5 letter words with ES in the middle

Parts of Speech

Crest is a noun and a verb.

Definitions

As a noun, crest refers to the highest point of a hill or a wave, or a decorative plume or tuft on top of something. As a verb, it means to reach the highest point or to form a crest.

Pronunciations

US: /krɛst/

UK: /krɛst/

Origin and Usage

The word crest originated in Middle English from Old French creste, which means "comb, tuft." The noun form has been in use since the 14th century, while the verb form has been in use since the 16th century. Crest is commonly used in the context of nature, such as describing the crest of a wave or the crest of a hill. It is also used in the context of heraldry, where it refers to a decorative plume on top of a helmet.

Synonyms

As a noun: peak, summit, top, pinnacle

As a verb: culminate, top, cap, crown

Related Words

Crash, creek, cries, crime, cross

Example Sentences

As a noun:

1. They climbed to the crest of the hill to get a better view.
2. The surfer rode the crest of the wave all the way to the shore.
3. The knights helmet was adorned with a colorful crest.

As a verb:

1. The excitement in the stadium began to crest as the home team scored a goal.
2. The flood waters began to crest at midnight.
3. The sun began to crest over the mountains, signaling the start of a new day.

Guest

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A person who is invited to visit or stay in someones home or at a particular place.

Pronunciation (US): /ɡɛst/

Pronunciation (UK): /ɡɛst/

Origin and Usage: The word "guest" originated from the Old Norse word "gestr" which means "guest" or "stranger". It has been used in the English language since the 13th century. In modern usage, it refers to a person who is invited to visit or stay in someones home or at a particular place, such as a hotel or restaurant.

Synonyms: Visitor, invitee, lodger, boarder, patron, client, customer, tenant.

Related Words: Host, visit, lodge, stay, house.

Example Sentences:

1. The couple welcomed their guests with open arms.
2. The hotel can accommodate up to 200 guests at a time.
3. She was invited to be a guest speaker at the conference.
4. The restaurant was full of guests enjoying their meals.
5. The host made sure that all of the guests were comfortable.

Here is the dictionary-style entry for the word "dress": Dress

Parts of speech: noun, verb

Definition:

• Noun: a one-piece garment for a woman or girl that covers the body and extends down over the legs; a piece of clothing worn by a woman or girl for a particular occasion or purpose; formal attire for men or women.
• Verb: to put on clothes; to wear clothes in a particular way; to arrange in a particular way; to prepare food in a particular way.

Pronunciations:

• US: /dres/
• UK: /dres/

Origin and Usage:

The word "dress" originated from the Old French word "drecier," meaning "to straighten." It was first used in the 14th century to describe clothing that was arranged or straightened on the body. Over time, the word came to refer specifically to womens clothing, and later to formal attire for both men and women. As a verb, "dress" has been used since the 15th century to describe the act of putting on clothes or arranging them in a particular way.

Synonyms:

• attire
• clothing
• garment
• outfit
• costume

Related Words:

• blade
• bride
• bread
• crest
• crest

Example Sentences:

• She wore a beautiful dress to the wedding.
• He put on his best dress for the job interview.
• The chef will

Definition of Blest

1. Parts of Speech: Adjective

2. Definition: Blest is an archaic or poetic form of the word "blessed". It means to be endowed with happiness, good fortune, or divine grace.

3. Pronunciations: US: /blɛst/, UK: /blɛst/

4. Origin and Usage: Blest is derived from the Old English word "blētsian", which means "to consecrate with blood, to mark with blood". It was commonly used in Middle English and Early Modern English literature, but has since become archaic. Today, the more commonly used form is "blessed".

5. Synonyms: Fortunate, lucky, favored, happy, prosperous, successful.

6. Related Words: Bless, blent, blets, bleat, bleep.

7. Example Sentences:

• She felt blest to have such a loving family.
• The blest couple exchanged vows in the church.
• The blest event was celebrated with great joy and festivity.