5 letter words with OWD in the middle

Definition of Dowdy

Dowdy is an adjective that describes someone or something that is unfashionable, outdated, or shabby in appearance. It can also refer to a person who is dull, uninteresting, or lacking in style or elegance.

Pronunciations

• US: /ˈdaʊdi/
• UK: /ˈdaʊdi/

Origin and Usage

The word dowdy originated in the 16th century and was used to describe someone who was poorly dressed or untidy. Over time, it came to refer more generally to someone who lacked style or elegance. Today, it is commonly used to describe unfashionable clothing or outdated decor.

Synonyms

• Unfashionable
• Outdated
• Shabby
• Tacky
• Frumpy

Related Words

• Dwarf
• Drowsy
• Dolly
• Droop
• Doubt

Example Sentences

• She always wears dowdy clothes that are years out of fashion.
• His dowdy office was in desperate need of a makeover.
• The dowdy old woman shuffled down the street, barely lifting her feet.
• Her dowdy appearance belied her sharp wit and intelligence.

Howdy

Part of Speech: Interjection

Definition: a friendly greeting or expression of goodwill

Pronunciation (US): /ˈhaʊdi/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈhaʊdi/

Origin and Usage: The word "howdy" is a contraction of "how do ye" or "how do you" and is a common greeting in the southern United States. It was first recorded in the late 1800s and is still commonly used today, particularly in rural areas.

Synonyms: hello, hi, hey, greetings, salutations

Related Words: hello, greet, smile, cheer, happy

Example Sentences:

• Howdy, partner! Welcome to Texas!
• She greeted him with a cheerful howdy.
• Howdy, yall! Hows everyone doing today?
• He gave a quick howdy and then went back to work.
• Howdy, maam. Can I help you with that?

Rowdy Part of Speech: Adjective
Definition: Noisy, disorderly, and unruly.
Pronunciations: US: /ˈraʊdi/; UK: /ˈraʊdi/
Origin and Usage: The word "rowdy" originated in the early 19th century from the noun "rowdow" which meant "a disturbance". It was first used to describe people who were rough and disorderly, especially in a group setting. Today, it is used to describe someone or something that is loud, unruly, and disruptive.
Synonyms: Boisterous, wild, noisy, raucous, disorderly.
Related Words: Crowd, dowry, drowsy, rowed, wordy.
Example Sentences:
- The rowdy crowd at the concert was making it difficult to hear the music.
- The rowdy children wouldn sit still during class.
- The party was so rowdy that the neighbors called the police.
- His rowdy behavior at the restaurant caused him to be asked to leave.
- The rowdy fans were cheering loudly for their team.