5 letter words with I and T and H

Parts of Speech

"Fifth" is a noun and an adjective.

Definitions

As a noun, "fifth" refers to one of five equal parts of a whole. As an adjective, it means coming after the fourth in a series.

Pronunciations

US: /fɪfθ/

UK: /fɪfθ/

Origin and Usage

The word "fifth" comes from the Old English word "fifte," meaning "five." It has been used in English since the 12th century. "Fifth" is commonly used to describe the ordinal position of something in a series or to divide something into five equal parts.

Synonyms

For the noun form of "fifth," synonyms include "quint," "quintuplet," and "one-fifth." For the adjective form, synonyms include "5th," "five," and "last but one."

Related Words

Other five letter words related to "fifth" include "fifty," "shift," "swift," and "lifts."

Example Sentences

As a noun: "She drank one fifth of the bottle."

As an adjective: "He finished in fifth place in the race."

Tithe Part of Speech

Noun, verb

Definitions

1. A tenth part of something, especially income, paid as a contribution to a religious organization or charity.
2. Pay or give as a tithe.

Pronunciations

• US: /taɪð/
• UK: /tʌɪð/

Origin and Usage

The word "tithe" comes from the Old English word "teogoþa" which means "tenth". The practice of tithing dates back to ancient times and was often used as a way to support religious organizations and their work. Today, tithing is still a common practice in many religious communities and is seen as a way to give back and support the work of the church or charity.

Synonyms

• Donation
• Contribution
• Offering

Related Words

• Tithe
• Tiger
• Thief
• Theme
• Thing

Example Sentences

• He gave a tithe of his income to the church every month.
• The church encourages its members to tithe regularly.
• She decided to tithe a portion of her inheritance to a local charity.

Shirt Parts of Speech:

Noun

Definitions:

1. a garment worn on the upper part of the body, typically having a collar, sleeves, and buttons down the front
2. a loose-fitting undergarment for the upper part of the body, typically made of cotton and having short sleeves

Pronunciations:

• US: /ʃɝt/
• UK: /ʃɜːt/

Origin and Usage:

The word "shirt" originated from the Old English word "sceorte" which means a short garment. It has been used in English since the 14th century. Shirts are commonly worn as a part of formal and casual attire. They are made of various materials and styles to suit different occasions and preferences.

Synonyms:

• blouse
• top
• tunic
• polo shirt
• tee shirt

Related Words:

• skirt
• short
• girth
• flirt
• birth

Example Sentences:

1. He wore a white shirt and black pants to the interview.
2. She prefers to wear a cotton shirt for comfort.

Parts of Speech

Might is a verb and a modal auxiliary verb.

Definitions

As a verb, might means to express possibility or permission. As a modal auxiliary verb, it is used to indicate possibility or probability.

Pronunciations

US: /maɪt/

UK: /mʌɪt/

Origin and Usage

The word might comes from the Old English word "mihte" which means "might, power, ability". It has been in use since the 12th century. Might is commonly used to express possibility or permission, such as "I might go to the store later" or "You might want to bring an umbrella."

Synonyms

Some synonyms for might as a verb include: could, can, may, and would.

Related Words

Some related 5 letter words include: power, magic, and strength.

Example Sentences

• As a verb: "She might go to the party tonight."
• As a modal auxiliary verb: "The weather might be nice tomorrow."

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.