5 letter words starting with DEC

Decay 1. Parts of Speech:

Noun, Verb

2. Definitions:

a. (Noun) the state or process of rotting or decomposition.
b. (Verb) to rot or decompose through the action of bacteria and fungi.

3. Pronunciations:

US: /dɪˈkeɪ/ (dih-KAY)
UK: /dɪˈkeɪ/ (dih-KAY)

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "decay" originated from the Old French word "decair" meaning "to decay". It has been used in English since the 14th century, and is commonly used to describe the process of organic matter breaking down over time. It can also be used metaphorically to describe the decline or deterioration of something, such as a society or an institution.

5. Synonyms:

Rot, decompose, putrefy, spoil, deteriorate, decline, degenerate, wither, perish, crumble.

6. Related Words:

Waste, mold, rust, mould, slime.

7. Example Sentences:

a. The decay of the fallen leaves provided nutrients for the soil.
b. The abandoned house was in a state of decay.
c. The tooth had decayed beyond repair.
d. The citys infrastructure was in a state of decay.
e. The old wooden fence had begun to decay and fall apart.

Decay 1. Parts of Speech:

Noun, Verb

2. Definitions:

a. (Noun) the state or process of rotting or decomposition.
b. (Verb) to rot or decompose through the action of bacteria and fungi.

3. Pronunciations:

US: /dɪˈkeɪ/ (dih-KAY)
UK: /dɪˈkeɪ/ (dih-KAY)

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "decay" originated from the Old French word "decair" meaning "to decay". It has been used in English since the 14th century, and is commonly used to describe the process of organic matter breaking down over time. It can also be used metaphorically to describe the decline or deterioration of something, such as a society or an institution.

5. Synonyms:

Rot, decompose, putrefy, spoil, deteriorate, decline, degenerate, wither, perish, crumble.

6. Related Words:

Waste, mold, rust, mould, slime.

7. Example Sentences:

a. The decay of the fallen leaves provided nutrients for the soil.
b. The abandoned house was in a state of decay.
c. The tooth had decayed beyond repair.
d. The citys infrastructure was in a state of decay.
e. The old wooden fence had begun to decay and fall apart.

Decaf

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A type of coffee that has had its caffeine removed.

Pronunciation (US): /dɪˈkæf/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˌdiːˈkæf/

Origin and Usage: The term "decaf" is a shortened form of "decaffeinated". It was first used in the early 20th century to describe coffee that had undergone a process to remove caffeine. Decaf has become increasingly popular in recent years due to concerns about the negative health effects of caffeine.

Synonyms: Decaffeinated coffee, caffeine-free coffee

Related Words: Coffee, Latte, Mocha, Brews, Blend

Example Sentences:

• He ordered a decaf coffee because he was sensitive to caffeine.
• She always drank decaf after 4 pm to avoid trouble sleeping.
• The cafe offers decaf as an option for all of their coffee drinks.