5 letter words ending in RK

Snark

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A person who is sarcastic, critical, and mocking in an irritating way.

Pronunciation: US: /snɑrk/ UK: /snɑːk/

Origin and Usage: The word "snark" originated from the poem "The Hunting of the Snark" by Lewis Carroll in 1876. The word is believed to be a combination of "snide" and "remark". The term "snark" is often used to describe someone who is being sarcastic or critical in a mocking way.

Synonyms: Sarcasm, mockery, derision, ridicule, taunt.

Related Words: Snare, snake, snarl, sneer, snack.

Example Sentences:

• She couldn stand his snarky comments anymore.
• The internet is full of snarky remarks and comments.
• He was known for his snarky sense of humor.
• Her snarky attitude was not appreciated by her coworkers.
• He was always quick with a snarky comeback.

Shirk

Part of Speech: Verb

Definition: To avoid or neglect a duty or responsibility.

Pronunciation (US): /ʃɜrk/

Pronunciation (UK): /ʃɜːk/

Origin and Usage: The word "shirk" comes from the Middle English word "shirken," which means to avoid work or duty. It has been in use since the 16th century. The word is commonly used in a negative context to describe someone who is not fulfilling their obligations or responsibilities.

Synonyms: Avoid, evade, dodge, escape, neglect.

Related Words: Skirt, smirk, stirk, stark, spark.

Example Sentences:

• He shirked his responsibilities and left the work for others to do.
• She was accused of shirking her duties by her boss.
• The employee was caught shirking his work.
• He shirked his studies and failed the exam.
• She never shirks from her responsibilities.

Chirk

Parts of Speech: verb

Definition: To make a cheerful or lively sound; to chirp.

Pronunciations: US: /tʃərk/; UK: /tʃəːk/

Origin and Usage: The word "chirk" is of Middle English origin and was first used in the 14th century. It is derived from the Old English word "cirecian," which means to creak or make a shrill sound. The word is still used today, although it is not as common as it once was.

Synonyms: chirp, twitter, cheep, peep, warble

Related Words: chirp, creek, trick, brick, prick

Example Sentences:

• The birds chirked cheerfully in the trees.
• She heard the sound of the crickets chirking in the grass.
• His laughter chirked up the room.

Stark Parts of Speech

Adjective, Adverb, Verb

Definitions

1. Severe or bare in appearance or outline
2. Complete, sheer, or absolute
3. Bluntly or sternly plain; not softened or glamorized
4. Utterly or completely
5. To make something completely empty or bare

Pronunciations

• US: /stɑrk/
• UK: /stɑːk/

Origin and Usage

The word "stark" originated from the Old English word "stearc," meaning stiff or strong. Its usage has evolved over time and is now used to describe something that is severe, bare, complete, or absolute. It is commonly used in literature and everyday language to describe something that is harsh, unadorned, or blunt.

Synonyms

• Harsh
• Bare
• Unadorned
• Blunt
• Sheer

Related Words

• Start
• Stare
• Stack
• Stake
• Stall

Example Sentences

1. The stark landscape was both beautiful and desolate.
2. Her stark honesty was refreshing.
3. The contrast between the stark black and white was striking.
4. He was left with a stark choice: stay and fight or flee.
5. The hurricane left the town stark and empty.

Spark

Part of Speech: Noun, Verb

Definition:

• Noun: a small fiery particle thrown off from a fire, alight in ashes, or produced by striking together two hard surfaces such as stone or metal.
• Verb: ignite or produce sparks, typically by striking together flint and steel or by a sudden electrical discharge.

Pronunciations:

• US: /spɑrk/
• UK: /spɑːk/

Origin and Usage:

The word "spark" originated from the Middle English word "sparke" which means "a small particle of fire". It has been used in English since the 14th century. The word is commonly used to refer to a small fiery particle that is thrown off from a fire or produced by striking together two hard surfaces. The word is also used as a verb to describe the act of igniting or producing sparks.

Synonyms:

• Ember
• Flame
• Ignition
• Kindling
• Light

Related Words:

• Flame
• Gleam
• Glimp
• Shine
• Spice

Example Sentences:

• The campfire was dying out, but a sudden spark caused it to flare up again.
• He struck the flint against the steel, and a shower of sparks flew out.
• Her eyes sparkled with joy when she saw the surprise.
• Their conversation sparked an idea in his mind.