5 letter words starting with WI

Parts of Speech

Width is a noun.

Definitions

Width refers to the measurement or extent of something from side to side. It is the distance between the two opposite sides of an object, space, or area.

Pronunciations

US: /wɪdθ/

UK: /wɪdθ/

Origin and Usage

The word "width" originated from the Old English word "wīdðu," which means "breadth, width." It has been in use since the 14th century and is commonly used in everyday language to describe the size or dimension of something.

Synonyms

• breadth
• dimension
• extent
• measurement
• span

Related Words

• depth
• height
• length
• range
• scope

Example Sentences

• The width of the room is ten feet.
• He measured the width of the river with a tape measure.
• The width of the bookshelf is too narrow for the books to fit.
• The width of the road was reduced due to construction.
• She calculated the width of the fabric needed for the dress.

Wises

1. Parts of Speech: verb

2. Definitions:

• To become aware or informed; to gain knowledge or understanding.
• To advise or counsel.
• To make or express a decision or judgment.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /waɪzɪz/
• UK: /waɪzɪz/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "wises" is a verb that originated from the Old English word "wīsian," meaning "to show the way, guide, direct." It is commonly used in informal or colloquial contexts to mean becoming aware or informed, advising or counseling, or making a decision or judgment.

5. Synonyms:

• Advise
• Counsel
• Inform
• Judge
• Decide

6. Related Words:

• Wised
• Wiser
• Wises
• Wisps
• Witch

7. Example Sentences:

• After doing some research, he wises up about the true cost of the project.
• The manager wised the team about the new company policy.
• She wised to take the job offer after considering all the pros and cons.

Word: Wired

1. Parts of Speech: Adjective, Verb

2. Definitions:

1. Adjective: Connected by wires or cables.
2. Adjective: Excited or nervous; unable to relax.
3. Verb: Connect (an electronic device) to a computer or other electronic device by means of wires or cables.
4. Verb: Install or fit (something) with wires or cables.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /waɪrd/
• UK: /waɪəd/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "wired" originated in the early 20th century from the word "wire" which means a thin, flexible thread of metal. It was first used to describe the connection of electronic devices with wires or cables. Over time, it also came to be used to describe a person who is excited or nervous, as if their nerves were connected by wires. Today, "wired" is commonly used to describe electronic connections, as well as to describe a persons emotional state.

5. Synonyms:

• Adjective: Connected, linked, attached, plugged in.
• Adjective: Excited, nervous, agitated, jumpy.
• Verb: Connect, link, attach, plug in.

6. Related Words: Weird, width, wiper, woken, wrote.

7. Example Sentences:

1. He was wired to the internet all day long.
2. She was too wired to sleep after the exciting concert.
3. He wired the speakers to the amplifier.
4. The electrician wired the new house for electricity.

Winos

1. Parts of Speech: Noun

2. Definitions: Winos refers to a group of people who are chronic alcoholics and spend most of their time drinking wine.

3. Pronunciations: US: /ˈwaɪnoʊz/; UK: /ˈwaɪnəʊz/

4. Origin and Usage: The term "winos" originated in the United States in the early 20th century. It is a colloquial term used to describe people who are addicted to drinking wine and often live on the streets. The term has negative connotations and is considered offensive by some people.

5. Synonyms: Alcoholics, drunkards, boozers, lushes, sots.

6. Related Words: Booze, drunk, grape, grape, liquor.

7. Example Sentences:

• The park was filled with winos who had passed out on the benches.
• He spent all his money on wine and became a wino.
• She felt sorry for the winos who were living on the streets.
• Winos often suffer from health problems due to their addiction.

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1. Parts of Speech: Noun

2. Definitions:

1. An alcoholic drink made from fermented grapes or other fruits.
2. The fermented juice of grapes used as a beverage or for making vinegar.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /waɪnz/
• UK: /waɪnz/

4. Origin and Usage: Wines have been produced for thousands of years, with evidence of wine production dating back to ancient civilizations. Wine is often associated with celebrations and special occasions, and is enjoyed by people all over the world. The production of wine is a complex process that involves growing grapes, harvesting them, and fermenting the juice. Different types of wines are produced using different grape varieties and fermentation methods.

5. Synonyms: Red wine, white wine, rose wine, sparkling wine, dessert wine, fortified wine

6. Related Words: Vines, twine, tines, mines, lines

7. Example Sentences:

• The restaurant has an extensive selection of wines from around the world.
• She enjoys a glass of red wine with her dinner every evening.
• The winery produces a variety of wines, including a popular chardonnay.
• He brought a bottle of wine to the party as a gift.