5 letter words starting with SLE

Sleet

Part of Speech: Noun, Verb

Definition: Sleet is a form of precipitation consisting of ice pellets, often mixed with rain or snow. As a verb, it means to fall as sleet.

Pronunciations: US: /slit/, UK: /sliːt/

Origin and Usage: The word sleet comes from the Old English word "slete," which means "hail." Sleet is a common form of winter precipitation in many parts of the world, often occurring when raindrops freeze as they fall through a layer of subfreezing air. It is also common during winter storms, when it can cause hazardous driving conditions.

Synonyms: Ice pellets, hail, freezing rain

Related Words: Snowy, frost, slush, frost, icier

Example Sentences:

• The weather forecast predicts sleet and freezing rain tonight.
• She slipped on the sleet-covered sidewalk and fell.
• The sleet made driving conditions treacherous.
• The roofs were covered with a layer of sleet.

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Sleek is an adjective.

Definitions:

1. Having a smooth, glossy, and shiny surface or appearance. 2. Having an elegant and streamlined shape or form. 3. Smooth and efficient in movement or operation.

Pronunciations:

US: /slik/; UK: /sliːk/

Origin and Usage:

The word "sleek" originated from the Old English word "slician" which means "to make smooth or glossy". It has been in use since the 14th century. The word is commonly used to describe objects or surfaces that are smooth, shiny, and well-groomed. It can also be used to describe animals with shiny, well-kept fur or feathers. In a figurative sense, it can be used to describe a person or thing that is smooth, polished, and sophisticated in manner.

Synonyms:

Smooth, glossy, shiny, lustrous, polished, suave, sophisticated, elegant, streamlined, efficient.

Related Words:

Chic, sleek, stick, click, quick, thick, trick, flick, prick, brick.

Example Sentences:

1. The sleek sports car gleamed in the sunlight. 2. The sleek yacht sailed smoothly across the bay. 3. The sleek new smartphone was a hit with consumers. 4. The sleek black cat purred contentedly on the windowsill. 5. The sleek and well-dressed businessman exuded confidence as he entered the boardroom.