5 letter words with S as the fourth letter

Parts of Speech:

anise is a noun.

Definitions:

anise is a plant native to the eastern Mediterranean region and Southwest Asia. It is cultivated for its seeds, which are used as a spice and flavoring agent in various foods and beverages. The seeds have a distinct sweet, licorice-like flavor and aroma.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈænɪs/
• UK: /ˈænɪs/

Origin and Usage:

The word "anise" comes from the Latin word "anisum," which in turn comes from the Greek word "anison." The use of anise dates back to ancient times, and it has been used in cooking, medicine, and perfumery for centuries. It is commonly used in Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and Asian cuisines, and is an important ingredient in dishes such as Italian biscotti, Greek ouzo, and Indian biryani.

Synonyms:

star anise, fennel seed, licorice root

Related Words:

basil, cumin, dill, thyme, carob

Example Sentences:

• The recipe calls for a teaspoon of anise seeds.
• The anise-flavored liqueur is a popular after-dinner drink in Italy.
• Anise oil is used in aromatherapy to relieve stress and anxiety.

Whose

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Definition: Used to ask about the person or group that something belongs to or is associated with.

Pronunciations: US: /huːz/; UK: /huːz/

Origin and Usage: Whose is derived from the Old English word hwæs. It has been used in the English language since the 12th century. Whose is commonly used to ask about the ownership or association of something. It can also be used as a relative pronoun to introduce a clause.

Synonyms: Of whom, belonging to whom, owned by whom.

Related Words: Whose is a five-letter word and has no related words.

Example Sentences:

• Whose book is this?
• Whose car is parked in front of the house?
• I can remember whose turn it is to do the dishes.
• She asked me whose idea it was to start the project.

Here is the requested information on the word "tipsy": Tipsy 1. Parts of Speech:

Adjective

2. Definitions:

1. slightly drunk; fuddled; intoxicated
2. tilted or tipped to one side; askew

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈtɪpsi/
• UK: /ˈtɪpsi/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "tipsy" originated in the early 16th century from the Middle English word "tipsie" which meant "tilted" or "unsteady". Its usage as a term for being slightly drunk dates back to the 1570s. It is a commonly used word in English, particularly in informal contexts.

5. Synonyms:

• drunk
• intoxicated
• inebriated
• buzzed

6. Related Words:

• trips
• pisty
• spite
• piste
• stipe

7. Example Sentences:

• "She had a few drinks and was feeling tipsy."
• "The painting was hanging tipsy on the wall."

Swish 1. Parts of Speech:

Noun, Verb

2. Definitions:

• Noun: a rustling or hissing sound, typically made by something moving quickly or rubbing against something else.
• Verb: move with a hissing or rushing sound.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /swɪʃ/
• UK: /swɪʃ/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "swish" is believed to have originated from the Old English word "swīþ" meaning strong or mighty. Its usage as a noun to describe a sound dates back to the 16th century, while its usage as a verb to describe movement with a sound dates back to the 17th century. "Swish" is commonly used in sports to describe the sound of a ball passing through a net or hitting the rim.

5. Synonyms:

• Rustle
• Swoosh
• Whiz
• Whoosh

6. Related Words:

• Swoop
• Swipe
• Swirl
• Swage
• Swamp

7. Example Sentences:

• The swish of the leaves in the wind was soothing.
• The basketball swished through the net, scoring a point.

**Parts of Speech:** Zoism is a noun. **Definitions:** Zoism refers to the doctrine that all animals possess a soul. It can also refer to the belief that all living things are connected and have a spiritual essence. **Pronunciations:** In US English, zoism is pronounced as "zoh-iz-uhm" (zoh as in "zone", iz as in "is", uh as in "up", and m as in "man"). In UK English, it is pronounced as "zoh-iz-uhm" as well. **Origin and Usage:** The word zoism comes from the Greek word "zōion" meaning "animal". It was first used in the mid-19th century to describe the belief that animals have souls. The concept of zoism is often associated with Eastern religions and philosophies such as Hinduism, Buddhism, and Taoism. **Synonyms:** There are no commonly used synonyms for zoism. **Related Words:** Some related 5 letter words include zonal, zoned, zoneless, zooms, and zowie. **Example Sentences:** - The zoism philosophy teaches that all living things are connected and have a spiritual essence. - Some ancient cultures believed in zoism, the idea that all animals possess a soul. - The zoism doctrine is often associated with Eastern religions and philosophies. - The zoism belief has gained popularity in recent years with the rise of animal rights activism. - The zoism movement advocates for the ethical treatment of all animals, not just humans.