5 letter words ending in LD

weald

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A wooded or uncultivated area of land; a forested upland region.

Pronunciation (US): /wɛld/

Pronunciation (UK): /wiːld/

Origin and Usage: The word "weald" originated from Old English "weald" meaning "forest" or "woodland." It was used to describe an area of land that was characterized by trees and vegetation. In modern times, it is still used to describe a wooded or uncultivated area of land. The word is commonly used in geography and ecology.

Synonyms: Forest, woodland, thicket, copse, grove, brush.

Related Words: Field, yield, world, wield, ideal.

Example Sentences:

• They took a long hike through the weald, enjoying the scenery and wildlife.
• The weald is home to many different species of trees and animals.
• The weald is an important ecosystem that provides habitat for many endangered species.
• The weald is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts.
• The weald is a beautiful and peaceful place to escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Scold

Part of Speech: Verb

Definition: To reprimand or criticize someone angrily.

Pronunciation (US): /skoʊld/

Pronunciation (UK): /skəʊld/

Origin and Usage: The word "scold" comes from the Middle English word "skalden," which means "to scald." It was used in the 14th century to mean "to rebuke sharply." Today, it is commonly used to describe someone who is being reprimanded or criticized for their behavior.

Synonyms: Reprimand, rebuke, admonish, chide, berate, reprove, upbraid, lecture, criticize, censure.

Related Words: Blame, fault, rebuk, chide, reprove.

Example Sentences:

• She scolded her son for not doing his homework.
• The boss scolded the employee for being late to work.
• He scolded his dog for chewing on his shoes.
• The teacher scolded the students for talking during class.
• The coach scolded the team for not practicing hard enough.

Parts of Speech:

Noun

Definitions:

1. An organization of people with related interests, goals, or professions, typically formed to promote mutual aid, protection, and cooperation.
2. A medieval association of craftsmen or merchants, often having considerable power.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ɡɪld/
• UK: /ɡɪld/

Origin and Usage:

The word "guild" comes from the Old English "gild," which meant "payment" or "tribute." It was originally used to refer to a group of people who paid a common tax or tribute, but it later came to refer to any organized group of people with a common interest or profession. In medieval Europe, guilds were powerful organizations that controlled the production and sale of goods in many cities and towns.

Synonyms:

• Association
• Organization
• Club
• Society

Related Words:

• Group
• Union
• Order
• League
• Party

Example Sentences:

1. The Writers Guild of America is a union for professional screenwriters.
2. The medieval guilds controlled the production and sale of goods in many European cities.

Build

1. Parts of Speech: verb, noun
2. Definitions:
   • (v.) to construct or assemble (something) systematically and incrementally
   • (n.) the process or business of constructing something
3. Pronunciations:
   • US: /bɪld/
   • UK: /bɪld/
4. Origin and Usage: The word "build" originated from the Old English word "byldan" which means "to construct a house." It has been in use since the 12th century. Today, "build" is commonly used in construction and engineering industries to refer to the process of constructing something, such as a building or a bridge. It is also used in a figurative sense to refer to the process of creating or developing something, such as a business or a relationship.
5. Synonyms: construct, erect, assemble, fabricate, create, develop
6. Related Words: house, frame, shape, model, draft
7. Example Sentences:
   • He plans to build a new house on the empty lot.
   • The company is building a new factory in the industrial park.
   • They are building a strong relationship based on trust and communication.
   • The building of the bridge took several years and a large team of engineers.

Yield

Parts of Speech: verb, noun

Definitions:

• verb: produce or provide (a natural, agricultural, or industrial product)
• verb: give way to arguments, demands, or pressure
• verb: produce or generate (a result, gain, or financial return)
• noun: the full amount of an agricultural or industrial product

Pronunciations:

• US: /jild/
• UK: /jiːld/

Origin and Usage:

The word "yield" originated from the Old English word "gieldan" meaning "to pay." It has been used since the 14th century and has various meanings such as to produce or provide, give way to pressure, or generate a result or gain.

Synonyms:

• verb: produce, provide, generate, cause, create
• noun: harvest, crop, output, production, return

Related Words:

• field
• build
• child
• guild
• world

Example Sentences:

• The farm yielded a bountiful harvest of corn and wheat this year.
• The company had to yield to the demands of the workers and increase their wages.
• The investment yielded a high return on investment for the shareholders.
• The yield of oil from the well was lower than expected.