5 letter words ending in LOAT

Bloat 1. Parts of Speech

Noun, Verb

2. Definitions

As a noun, bloat means a condition of swelling or puffiness in a body part, often caused by excessive fluid or gas. As a verb, bloat means to swell or puff up, often due to the accumulation of fluid or gas.

3. Pronunciations (US, UK)

US: /bloʊt/

UK: /bləʊt/

4. Origin and Usage

The word bloat comes from the Old Norse word "blauta" which means "to soak" or "to steep." It was first used in the 16th century to describe the condition of being swollen or puffy. Today, it is commonly used to describe physical swelling or puffiness, as well as figurative swelling or puffiness, such as in the context of language or writing.

5. Synonyms

As a noun: swelling, puffiness, edema, water retention

As a verb: swell, puff up, inflate, distend

6. Related Words

blunt, blood, blast, block, bliss

7. Example Sentences

As a noun: The bloat in her ankle was caused by a sprain.

As a verb: Overeating can cause the stomach to bloat and feel uncomfortable.

Float

Parts of Speech: Noun, Verb

Definitions:

1. noun: a buoyant object or substance that remains on the surface of a liquid
2. verb: to rest or move on the surface of a liquid without sinking

Pronunciations:

• US: /floʊt/
• UK: /fləʊt/

Origin and Usage: The word "float" originated from the Old English word "flotian" which means "to float, swim". It has been in use since the 14th century as a verb and the 16th century as a noun. The word is commonly used in the context of liquids, such as water or air, and can refer to objects or substances that remain on the surface without sinking.

Synonyms: drift, glide, swim, bob, buoy, levitate

Related Words: drift, glide, buoy, waft, hover

Example Sentences:

1. The childs toy boat was made of plastic and could float in the bathtub.
2. The bubbles in the soda floated to the top of the glass.
3. The parade float was decorated with colorful flowers and balloons.
4. The companys stock price continued to float on the stock market.

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1. Parts of Speech: verb, noun
2. Definitions:
   1. verb: to contemplate or dwell on ones own success or anothers misfortune with smugness or malignant pleasure
   2. noun: an act or feeling of gloating
3. Pronunciations:
   • US: /ɡloʊt/
   • UK: /ɡləʊt/
4. Origin and Usage: The word "gloat" originated from the Old Norse word "gloa" which means "to grin". It was first used in the 16th century. The verb form of "gloat" is commonly used to describe someone who is taking pleasure in someone elses misfortune or bragging about their own success. The noun form of "gloat" refers to the act of gloating or the feeling associated with it.
5. Synonyms: relish, revel, delight, bask, triumph, exult
6. Related Words: golly, glaze, glare, glint, glean
7. Example Sentences:
   • She couldn help but gloat over her rivals defeat.
   • His gloating over his promotion was irritating to his coworkers.
   • Their gloat was short-lived when they realized the consequences of their actions.