5 letter words ending in OWL

Scowl

Part of speech: Verb, Noun

Definition: To have a gloomy or threatening look on ones face. A facial expression that shows anger or disapproval.

Pronunciation (US): /skaʊl/

Pronunciation (UK): /skaʊl/

Origin and Usage: The word "scowl" originated in the early 14th century from the Old Norse word "skolla," which means "to shout with joy." However, the meaning of the word evolved over time to its current definition. The word is commonly used in English literature, especially in describing characters facial expressions.

Synonyms: Frown, glare, grimace, glower, lower, pout, sulk

Related Words: Glare, frown, grimace, pout, sulk

Example Sentences:

1. He scowled at the waiter when he saw that his order was wrong.
2. Her scowl made it clear that she was not happy with the situation.
3. When he heard the bad news, a scowl appeared on his face.
4. The teacher scowled at the student who was talking in class.
5. She tried to hide her scowl, but it was obvious that she was angry.

Heres the information you requested: Growl

1. Parts of Speech: verb, noun

2. Definitions:

• Verb: to make a low, guttural sound, especially in an angry or threatening way.
• Noun: a low, guttural sound made by an animal or a person.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /ɡraʊl/
• UK: /ɡraʊl/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "growl" originated in the 16th century, from the Middle English word "growlen," which meant "to rumble." It is often used to describe the deep, menacing sounds made by animals such as dogs, bears, and lions. It is also used to describe the low, threatening sounds made by humans when they are angry or upset.

5. Synonyms:

• Snarl
• Rumble
• Groan

6. Related Words:

• Howls
• Crawl
• Grown
• Prowl
• Brawl

7. Example Sentences:

• The dog growled at the stranger.
• She could hear the growl of the lion in the distance.
• He growled in frustration as he tried to fix the broken machine.

Prowl 1. Parts of Speech:

Verb

2. Definitions:

• To move around quietly and stealthily, especially in search of prey or as a predator.
• To roam or wander around in a stealthy manner, often with bad intentions.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /praʊl/
• UK: /praʊl/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "prowl" originated in the early 16th century from the Middle English word "prowlen", which means "to wander around like a beggar". The word is often used to describe the movements of animals, especially predators, who move stealthily and quietly in search of prey. It can also be used to describe the actions of people who move around quietly and sneakily, often with bad intentions.

5. Synonyms:

• Creep
• Sneak
• Stalk
• Lurk
• Skulk

6. Related Words:

• Growl
• Scowl
• Howls
• Yowls
• Fowls

7. Example Sentences:

• As the sun set, the lion began to prowl around the edge of the forest.
• The burglars were seen prowling around the neighborhood late at night.
• She felt a chill run down her spine as she saw the man prowl towards her.