5 letter words with WI in the middle

Kiwis

1. Parts of Speech: Noun (plural)

2. Definitions: Kiwis are small, flightless birds native to New Zealand. The word "kiwis" can also refer to the fruit of a woody vine, which is also known as kiwifruit or Chinese gooseberry.

3. Pronunciations: US: /ˈkiwiz/; UK: /ˈkiːwiːz/

4. Origin and Usage: The word "kiwi" comes from the Maori language, which is the indigenous language of New Zealand. The bird was named after the kiwi fruit, which was named after the bird. Kiwis are a symbol of New Zealand and are protected by law. Kiwifruit, on the other hand, is a popular fruit that is grown around the world and is known for its fuzzy brown exterior and bright green flesh.

5. Synonyms: For the bird: none. For the fruit: kiwifruit, Chinese gooseberry.

6. Related Words: birds, fruit, grape, peach, apple.

7. Example Sentences:

• She saw a kiwi bird at the zoo and was fascinated by its unique appearance.
• He enjoyed eating kiwis for breakfast because they were sweet and tangy.
• The kiwifruit was originally grown in China and was brought to New Zealand in the early 20th century.

Dowie 1. Parts of Speech:

Adjective

2. Definition:

Feeling sad or depressed; lacking in energy or vitality.

3. Pronunciations:

US: /ˈdaʊi/

UK: /ˈdaʊi/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "dowie" is of Scottish origin and is primarily used in Scottish English. It is derived from the Middle English word "dow," meaning "to be or become dull or sluggish." The word is often used to describe a feeling of sadness or depression, as well as a lack of energy or vitality.

5. Synonyms:

• Downcast
• Dejected
• Despondent
• Dispirited
• Gloomy

6. Related Words:

• Downs
• Dozen
• Dwarf
• Dwell
• Droop

7. Example Sentences:

• After the breakup, she felt dowie and didn want to leave her house for days.
• The rainy weather made him feel dowie and unmotivated.
• He had been feeling dowie for weeks, but finally sought help from a therapist.

Aswim

Part of Speech: Adverb

Definition: In the act of swimming; while swimming.

Pronunciations: US: /əˈswɪm/; UK: /əˈswɪm/

Origin and Usage: The word "aswim" is a combination of the prefix "a-" which means "in" and the word "swim". It has been in use since the 16th century and is considered archaic. It is rarely used in modern English.

Synonyms: None

Related Words: Swim, Swami

Example Sentences:

• He saw the ducks aswim in the pond.
• The children were aswim in the pool all day.
• The swimmer was aswim in the ocean for hours.