint to start the fire.
• The archaeologist found a flint tool at the site.
• She carefully struck the steel against the flint to start the fire.
• He flinted his cigarette lighter to light the candle.
• The flint walls of the castle were impervious to attack.

Here is the requested information on the word "skint": Parts of Speech

"Skint" is an adjective.

Definitions

1. having no money; broke.

2. having very little of something; depleted.

Pronunciations

US: /skɪnt/

UK: /skɪnt/

Origin and Usage

The word "skint" originated from the Scottish dialect and was first recorded in the late 19th century. It is a colloquial term used to describe someone who has no money or is broke. It is also used to describe something that is depleted or has very little left.

Synonyms

broke, penniless, impoverished, destitute, bankrupt

Related Words

stink, scant, stint, scion, scant, scent

Example Sentences

1. After losing his job, John was completely skint and had to rely on his friends for help.

2. The companys budget was skint, so they had to cut back on expenses.

Feint

1. Parts of Speech: Noun, Verb
2. Definitions:
   • (n.) a deceptive or pretended blow, thrust, or other movement, especially in boxing or fencing
   • (v.) make a deceptive or distracting movement, typically during a fight
3. Pronunciations:
   • US: /feɪnt/
   • UK: /feɪnt/
4. Origin and Usage:
   • The word "feint" originated in the 17th century from the French word "feinte," which means "a feigned attack." It was originally used in the context of fencing and later adopted in boxing and other combat sports. Today, "feint" is also used figuratively to refer to any deceptive or misleading action or strategy.
5. Synonyms:
   • Trick
   • Deception
   • Dodge
   • Bluff
   • Deceit
6. Related Words:
   • Faint
   • Taint
   • Paint
   • Joint
   • Point
7. Example Sentences:
   • The boxer used a feint to distract his opponent before landing a knockout punch.
   • She feinted to the left and then quickly struck to the right.
   • The politicians promise to lower taxes was just a feint to win votes.