5 letter words ending in NIA

Parts of Speech

Noun

Definitions

1. A mental illness characterized by periods of great excitement, euphoria, delusions, and overactivity (source: Lexico).
2. An excessive enthusiasm or desire; an obsession (source: Merriam-Webster).

Pronunciations

• US: /ˈmeɪniə/
• UK: /ˈmeɪnɪə/

Origin and Usage

The word "mania" comes from the Greek word "mainomai," which means "to be mad." It was first used in English in the late 14th century to describe a mental illness characterized by delusions and overactivity. Today, it is still used to describe a mental illness, but it is also commonly used to describe an excessive enthusiasm or obsession for something.

Synonyms

• madness
• craze
• obsession
• frenzy
• mania

Related Words

• amain
• anima
• manic
• manta
• matin

Example Sentences

• She was diagnosed with bipolar disorder with episodes of mania.
• He had a mania for collecting stamps.

Xenia

1. Parts of Speech: Noun

2. Definitions:

• the act of being hospitable and generous to strangers or guests
• an international relationship between two countries or individuals characterized by hospitality and generosity

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈziːniə/
• UK: /ˈziːnɪə/

4. Origin and Usage:

• The word "xenia" comes from the Greek word "xenía," which means "hospitality." In ancient Greece, hospitality was considered a sacred duty, and guests were treated with great respect and generosity.
• Today, "xenia" is used to describe the act of being hospitable and generous to strangers or guests, as well as the international relationships between countries or individuals characterized by hospitality and generosity.

5. Synonyms: hospitality, generosity, friendliness, kindness

6. Related Words: guest, host, visit, welcome

7. Example Sentences:

1. She showed great xenia to the refugees fleeing the war-torn country.
2. The two countries established a relationship of xenia, characterized by mutual respect and generosity.