5 letter words ending in REAK

Break Parts of Speech

Noun, verb

Definitions

Noun: an interruption or cessation of continuity or uniformity.

Verb: separate or cause to separate into pieces as a result of a blow, shock, or strain.

Pronunciations

US: /breɪk/

UK: /brɛk/

Origin and Usage

The word "break" originated from Old English "brecan", which means to break, shatter, or burst. It has been used in English since the 12th century. The noun form has been used since the 14th century to describe a sudden interruption or cessation of something, while the verb form has been used since the 16th century to describe the act of separating something into pieces.

Synonyms

Noun: interruption, pause, gap, cessation, discontinuity

Verb: shatter, smash, fracture, split, snap

Related Words

braid, bread, bring, broad, brush

Example Sentences

Noun: The sudden break in the music startled her.

Verb: He tried to break the vase, but it wouldn shatter.

Definition of Creak

Parts of Speech: verb, noun

Definition:

• Verb: to make a harsh, high-pitched sound when being moved or when pressure or weight is applied.
• Noun: a harsh, high-pitched sound made by something that is being moved or under pressure.

Pronunciations:

• US: /krik/
• UK: /kriːk/

Origin and Usage:

The word "creak" originated from Middle English "creken", which means "to make a harsh noise". It is believed to be onomatopoeic in nature, meaning the word sounds like the sound it describes. The word can be used in a variety of contexts, such as describing the sound of a door opening or the sound of a rusty hinge.

Synonyms:

• Grate
• Squeak
• Screech

Related Words:

• Creaky
• Cream
• Crate

Example Sentences:

• The old wooden floorboards creaked under his feet as he walked.
• She tried to open the door quietly, but it creaked loudly.
• The rusty gate creaked as it was pushed open.

Heres the information you requested: Word: Freak 1. Parts of Speech:

Noun, verb, adjective

2. Definitions:

As a noun, "freak" means a person or thing that is strange or unusual. As a verb, it means to become very excited about something. As an adjective, it means strange, unusual, or unexpected.

3. Pronunciations (US, UK):

US: /frik/

UK: /friːk/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "freak" originated in the early 16th century from the word "freak" meaning capricious whim. It was originally used to describe a sudden change or unexpected occurrence. Over time, the meaning of the word evolved to include a person or thing that is strange or unusual. Today, "freak" is commonly used in casual conversation to describe something that is out of the ordinary or unexpected.

5. Synonyms:

Weird, odd, unusual, bizarre, eccentric, peculiar, outlandish, unconventional, extraordinary, exceptional, unprecedented

6. Related Words:

Quirk, wacky, kooky, zany, odder

7. Example Sentences:

Noun: "Her purple hair and bright green eyes made her a real freak in the conservative town."

Verb: "He freaked out when he saw the spider crawling up his arm."

Adjective: "The freak storm caused widespread damage throughout the city."

Wreak

Parts of Speech: verb

Definitions:

• To cause or inflict (damage, harm, or punishment).
• To express or vent (anger, vengeance, etc.)

Pronunciations:

• US: /riːk/
• UK: /riːk/

Origin and Usage:

The word "wreak" originated in Middle English from the Old English word "wrecan" which means "to drive out, punish". It has been used in English since the 13th century primarily in the context of causing or inflicting damage or harm. It is commonly used in literature and in everyday language.

Synonyms:

• inflict
• cause
• create
• produce
• bring about

Related Words:

• wreck
• break
• shake
• steak
• leaky

Example Sentences:

• She will wreak her vengeance on those who have wronged her.
• The storm is expected to wreak havoc on the coastal towns.
• He vowed to wreak destruction on his enemies.