5 letter words starting with DEA

dears

Parts of Speech: noun

Definitions:

• plural form of dear, meaning loved or cherished
• (used as a term of endearment) a person who is loved or cherished

Pronunciations:

• US: /dɪrz/
• UK: /dɪəz/

Origin and Usage:

The word "dears" is the plural form of "dear," which comes from the Old English word "dēore," meaning precious or valuable. "Dears" is most commonly used as a term of endearment for loved ones, such as family members or close friends. It can also be used to refer to a group of people who are cherished or important to someone.

Synonyms:

• beloveds
• darlings
• loves
• treasures

Related Words:

• dealt
• deans
• dears
• death
• debar

Example Sentences:

• "I miss my dears so much since I moved away."
• "She addressed her audience as my dears."
• "The little girl hugged her teddy bear tightly, saying you e one of my dears, too!"

Dealt

Part of Speech: verb

Definition: past tense and past participle of deal

Pronunciation (US): /dɛlt/

Pronunciation (UK): /dɛlt/

Origin and Usage: Dealt is the past tense and past participle form of the verb deal. The word deal has its origins in Middle English and Old English dǣlan, meaning to divide, share, or distribute. The verb deal is commonly used to mean to distribute or give out something, to handle or manage a situation, or to engage in a commercial transaction. Dealt is used to describe a past action of dealing.

Synonyms: handled, managed, distributed, gave out, dispensed, traded, negotiated, transacted

Related Words: plead, ideal, steal, metal, realty

Example Sentences:

• He dealt the cards to the players.
• She dealt with the situation calmly and efficiently.
• They dealt in antique furniture and rare books.
• The company dealt with the issue promptly and satisfactorily.
• The judge dealt a harsh sentence to the convicted criminal.