5 letter words starting with CRE

Creed

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A set of beliefs or aims that guide someones actions.

Pronunciation (US): /krid/

Pronunciation (UK): /kriːd/

Origin and Usage: The word "creed" comes from the Old English word "crēda" which means "article or statement of faith." It has been used in English since the 9th century. "Creed" is often used in a religious context to describe a statement of faith or belief, but it can also be used more broadly to describe any set of beliefs or guiding principles.

Synonyms: Belief, doctrine, dogma, ideology, philosophy, principle, tenet.

Related Words: Credo, creda, ceder, cedar, cared.

Example Sentences:

• His creed was to always tell the truth, no matter what.
• The companys creed is to provide the best customer service possible.
• She lived her life according to the creed of kindness and compassion.
• The political partys creed was based on the principles of freedom and equality.
• The athletes creed was to never give up, even in the face of adversity.

Crepe

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A thin, light pancake typically served with sweet or savory fillings.

Pronunciation (US): /kreɪp/

Pronunciation (UK): /kreɪp/

Origin and Usage: The word "crepe" comes from the French word "crêpe," which means "pancake." Crepes are a popular dish in France and other parts of Europe, and they have become increasingly popular in the United States and other parts of the world in recent years.

Synonyms: Pancake, blintz, flapjack, hotcake.

Related Words: Flaky, crumb, crust, dough, flake.

Example Sentences:

• She ordered a crepe filled with Nutella and bananas for breakfast.
• He made savory crepes filled with ham and cheese for dinner.
• The restaurant specializes in sweet and savory crepes.

Creep

Part of speech: verb, noun

Definition:

• Verb: to move slowly and quietly, usually in a way that is not noticed; to make someone feel nervous or uncomfortable; to develop gradually without being noticed.
• Noun: a person who behaves in an unpleasantly unctuous way.

Pronunciations:

• US: /kriːp/
• UK: /kriːp/

Origin and Usage:

The word "creep" originated from the Old English word "creopan" which means "to creep, crawl". It has been used in English since the 14th century. The verb form of "creep" is commonly used to describe someone or something moving slowly and quietly, often in a way that is unnoticeable or creepy. The noun form of "creep" is used to describe a person who behaves in an unpleasantly unctuous way.

Synonyms:

• Verb: crawl, slink, sneak, tiptoe, skulk
• Noun: sycophant, flatterer, toady, lickspittle, fawner

Related Words:

• creed
• creel
• creep
• creme
• crepe

Example Sentences:

• She crept up behind him and surprised him.
• The thought of spiders creeping along the walls made her shudder.
• He always gave her a creepy feeling.
• The politician was a creep who would do anything to get ahead.

Parts of Speech

Creek is a noun.

Definitions

A creek is a small stream or a narrow, sheltered waterway that flows into a larger body of water, such as a river, lake, or ocean. It can also refer to a narrow, sheltered inlet in the shore of a body of water.

Pronunciations

US: /krik/

UK: /kriːk/

Origin and Usage

The word "creek" originated in Middle English as "creke" and Old Norse as "kriki," meaning a bend or nook. It has been used to describe small streams and inlets since the 15th century. Creeks are often found in natural settings such as forests, mountains, and plains, and have been important water sources for humans and wildlife throughout history. Today, creeks are often used for recreational activities such as fishing, swimming, and kayaking.

Synonyms

• Stream
• Rivulet
• Brook
• Runnel

Related Words

• Brook
• Flume
• River
• Spring
• Swamp

Example Sentences

1. They went for a walk along the creek and saw a family of ducks swimming in the water.
2. The cabin was situated on a hill overlooking a picturesque creek.
3. The kayakers paddled upstream against the current of the narrow creek.
4. The creek dried up during the summer months, leaving the surrounding vegetation parched and brown.
5. She sat on the bank of the creek and watched the water flow by, lost in thought.

Creed

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A set of beliefs or aims that guide someones actions.

Pronunciation (US): /krid/

Pronunciation (UK): /kriːd/

Origin and Usage: The word "creed" comes from the Old English word "crēda" which means "article or statement of faith." It has been used in English since the 9th century. "Creed" is often used in a religious context to describe a statement of faith or belief, but it can also be used more broadly to describe any set of beliefs or guiding principles.

Synonyms: Belief, doctrine, dogma, ideology, philosophy, principle, tenet.

Related Words: Credo, creda, ceder, cedar, cared.

Example Sentences:

• His creed was to always tell the truth, no matter what.
• The companys creed is to provide the best customer service possible.
• She lived her life according to the creed of kindness and compassion.
• The political partys creed was based on the principles of freedom and equality.
• The athletes creed was to never give up, even in the face of adversity.