5 letter words starting with HAV

Parts of Speech

Haven is a noun and a verb.

Definitions

As a noun, haven means a place of safety or refuge, or a harbor or port. As a verb, it means to provide a safe place or refuge.

Pronunciations

US: /ˈheɪvən/

UK: /ˈheɪv(ə)n/

Origin and Usage

The word haven comes from the Old English word "hæfen" which means port or harbor. It has been used in English since the 14th century. The word is commonly used to describe a place of safety or refuge, such as a harbor or port, or a place where someone can find peace or security.

Synonyms

As a noun, synonyms for haven include refuge, sanctuary, shelter, harbor, port, and safe haven. As a verb, synonyms include shelter, protect, harbor, and provide refuge.

Related Words

beach, coast, cove, inlet, wharf

Example Sentences

• As a noun: She found a haven in the small town after fleeing the city.
• As a verb: The organization works to help refugees find a place to haven from persecution.

haver

Part of Speech: verb

Definition: to talk or babble foolishly or at length; to be indecisive or uncertain

Pronunciations: US: /ˈheɪvər/, UK: /ˈheɪvə/

Origin and Usage: The word "haver" originated in Scotland in the 16th century and is still commonly used in Scottish English. It comes from the Old Norse word "hafra," which means "to talk foolishly." The word can be used to describe someone who talks too much or someone who is indecisive or uncertain.

Synonyms: blather, prattle, babble, chatter, ramble, waffle, dither, vacillate, hesitate, waver

Related Words: crave, fever, favor, hover, laver

Example Sentences:

• She would haver on for hours about nothing in particular.
• Hes been havering for weeks about whether or not to take the job.
• Stop havering and make a decision!

haves

1. Parts of Speech: Noun, Plural

2. Definitions:

• People who possess wealth or material possessions.
• Those who have achieved success or power in society.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /heɪvz/
• UK: /hævz/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "haves" originated in the English language and is used to describe people who possess wealth, material possessions, or have achieved success or power in society. It is often used in contrast to the term "have-nots" which refers to people who lack these things. The term is commonly used in discussions about social and economic inequality.

5. Synonyms:

• Affluent
• Rich
• Wealthy
• Successful
• Powerful

6. Related Words:

• Heave
• Shave
• Waves
• Crave
• Brave

7. Example Sentences:

• The haves in society often have more opportunities for success than the have-nots.
• She was born into the haves and has never had to worry about money.
• Many people believe that the haves should do more to help the have-nots.

Parts of Speech

Noun

Definitions

1. Widespread destruction; great confusion or disorder.
2. A state of chaos or confusion.

Pronunciations

• US: /ˈhævək/
• UK: /ˈhævək/

Origin and Usage

The word "havoc" comes from the Old French word "havot", which means "plunder" or "pillaging". It was originally used in the context of warfare to describe the widespread destruction and chaos caused by an invading army. Today, the word is used more broadly to describe any situation in which there is widespread destruction or chaos.

Synonyms

• Devastation
• Ruination
• Destruction
• Mayhem
• Chaos

Related Words

• Chive
• Shave
• Crave
• Leave
• Brave

Example Sentences

• The hurricane wreaked havoc on the small island.
• The new manager caused havoc in the office by changing all the policies.
• The sudden snowstorm created havoc on the roads, causing many accidents.