5 letter words ending in NAL

renal

Parts of Speech: adjective

Definitions: relating to the kidneys

Pronunciations: US: /ˈriːnəl/, UK: /ˈriːn(ə)l/

Origin and Usage: The word "renal" originated from the Latin word "renalis" which means "of the kidneys". It has been used in the English language since the mid-17th century to describe anything related to the kidneys.

Synonyms: kidney, nephritic, nephrotic

Related Words: renal, kneel, learn, panel, clean

Example Sentences:

• The patient was diagnosed with renal failure.
• The doctor ordered a renal ultrasound to check the patients kidneys.
• The renal department at the hospital specializes in treating kidney diseases.

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Adjective

Definitions

• Willing to do dishonest things in return for money or personal gain.
• Capable of being bought or bribed.

Pronunciations

• US: /ˈviːnəl/
• UK: /ˈviːnəl/

Origin and Usage

The word "venal" comes from the Latin word "venalis," which means "for sale." It has been used in English since the 17th century to describe people or actions that are corrupt and motivated by money or personal gain.

Synonyms

• Corrupt
• Bribable
• Greedy
• Dishonest
• Unscrupulous

Related Words

• Veena
• Naval
• Levan
• Navel
• Alone

Example Sentences

• He was accused of being a venal politician who would do anything for money.
• The companys venal practices were exposed in the media.
• She refused to engage in any venal activities, even if it meant losing business.

Parts of Speech

Adjective

Definitions

• Relating to, used for, or prescribing punishment, especially for breaking the law.
• Subject to or involving punishment, especially for breaking the law.

Pronunciations

• US: /ˈpiː.nəl/
• UK: /ˈpiː.nəl/

Origin and Usage

The word "penal" comes from the Latin word "poena," meaning "punishment." It has been used in English since the 16th century to describe things related to punishment, especially for breaking the law. The term "penal code" refers to a set of laws that prescribe punishment for various crimes.

Synonyms

• Punitive
• Disciplinary
• Criminal
• Judicial
• Legal

Related Words

• Panel
• Plane
• Plena
• Leant
• Lepta

Example Sentences

• The penal system is designed to punish criminals and deter others from committing crimes.
• He was sentenced to five years in a penal institution for his role in the robbery.
• The states penal code outlines the punishments for various crimes.

banal

Part of Speech: adjective

Definition: lacking originality, freshness, or novelty; trite; commonplace

Pronunciation (US): buh-nal

Pronunciation (UK): buh-nal

Origin and Usage: The word "banal" comes from the French word "banal" which means "communal." It was first used in English in the mid-19th century to describe something that was commonplace or lacking originality.

Synonyms: trite, clichéd, hackneyed, overused, stale

Related Words: basic, usual, bland, petty, humdrum

Example Sentences:

1. His banal jokes failed to make anyone laugh.
2. The movie was full of banal dialogue and predictable plot twists.
3. She was disappointed by the banal decorations at the party.
4. The artists work was criticized for being banal and unoriginal.
5. His speech was filled with banal platitudes and tired clichés.