5 letter words starting with FIS

Dictionary Entry: Fishy 1. Parts of Speech:

Adjective

2. Definitions:

1. having the smell, taste, or appearance of fish
2. suspicious or untrustworthy

3. Pronunciations:

US: /ˈfɪʃi/

UK: /ˈfɪʃi/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "fishy" is derived from the Middle English word "fisshy," which means "fishlike." The word is most commonly used to describe something that smells or tastes like fish. It can also be used to describe something that seems suspicious or untrustworthy. This usage dates back to the 17th century.

5. Synonyms:

• suspect
• dubious
• questionable
• shady
• sketchy

6. Related Words:

• smell
• taste
• odour
• aroma
• whiff

7. Example Sentences:

1. The fishy smell of the market overwhelmed her senses.
2. The story he told sounded fishy to her.

Parts of Speech

Fists is a noun.

Definitions

Fists refer to the hand when it is tightly closed with the fingers bent inwards towards the palm.

Pronunciations

• US: /fɪsts/
• UK: /fɪsts/

Origin and Usage

The word "fists" originated from the Old English word "fyst" and has been used in the English language since the 14th century. It is commonly used to refer to the act of punching or striking someone with a closed hand.

Synonyms

Some synonyms of fists include closed hand, knuckles, paw, and mitt.

Related Words

Related 5 letter words include feist, shift, and stiff.

Example Sentences

• He clenched his fists in anger.
• The boxer hit his opponent with a powerful fist.
• She pounded her fists on the table in frustration.