1. Parts of Speech: Verb
2. Definitions:
- To form letters or words on a surface with a pen, pencil, or other instrument.
- To compose or produce (a literary or musical work).
3. Pronunciations:
- US: /roʊt/
- UK: /rəʊt/
4. Origin and Usage:
- The word "wrote" originated from the Old English word "wrītan" meaning "to scratch, draw, inscribe". It has been used as a verb in English since the 14th century.
- "Wrote" is the past tense of the verb "write". It is commonly used to describe the act of forming letters or words on a surface with a pen, pencil, or other instrument. It can also be used to describe the act of composing or producing a literary or musical work.
5. Synonyms:
- Penned, inscribed, scribbled, composed, drafted, authored, penned down.
6. Related Words:
- Wroth, wrote, wrung.
7. Example Sentences:
- She wrote a letter to her friend yesterday.
- He wrote a novel that became a bestseller.
- The poet wrote a beautiful sonnet about the sunrise.
- The journalist wrote an article about the new restaurant in town.
- The playwright wrote a play that won many awards.