5 letter words with D

Adapt

Parts of Speech: Verb

Definitions:

• To make suitable or to modify something to fit a new purpose or situation.
• To adjust or change oneself to new circumstances.

Pronunciations:

• US: ə-dăpt
• UK: ə-dăpt

Origin and Usage:

The word "adapt" comes from the Latin word "adaptare," which means "to fit." The word has been in use in English since the 15th century. It is commonly used in the context of making changes or adjustments to something to make it more suitable for a particular situation or purpose. It can also be used to describe the process of adjusting oneself to new circumstances.

Synonyms:

• Adjust
• Modify
• Alter
• Transform
• Revise

Related Words:

• Adept
• Adore
• Admit
• Adopt
• Adult

Example Sentences:

• She had to adapt her teaching style to suit the needs of her students.
• He had to adapt to the new job quickly.
• The plant has adapted well to its new environment.
• They decided to adapt the script for the movie.
• She was able to adapt to the new culture easily.

Would Parts of Speech

Would is a verb and a modal auxiliary verb.

Definitions

As a verb, would is the past tense of "will". As a modal auxiliary verb, it is used to indicate a conditional or subjunctive mood, to express a polite request, or to express a habitual action in the past.

Pronunciations

US: /wʊd/

UK: /wʊd/

Origin and Usage

The word "would" comes from the Old English word "wolde" which means "wanted to". It has been used in English since at least the 12th century. It is commonly used in conditional sentences, such as "If I had more time, I would go to the gym." It is also used in polite requests, such as "Would you please pass the salt?"

Synonyms

As a verb, synonyms for "would" include "wanted", "desired", and "wished for". As a modal auxiliary verb, synonyms include "could", "should", and "might".

Related Words

Words related to "would" include "should", "could", "might", "shall", and "ought".

Example Sentences

• As a verb: "Yesterday, he would not stop talking about his new car."
• As a modal auxiliary verb expressing a conditional mood: "If I had more money, I would buy a new house."
• As a modal auxiliary verb expressing a polite request: "Would you mind closing the window?"
• As a modal auxiliary verb expressing a habitual action in the past: "When I was young, I would always play outside."

Wider 1. Parts of Speech

Adjective

2. Definitions

1. Of great or larger than usual width.
2. Including more people, things, or places than before.

3. Pronunciations (US, UK)

• US: /ˈwaɪ.dɚ/
• UK: /ˈwaɪ.dər/

4. Origin and Usage

The word "wider" comes from the Old English word "wider" which means "more extensive or spacious". It has been in use since the 14th century. "Wider" is commonly used to describe something that is broader or more extensive than before. It can also be used to describe a range of things or people that is more inclusive than before.

5. Synonyms

• Broader
• More extensive
• More comprehensive
• More inclusive
• More spacious

6. Related Words

• Widen
• Wired
• Weird
• Waste
• Water

7. Example Sentences

1. The road was wider than before, making it easier to drive on.
2. The companys new policy is designed to attract a wider range of customers.
3. The teams success has brought wider recognition to the sport in the country.

Parts of Speech

Waved is a verb.

Definitions

The verb waved means to move ones hand or an object back and forth in greeting or as a signal.

Pronunciations

US: /weɪvd/

UK: /weɪvd/

Origin and Usage

The word waved is derived from the Middle English word "waven" which means "to move back and forth". It has been in use since the 14th century. Waved is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.

Synonyms

Some synonyms for waved are: gestured, signaled, motioned, and beckoned.

Related Words

Some related 5 letter words to waved are: wavey, waver, and waive.

Example Sentences

• She waved to her friend as she passed by.
• The flag waved proudly in the wind.
• He waved his hand to get the waiters attention.

Parts of Speech:

Zooid is a noun.

Definitions:

Zooid is defined as "a single animal that is part of a larger colony of animals" or "an individual member of a zoological group that has a distinct form and function".

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈzoʊ.ɔɪd/
• UK: /ˈzəʊ.ɔɪd/

Origin and Usage:

The word zooid comes from the Greek word "zōion," meaning "animal." It was first used in the mid-19th century to describe individual animals that make up a larger colony. Zooids are often found in marine animals such as coral and hydroids. The term is also used in science fiction to describe fictional creatures or robots that resemble animals.

Synonyms:

Some synonyms for zooid include animalcule, polyp, and individual.

Related Words:

Some related 5 letter words to zooid include:

• azido
• doozy
• doomy
• boozy
• coyly

Example Sentences:

• The zooid colony is made up of thousands of individual animals.
• The coral reef is home to many different kinds of zooids.
• The science fiction movie featured a zooid robot that could transform into different animals.