5 letter words starting with WIT

Witch

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A woman who practices magic or sorcery, typically depicted as an old woman with a hooked nose and a black hat.

Pronunciation (US): /wɪtʃ/

Pronunciation (UK): /wɪtʃ/

Origin and Usage: The word "witch" comes from the Old English word "wicca" which means "sorcerer" or "wizard." The word has been used since the Middle Ages to describe women who were believed to have supernatural powers and were often accused of practicing magic. In modern times, the word is often used in a fictional context, such as in books and movies about witches and wizards.

Synonyms: Sorceress, enchantress, crone, hag, magician, wizard

Related Words: Magic, spell, curse, ghost, demon

Example Sentences:

• She was accused of being a witch and was burned at the stake.
• The old woman was rumored to be a witch who could cast spells on people.
• In the movie, the witch was portrayed as an evil character who wanted to take over the world.

Here is the information on the word "withe": Withe 1. Parts of Speech:

Noun, verb

2. Definitions:

As a noun, "withe" refers to a flexible twig or branch used for binding things together. As a verb, it means to bind or twist together with a flexible twig or branch.

3. Pronunciations:

US: /ˈwaɪð/

UK: /ˈwɪð/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "withe" comes from the Old English word "wītha," which means "willow." It has been in use since the 14th century. It is often used in rural or agricultural contexts to refer to the practice of binding things together with flexible twigs or branches.

5. Synonyms:

Bind, twist, tie, fasten

6. Related Words:

Twine, rope, braid, knot, lasso

7. Example Sentences:

As a noun:

• The farmer used a with to tie up the hay bales.
• She wove a basket out of willow withes.

As a verb:

• He withed the branches together to create a sturdy fence.
• She withed the reeds into a beautiful mat.

Here is the dictionary-style entry for "withy": withy

Part of Speech: noun

Definition: A pliant twig or branch, usually of willow, used for binding things.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈwɪθi/; UK: /ˈwɪði/

Origin and Usage: The word "withy" is derived from Old English "withe" which means "willow". It has been used in English since the 14th century. Withies are commonly used in basket weaving, gardening, and binding objects together.

Synonyms: osier, willow twig, wicker, twig

Related Words: willow, twine, wince, wiper, witty

Example Sentences:

• She used a withy to tie the branches together.
• The basket was made from withies woven together.
• The gardeners used withies to support the growing plants.

Witty

Parts of Speech: adjective

Definition: showing or characterized by quick and inventive verbal humor.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈwɪti/; UK: /ˈwɪti/

Origin and Usage: The word "witty" originated from the Old English word "wittig" which means "clever". The word has been used in English since the 14th century. It is commonly used to describe someone who is quick-witted and has a clever sense of humor.

Synonyms: humorous, clever, amusing, droll, entertaining

Related Words: witty, twit, titty, kitty, bitty

Example Sentences:

• She was known for her witty remarks and clever comebacks.
• His witty sense of humor always made her laugh.
• The comedians witty jokes had the audience in stitches.