5 letter words ending in PEL

Here is the requested information on "lapel": Parts of Speech

Noun

Definitions

1. The part of a garment that is turned back at the front opening.
2. A similar, often ornamental, part of a suit or jacket.

Pronunciations

• US: /ləˈpɛl/
• UK: /ləˈpɛl/

Origin and Usage

The word "lapel" originated from the Dutch word "lap" which means "piece" or "patch". It was first used in English in the 1670s to refer to the part of a garment that is turned back at the front opening. Today, "lapel" generally refers to the folded flaps of cloth on the front of a suit or jacket, which are either notched or peaked.

Synonyms

• Collar
• Flap
• Lappet
• Revers
• Turnover

Related Words

• Panel
• Label
• Maple
• Apple
• Papel

Example Sentences

1. He pinned a flower to his lapel before heading to the wedding.
2. The suit had a notch lapel and two buttons.
3. She adjusted his lapel before he went on stage.

repel Parts of Speech: verb Definitions:

• To drive away or keep at a distance; to resist the approach or advance of
• To cause distaste or aversion in; to be disgusting or offensive to
• To be resistant to something; to be impervious to

Pronunciations:

• US: /rɪˈpɛl/
• UK: /rɪˈpɛl/

Origin and Usage: The word "repel" comes from the Latin word "repellere," meaning "to drive back." It has been in use since the 15th century. The word is commonly used in the context of driving away or keeping something at a distance, such as repelling an attacker or repelling insects. It can also refer to causing distaste or aversion in someone or something. Synonyms: drive away, keep away, ward off, repulse, deter, discourage, disgust, nauseate, revolt, offend, put off Related Words: expel, rebel, spelk Example Sentences:

1. The smell of the garbage can repels the customers from the restaurant.
2. The citronella candles repel mosquitoes and other insects.
3. The army was able to repel the enemy attack and protect the city.

Impel

Parts of Speech: verb

Definition: To drive forward or urge to action; to force or compel someone to do something.

Pronunciations: US: /ɪmˈpɛl/, UK: /ɪmˈpɛl/

Origin and Usage: The word "impel" comes from the Latin word "impellere," which means "to push." It was first used in English in the 15th century. The word is often used in contexts where someone is being forced or compelled to take action.

Synonyms: drive, motivate, propel, push, spur, urge

Related Words: ample, impal, maple, pamel, plume

Example Sentences:

• The threat of war impelled the government to take action.
• The passionate speech impelled the audience to stand up and cheer.
• She felt impelled to speak out against the injustice.

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Noun, Verb

Definitions:

Noun: a small container made of bone ash used for assaying precious metals; a small shallow dish or tray made of bone ash, used for testing the purity of gold or silver by the action of the cupel on the metal.

Verb: refine (a precious metal) by cupellation.

Pronunciations:

US: /ˈkjuːpəl/

UK: /ˈkjuːpəl/

Origin and Usage:

The word "cupel" originated from the Old French word "coupele," which means "little cup." The noun form of "cupel" has been in use since the 14th century, while the verb form has been in use since the 16th century. The noun form refers to a small container made of bone ash used for assaying precious metals. The verb form refers to the process of refining a precious metal by cupellation, which involves heating the metal in a cupel so that impurities are oxidized and absorbed by the bone ash.

Synonyms:

Noun: crucible, assay cup, testing cup, testing dish

Verb: refine, purify, assay

Related Words:

coupe, cuppa, cuple

Example Sentences:

Noun: The assayer placed the gold in the cupel and heated it until the impurities were absorbed by the bone ash.

Verb: The jeweler cupelled the silver to remove the impurities and produce a pure metal.

Expel

Part of Speech: Verb

Definition: To force or kick someone or something out of a place or organization.

Pronunciations: US: /ɪkˈspɛl/; UK: /ɪkˈspɛl/

Origin and Usage: The word "expel" originated from the Latin word "expellere" which means "to drive out." It has been used in English since the 14th century. The word is commonly used in academic settings, where students can be expelled from school for violating rules.

Synonyms: Eject, oust, remove, banish, dismiss, evict.

Related Words: Elope, excel, ample, apple, maple.

Example Sentences:

• The school board decided to expel the student for cheating on the exam.
• The company decided to expel the employee for violating the companys code of conduct.
• The landlord threatened to expel the tenants for not paying rent.