5 Letter Words With Meaning and Example

There are many 5-letter words in English. Learning these words can help you play word games and crossword puzzles better. Below is a list of some 5-letter words to help grow your vocabulary.

Word	Meaning (Grammar Type)	Example Sentence
Elbow	The joint between forearm and upper arm (Noun)	“He injured his elbow playing tennis.”
Flute	A wind instrument (Noun)	“She played a melody on the flute.”
Grape	A berry fruit (Noun)	“He picked a bunch of grapes from the vine.”
Hotel	An establishment providing accommodations (Noun)	“They stayed at a luxury hotel.”
Inert	Lacking the ability to move (Adjective)	“The inert gas does not react with other substances.”
Joust	A medieval sport (Noun)	“Knights would joust at the tournament.”
Knife	An instrument for cutting (Noun)	“He sharpened the kitchen knife.”
Lemon	A yellow citrus fruit (Noun)	“She added lemon to her tea.”
Mango	A tropical fruit (Noun)	“Mango is her favorite fruit.”
Noble	Having high moral qualities (Adjective)	“He was known for his noble deeds.”
Olive	A small oval fruit (Noun)	“She topped the salad with olives.”
Piano	A musical instrument (Noun)	“He learned to play the piano as a child.”
Quota	A fixed share or allowance (Noun)	“The factory has a monthly production quota.”
Robot	A machine capable of carrying out tasks (Noun)	“The robot performed the task accurately.”
Scale	An instrument for measuring weight (Noun)	“The scale showed her weight accurately.”
Truth	The quality of being true (Noun)	“He swore to tell the truth.”
Ulcer	A sore on the skin or mucous membrane (Noun)	“He was treated for an ulcer.”
Vague	Unclear or indistinct (Adjective)	“She had a vague idea of what she wanted.”
Wheat	A cereal grain (Noun)	“Wheat is used to make bread.”
Xylo	Relating to wood (Prefix)	“The xylophone is a wooden instrument.”
Yield	Produce or provide (Verb)	“The farm’s yield of corn was abundant this year.”
Zonal	Relating to a zone (Adjective)	“The city is divided into zonal districts.”
Abbey	A monastery or convent (Noun)	“They visited the ancient abbey.”
Badge	A distinctive emblem (Noun)	“The officer wore a badge.”
Camel	A large, long-necked ungulate (Noun)	“The camel can survive in desert conditions.”
Deter	Discourage someone from doing something (Verb)	“High costs deter many from pursuing further education.”
Eager	Wanting to do or have something very much (Adjective)	“She was eager to start her new job.”
Fairy	A small imaginary being (Noun)	“Children love stories about fairies.”
Gavel	A small mallet (Noun)	“The judge struck the gavel.”
Haste	Excessive speed (Noun)	“In her haste, she forgot her keys.”
Ideal	Perfectly suitable (Adjective)	“They found an ideal spot for camping.”
Joker	A person who is fond of joking (Noun)	“He’s always been the joker of the family.”
Knack	A skill or an ability (Noun)	“He has a knack for gardening.”
Liver	A large vital organ (Noun)	“Liver function is essential for health.”
Motif	A decorative design (Noun)	“The fabric had a floral motif.”
Niche	A comfortable or suitable position (Noun)	“She found her niche in the academic world.”
Ovate	Egg-shaped (Adjective)	“The leaves of the plant were ovate.”
Panel	A flat board (Noun)	“The control panel had several buttons.”
Quirk	A peculiar behavioral habit (Noun)	“His biggest quirk is his obsession with cleanliness.”
Rally	A mass meeting of people (Noun)	“Supporters held a rally for the candidate.”
Realm	A kingdom (Noun)	“The realm was known for its prosperous trade.”
Scent	A distinctive smell (Noun)	“The scent of roses filled the garden.”
Tally	A total count (Noun)	“The final tally of votes was surprising.”
Urban	Relating to a city (Adjective)	“Urban development is on the rise.”
Valid	Legally acceptable (Adjective)	“The contract is valid and enforceable.”
Wagon	A heavy four-wheeled vehicle (Noun)	“They loaded the wagon with supplies.”
Xeric	Relating to dry environments (Adjective)	“Xeric plants require little water.”
Youth	The time of being young (Noun)	“His youth was spent traveling.”
Zesty	Having a strong, pleasant flavor (Adjective)	“The sauce was zesty and flavorful.”
Align	Place or arrange things in a straight line (Verb)	“Align the tiles carefully.”
Brisk	Active and energetic (Adjective)	“She enjoyed a brisk walk in the morning.”
Crisp	Firm, dry, and brittle (Adjective)	“The apples were sweet and crisp.”
Dwelt	Past tense of dwell (Verb)	“He dwelt on the memories of his home.”
Exalt	Hold someone in very high regard (Verb)	“They exalt heroes of the past.”
Flair	A special or instinctive aptitude (Noun)	“She has a flair for languages.”
Grime	Dirt ingrained on the surface of something (Noun)	“His hands were covered in grime.”
Hoist	Raise by means of ropes and pulleys (Verb)	“Hoist the flag on the mast.”
Inlay	Decorate the surface of something (Verb)	“The box was inlaid with ivory.”
Joust	A medieval sport (Noun)	“The knights prepared to joust.”
Knoll	A small hill or mound (Noun)	“The house was built on a knoll.”

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