5 letter words starting with GOA

Word: goads

1. Parts of Speech: noun, verb

2. Definitions:

1. a stick with a pointed end used for driving cattle or oxen; a prod (noun)
2. stimulate or provoke (someone) to action (verb)

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /ɡoʊdz/
• UK: /ɡəʊdz/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "goads" originated from Middle English "gode" which means "spur for driving cattle". It has been used since the 14th century. The verb form of "goads" has been used to describe the act of stimulating or provoking someone to take action since the 16th century.

5. Synonyms:

• prod
• spur
• egging
• incitement
• motivation
• encouragement

6. Related Words:

• goals
• loads
• dagos
• dongs
• boast

7. Example Sentences:

1. He used a goad to drive the cattle to the market.
2. The coach goaded the team to play harder.

Goals

1. Parts of Speech: Noun
2. Definition: The object of a persons ambition or effort; an aim or desired result.
3. Pronunciations: US: /ɡoʊlz/, UK: /ɡəʊlz/
4. Origin and Usage: The word "goals" originated from the Old English word "gāl" which means "boundary, limit". It has been used in English since the 15th century to refer to a physical boundary or limit. In the 16th century, it was used to mean "end point of a race". Today, it is commonly used to refer to a desired outcome or objective that a person or organization is working towards.
5. Synonyms: Objectives, targets, aims, ambitions, purposes
6. Related Words: Aims, tasks, plans, dreams, hopes
7. Example Sentences:
   • Her goal is to become a doctor and help people.
   • The companys goal is to increase profits by 20% this year.
   • He scored the winning goal in the championship game.
   • The team set a new record by scoring 100 goals in a single season.
   • She achieved her goal of running a marathon in under 4 hours.

Goats

1. Parts of Speech: Noun (plural)

2. Definitions:

• a ruminant mammal with a pointed beard and horns, belonging to the genus Capra
• a scapegoat; someone who is blamed for the mistakes of others

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /ɡoʊts/
• UK: /ɡəʊts/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "goats" comes from the Old English word "gāt," which means "she-goat." Goats are domesticated animals that are commonly raised for their milk, meat, and wool. They are also popular as pets and used in animal-assisted therapy. The term "scapegoat" comes from the ancient practice of placing the sins of the community on a goat and then sending it into the wilderness to atone for those sins.

5. Synonyms:

• Caprine
• Billy goats
• Nanny goats

6. Related Words:

• Sheep
• Cowls
• Horns
• Mules
• Chimp

7. Example Sentences:

• The farmer raised goats for their milk and meat.
• She was made the scapegoat for the teams failure.

Here is the requested information on the word "goaty": 1. **Parts of Speech:** Adjective 2. **Definitions:** having the smell or taste of a goat; resembling or characteristic of a goat 3. **Pronunciations:** US: /ˈɡoʊti/; UK: /ˈɡəʊti/ 4. **Origin and Usage:** The word "goaty" is derived from the noun "goat" and is used to describe something that smells or tastes like a goat or has the characteristics of a goat. It is commonly used to describe the flavor of certain cheeses or the scent of a person or animal. In recent years, the term has also been used in popular culture to describe a person who behaves like a goat or has goat-like features. 5. **Synonyms:** caprine, goat-like 6. **Related Words:** billy, nanny, bleat, hoofs, horns 7. **Example Sentences:** - The cheese had a distinct goaty flavor that some found unpleasant. - The room smelled goaty after the farmer brought in his herd of goats. - His goaty beard and mischievous grin made him look like a trickster from an old folktale.