5 letter words starting with RAT

Here is the requested information about the word "rates": 1. **Parts of Speech:** Rates is a noun and a verb. 2. **Definitions:** - As a noun, rates means "a measure, quantity, or frequency, typically one measured against another quantity or measure" (e.g., "the crime rate has increased"). - As a verb, rates means "to estimate the value or worth of something" (e.g., "he rates his skills highly"). 3. **Pronunciations:** - US: /reɪts/ - UK: /reɪts/ 4. **Origin and Usage:** The word "rates" originated from the Latin word "rata" which means "fixed portion." It has been in use since the 14th century and has been used in various contexts, such as finance, economics, and statistics. In recent years, it has also been used in popular culture, such as in song lyrics and movie titles. 5. **Synonyms:** - As a noun: ratio, proportion, percentage - As a verb: evaluate, assess, appraise 6. **Related Words:** - Artel - Aster - Taser - Stare - Tares 7. **Example Sentences:** - Noun: The interest rate on the loan is too high. - Verb: She rates his cooking skills as excellent.

Ratel

Parts of Speech: Noun

Definitions:

1. A carnivorous mammal of southern Africa that resembles both a badger and a honey badger.
2. Another term for honey badger.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈreɪtəl/
• UK: /ˈreɪt(ə)l/

Origin and Usage:

The word "ratel" comes from the Afrikaans word "ratel" which means "rattle" or "rattlebox." The name "ratel" is derived from the sound that the animal makes when it is threatened. The term has been in use since the 18th century.

Synonyms: honey badger, Mellivora capensis

Related Words: badger, ferret, weasel

Example Sentences:

1. The ratel is known for its fierce and aggressive nature.
2. The ratel is a solitary animal that is active during the day and night.
3. Despite its small size, the ratel is a fearsome predator that can take on animals much larger than itself.