5 letter words starting with PER

Perky

1. Parts of Speech: Adjective
2. Definitions: (1) Cheerful and lively in manner or appearance. (2) Having a jaunty or pert quality.
3. Pronunciations: US: /ˈpərki/ UK: /ˈpəːki/
4. Origin and Usage: The word "perky" originated in the early 19th century, from the word "perk" meaning to raise up or become erect. It is commonly used to describe someone or something that is lively, cheerful, and full of energy. It can also be used to describe something that is jaunty or pert in appearance.
5. Synonyms: Cheerful, lively, bubbly, vivacious, jaunty, pert, sprightly, animated, ebullient, peppy.
6. Related Words: Peppy, chirp, sprit, jolly, chirr.
7. Example Sentences:
   • She had a perky personality that made everyone around her feel happy.
   • The little dog had a perky tail that wagged all the time.
   • She wore a perky little hat that made her look jaunty and confident.
   • The perky music put everyone in a good mood.

Perks 1. Parts of Speech:

Noun, Verb

2. Definitions:

Noun: Special benefits or advantages, especially ones given to employees.

Verb: To give or provide someone with perks.

3. Pronunciations:

US: /pɜrks/

UK: /pɜːks/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "perks" is a shortened form of "perquisites," which means "a privilege, gain, or profit incidental to regular salary or wages." The word has been in use since the early 17th century and is commonly used in the workplace to describe special benefits or advantages given to employees in addition to their regular salary or wages. Perks can include things like health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and free meals or snacks.

5. Synonyms:

Benefits, advantages, privileges, extras, bonuses

6. Related Words:

Bonus, extra, asset, favor, grant

7. Example Sentences:

Noun:

• Employees at the tech company enjoy a variety of perks, including free gym memberships and catered lunches.
• One of the perks of working for a large corporation is the opportunity to travel to different parts of the world.

Verb:

• The company decided to perk up its employee benefits package by offering more vacation time and flexible work hours.
• The manager promised to perk the team up by providing free coffee and donuts in the morning.

Here is the requested information on the word "perch": Perch Parts of Speech:

Noun, verb

Definitions:

1. a branch or rod on which birds perch
2. a place where someone or something rests or sits, especially a high one
3. to sit or rest on a perch
4. to place or set something on a perch

Pronunciations:

• US: /pɜrtʃ/
• UK: /pɜːtʃ/

Origin and Usage:

The word "perch" comes from the Old French word "perche," meaning "pole" or "rod." It has been used in English since the 14th century. As a noun, "perch" refers to a branch or rod on which birds perch, or a high place where someone or something rests or sits. As a verb, "perch" means to sit or rest on a perch, or to place or set something on a perch.

Synonyms:

• roost
• resting place
• seat
• standing

Related Words:

• chirp
• flute
• tweet
• whine
• climb

Example Sentences:

1. The bird sat on a perch and sang a beautiful song.
2. The cat climbed up to its perch on the windowsill.
3. The fisherman perched on a rock and cast his line into the water.
4. The vase was perched precariously on the edge of the shelf.