5 letter words starting with WE

Webby

1. Parts of speech: adjective

2. Definitions:

• covered with or having many webs; resembling a web
• having or causing a sticky, tangled feeling

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈwɛbi/
• UK: /ˈwɛbi/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "webby" originated from the noun "web" and was first used in the early 19th century. It is commonly used to describe things that are covered in webs or have a sticky, tangled feeling. It can also be used metaphorically to describe a situation or feeling that is complicated and difficult to navigate.

5. Synonyms:

• sticky
• tangled
• entangled
• messy
• complicated

6. Related Words:

• weber
• wheby
• bewry
• brews
• byrew

7. Example Sentences:

• The old shed was webby and abandoned, covered in spiderwebs and dust.
• After walking through the dense forest, her hair was webby and tangled with leaves.
• The situation was so webby that she didn know where to start unraveling the problem.

Welch

1. Parts of Speech: verb
2. Definitions:
   • (US) to fail to fulfill a promise or obligation; to break ones word
   • (UK) same as "welsh" (offensive slang term for someone from Wales)
3. Pronunciations:
   • (US) /wɛltʃ/
   • (UK) /wɛlʃ/
4. Origin and Usage:

   The verb "welch" is derived from the noun "Welsh," which refers to the people of Wales. The origin of the verb is unclear, but it is considered offensive and inappropriate in some contexts. In the US, it is used to describe someone who fails to fulfill a promise or obligation, while in the UK it is a slang term for someone from Wales.

5. Synonyms: renege, break ones word, fail to deliver, backtrack
6. Related Words: watch, welsh, welts, wench, wrench
7. Example Sentences:
   • He promised to pay me back, but he welched on the debt.
   • In the UK, using "welch" as a slang term for someone from Wales is considered offensive.

Here is the requested information on the word "weepy": weepy

Parts of Speech: adjective

Definition: tending to weep or cry easily; tearful

Pronunciations: US: /ˈwiːpi/, UK: /ˈwiːpi/

Origin and Usage: The word "weepy" originated from the word "weep" which means to shed tears. It has been in use since the early 20th century and is commonly used to describe someone who is prone to crying or easily moved to tears.

Synonyms: teary, lachrymose, weeping, crying, tearful

Related Words: weeps, weepy

Example Sentences:

• She watched the movie and became weepy during the sad parts.
• The weepy child was comforted by his mother.
• Her weepy eyes betrayed her emotions.

Word: Weeds 1. Parts of Speech:

Noun

2. Definitions:

1. Wild plants that grow where they are not wanted and compete with cultivated plants.

2. Any plant that grows wild and profusely, especially one that grows among cultivated plants, depriving them of space, food, and light.

3. A plant considered undesirable, unattractive, or troublesome, especially one growing where it is not wanted, as in a garden.

3. Pronunciations:

US: /widz/

UK: /wiːdz/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "weeds" originated from the Old English word "wēod" which means herb, grass, weed, or sprout. The word has been used since the 14th century to describe plants that grow where they are not wanted. Weeds are a common problem for gardeners and farmers as they compete with cultivated plants for nutrients and space. However, some weeds have medicinal or nutritional value and are used in traditional medicine or as food.

5. Synonyms:

Wild plants, unwanted plants, invasive plants, noxious weeds, pest plants, undesirable plants, unattractive plants, troublesome plants.

6. Related Words:

Brier, brush, grass, herbs, thorn, thyme.

7. Example Sentences:

1. "The garden was overrun with weeds, making it difficult to grow any vegetables."

2. "The farmer spent hours pulling out the weeds from his crops."

3. "The weeds in the park were so tall that they obscured the view of the lake."

Wears

Part of Speech: Verb

Definition: To have or carry on ones body or a particular article of clothing as a covering, adornment, or protection against cold weather or injury.

Pronunciations: US: /wɛrz/; UK: /wɛəz/

Origin and Usage: The word "wears" originated from the Old English word "werian," which means "to clothe." It has been used in the English language since the 14th century. The word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.

Synonyms: Puts on, dresses in, sports, dons, slips into, outfits.

Related Words: Wears is a 5-letter word. Related words include: weans, wears, wares, warns, and warts.

Example Sentences:

• She wears a red dress to the party.
• He wears a hat to protect his head from the sun.
• The athlete wears a special suit to improve his performance.
• My friend wears glasses to see better.
• The baby wears a diaper to stay clean and dry.