5 letter words with S as the second letter

Parts of Speech:

Ashes is a noun.

Definitions:

Ashes refer to the powdery residue left after the burning of a substance, typically wood or coal. It can also refer to the remains of a human body after cremation.

Pronunciations:

US: /ˈæʃɪz/

UK: /ˈaʃɪz/

Origin and Usage:

The word "ashes" originated from Old English "æsce," which means "ash tree." It has been used since the 14th century to refer to the residue left after burning, and since the 16th century to refer to the remains of a human body after cremation.

Synonyms:

Residue, remains, cinders, dust, powder.

Related Words:

Flame, smoke, ember, soot, char.

Example Sentences:

• He spread the ashes of his beloved dog under the oak tree.
• The fire left nothing but ashes.
• She was cremated and her ashes were scattered in the ocean.
• The volcano erupted and covered the town in a thick layer of ashes.

Here is the requested information on "tsked": 1. Parts of Speech: Verb 2. Definitions: to make a disapproving or tutting sound with ones tongue; to express disapproval or annoyance 3. Pronunciations: US: /skɛd/; UK: /skɛd/ 4. Origin and Usage: "Tsked" is a colloquial term that originated in the early 20th century, likely as an onomatopoeic representation of the sound made by a person clicking their tongue in disapproval. It is commonly used to express disapproval or annoyance in response to something someone has said or done. 5. Synonyms: tutted, clicked ones tongue, disapproved 6. Related Words: cluck, tut-tut, tutty, tutus 7. Example Sentences: - When she saw the mess in the kitchen, she tsked in disapproval. - The teacher tsked at the students lack of effort on the assignment. - He tsked and shook his head when he heard the news. Note: The information provided is based on current data and may be subject to change over time.

Parts of Speech

Noun, Adjective

Definitions

• False or pretended; not genuine.
• A false name or identity.

Pronunciations

• US: /sood/
• UK: /sood/

Origin and Usage

The word "pseud" comes from the Greek word "pseudes," which means "false." It is typically used to describe something or someone that is not genuine or authentic. The word is commonly used in academic and scientific circles to refer to false or misleading information or claims.

Synonyms

• False
• Pretended
• Deceptive
• Bogus
• Counterfeit

Related Words

• False
• Fraud
• Hoax
• Lies
• Fakes

Example Sentences

• He was accused of using a pseud name to avoid detection.
• The article was criticized for spreading pseud science.
• Their friendship was based on a pseud understanding of each other.

Here is the requested information about the word "oscar": 1. Parts of Speech: Noun 2. Definitions: - An annual award presented by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences to recognize excellence in cinematic achievements. - A nickname for the letter "O" in the NATO phonetic alphabet. - A given name for males. 3. Pronunciations: - US: /ˈɑskər/ - UK: /ˈɒskə/ 4. Origin and Usage: - The word "oscar" as a nickname for the Academy Awards is said to have been coined by Margaret Herrick, the Academy librarian, who remarked that the statuette resembled her uncle Oscar. It was first used in print in 1934. - The NATO phonetic alphabet was developed in the 1950s and "oscar" was chosen as the code word for the letter "O". - As a given name, "oscar" has Scandinavian and Irish origins and means "divine spear" or "deer lover". 5. Synonyms: Academy Award, Oscar statuette 6. Related Words: award, honor, movie 7. Example Sentences: - "The winner of the Best Picture Oscar this year was Nomadland." - "The pilot used the word oscar to indicate the letter O during the radio communication." - "Oscar Wilde was a famous Irish playwright and writer."

ester

Part of Speech: noun

Definition: a compound formed by the reaction between an acid and an alcohol, often with a fruity smell

Pronunciations: US: /ˈɛstər/; UK: /ˈiːstə/

Origin and Usage: The word "ester" is derived from the German word "Äther", which means "ether". Ester compounds are commonly used in the production of perfumes, flavors, and plastics.

Synonyms: none

Related Words: aster, estre, reset, steer, terse

Example Sentences:

• She loves the smell of the ester in her perfume.
• The ester produced by the reaction between acetic acid and ethanol is commonly known as ethyl acetate.
• Ester compounds are commonly used in the food industry to add flavor to products.