5 letter words starting with SCOR

5 letter words starting with SCOR in English

5 letter words starting with SCORE


5 letter words starting with SCORN


Common 5 letter words starting with SCOR with meaning

WordDefinition
SCORE
Score

Parts of Speech: Noun, verb

Definitions:

  • Noun: a number or amount achieved in a test or game; a group or set of 20; a written or printed musical composition; the written or printed form of a musical composition
  • Verb: to gain a point or points in a game or test; to achieve a particular number or result; to write or arrange (music); to make cuts or notches on (a surface); to mark (a surface) with lines or notches; to record (a debt or payment) in a book or accounts; to make (a groove or indentation) in a surface; to scratch or incise (a surface); to make (a line or lines) on a surface; to keep a record of (a debt or payment)

Pronunciations:

  • US: /skɔr/
  • UK: /skɔː/

Origin and Usage:

The word "score" comes from the Old Norse word "skor" meaning "a notch or incision." It has been used in English since the 14th century. As a noun, it is commonly used to refer to a number or amount achieved in a test or game. As a verb, it is commonly used to refer to gaining points in a game or test, or to making cuts or marks on a surface.

Synonyms:

  • Win
  • Record
  • Tally
  • Achievement
  • Mark

Related Words:

  • Chore
  • Store
  • Force
  • Spore
  • More

Example Sentences:

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SCORN
Scorn

Part of Speech: Noun, verb

Definition: A feeling of contempt or disdain for someone or something; to treat someone or something with contempt or disdain

Pronunciations: US: /skɔrn/, UK: /skɔːn/

Origin and Usage: The word "scorn" comes from the Old Norse word "skorn," which means "mockery." It was first used in the 13th century. The word is commonly used in English literature, particularly in Shakespearean plays.

Synonyms: Disdain, contempt, derision, disrespect, mockery

Related Words: Sneer, taunt, jeer, mock, deris

Example Sentences:

  • She looked at him with scorn when he suggested they eat at McDonalds.
  • The politician faced scorn from the public after his controversial remarks.
  • He scorned the idea of taking a break and insisted on working through the night.
  • The group of kids scorned the new student for being different.