5 letter words starting with MO

Definition of Mogul 1. Parts of Speech

Noun, Adjective

2. Definitions

As a noun, mogul refers to a powerful or wealthy person, especially in the entertainment or media industry. As an adjective, mogul means relating to or characteristic of a mogul.

3. Pronunciations (US, UK)

US: /ˈmoʊɡəl/

UK: /ˈməʊɡ(ə)l/

4. Origin and Usage

The word mogul comes from the Persian word "mughul," which means Mongol. It was originally used to describe the Mongol Empire in the 16th century. In the 19th century, the word was adopted into English to describe a powerful or wealthy person, especially in the entertainment or media industry. Today, mogul is commonly used to describe successful individuals in various industries.

5. Synonyms

tycoon, magnate, baron, captain of industry, bigwig, heavyweight, top dog, VIP, celebrity, star

6. Related Words

media, power, money, elite, fame

7. Example Sentences

• As a mogul in the tech industry, she was invited to speak at the conference.
• The entertainment moguls latest movie is expected to be a box office hit.
• The moguls mansion was the largest and most luxurious in the city.
• She was known for her mogul-like presence in the boardroom.

Mouse

A mouse is a noun and part of speech that refers to a small, furry rodent with a pointed snout, rounded ears, and a long, hairless tail. (US pronunciation: /maʊs/; UK pronunciation: /maʊs/).

The word "mouse" originated from Middle English "mous" and Old English "mus". It has been used in English since the 14th century and is commonly used to refer to the small rodent that is often considered a pest in homes and other buildings.

Some synonyms for "mouse" include rodent, vermin, and pest. Related 5-letter words include "rat", "vole", and "shrew".

Example sentences:

• The mouse scurried across the kitchen floor.
• She set a trap to catch the mice in her attic.
• He used a computer mouse to navigate the screen.

moron

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A person who is notably stupid or lacking in good judgment.

Pronunciation (US): /ˈmɔːrɑːn/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈmɒrɒn/

Origin and Usage: The word "moron" originated in the early 20th century from a medical term used to describe a person with a mental age of between 8 and 12 years old. The term was later used more broadly to describe someone who is stupid or lacking in good judgment.

Synonyms: Idiot, imbecile, fool, simpleton, nitwit

Related Words: Dumbo, goony, klutz, ninny, twerp

Example Sentences:

• Hes such a moron for thinking he could jump off that building and not get hurt.
• Shes a complete moron for leaving her phone in the taxi.
• The politicians comments were so moronic that he lost all credibility with the public.

Parts of Speech

moots (noun, verb)

Definitions

noun: a hypothetical case argued by law students as an exercise.

verb: raise (a question or topic) for discussion; suggest (an idea or possibility).

Pronunciations

US: /muts/

UK: /muːts/

Origin and Usage

The word "moots" originated from the Old English word "mot," which means a meeting or assembly. In modern usage, "moots" refers to a hypothetical case that is discussed and debated by law students as an exercise. It can also be used as a verb to mean raising a question or topic for discussion or suggesting an idea or possibility.

Synonyms

debate, discuss, argue, deliberate, consider

Related Words

debts, meets, smote, tomes

Example Sentences

noun: The law students spent hours preparing for the moots competition.

verb: The professor mooted the idea of a group project to the class.

Parts of Speech

Moxie is a noun.

Definitions

Moxie means courage, determination, or energy.

Pronunciations

• US: /ˈmɑksi/
• UK: /ˈmɒksi/

Origin and Usage

Moxie originated in the United States in the late 19th century and was initially used as a trademark name for a type of carbonated soft drink. The word "moxie" soon became associated with the drinks purported ability to give people energy and courage. By the early 20th century, "moxie" was being used more generally to refer to a persons ability to face challenges with determination and courage. Today, "moxie" is a common term used to describe someone who has an abundance of energy, determination, and courage.

Synonyms

• grit
• guts
• nerve
• spunk
• tenacity

Related Words

• brave
• pluck
• valor
• zeal

Example Sentences

• She had the moxie to stand up to her boss and demand a raise.
• He showed a lot of moxie by starting his own business.
• Shes got moxie, thats for sure.