5 letter Words with I in the middle
Dive into the intriguing world of five-letter words with a twist—each one hides an 'I' right at its heart! Whether you're a wordsmith or just love a good puzzle, this collection will tickle your brain and boost your vocabulary. Ready to uncover these linguistic gems? Let's get started!
| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| right | 9 | make right or correct | - |
| think | 12 | judge or regard; look upon; judge | I think he is very smart |
| going | 7 | the act of departing | - |
| doing | 7 | - | - |
| first | 8 | the fielding position of the player on a baseball team who is stationed at first of the bases in the infield (counting counterclockwise from home plate) | - |
| thing | 9 | a vaguely specified concern | things are going well |
| again | 6 | anew | she tried again |
| still | 5 | to a greater degree or extent; used with comparisons | an even (or still) more interesting problem |
| their | 8 | - | - |
| night | 9 | the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside | - |
| which | 16 | - | - |
| being | 8 | the state or fact of existing | a point of view gradually coming into being |
| might | 11 | physical strength | - |
| bring | 8 | bestow a quality on | She brings a special atmosphere to our meetings |
| since | 7 | From a definite past time until now. | he went a month ago, and I have not seen him since |
| while | 11 | a period of indeterminate length (usually short) marked by some action or condition | he was here for a little while |
| drink | 10 | propose a toast to | Let's drink to the New Year |
| until | 5 | As far as; to the place or degree that; especially, up to the time that; till. | - |
| times | 7 | an arithmetic operation that is the inverse of division; the product of two numbers is computed | four times three equals twelve |
| music | 9 | punishment for one's actions | you have to face the music |
| child | 11 | a human offspring (son or daughter) of any age | they had three children |
| fight | 12 | be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight | Siblings are always fighting |
| point | 7 | be oriented | The weather vane points North |
| bitch | 12 | informal terms for objecting | - |
| quite | 14 | of an unusually noticeable or exceptional or remarkable kind (not used with a negative) | her victory was quite something |
| light | 9 | the quality of being luminous; emitting or reflecting light | - |
| tried | 6 | tested and proved useful or correct | - |
| alive | 8 | capable of erupting | the volcano is very much alive |
| white | 11 | a Caucasian | - |
| write | 8 | communicate (with) in writing | - |
| lives | 8 | - | - |
| drive | 9 | hitting a golf ball off of a tee with a driver | he sliced his drive out of bounds |
| quiet | 14 | (of a body of water) free from disturbance by heavy waves | the quiet waters of a lagoon |
| movie | 10 | a form of entertainment that enacts a story by sound and a sequence of images giving the illusion of continuous movement | they went to a movie every Saturday night |
| tired | 6 | repeated too often; overfamiliar through overuse | - |
| piece | 9 | repair by adding pieces | She pieced the china cup |
| given | 9 | an assumption that is taken for granted | - |
| quick | 20 | apprehending and responding with speed and sensitivity | a quick mind |
| voice | 10 | the sound made by the vibration of vocal folds modified by the resonance of the vocal tract | a singer takes good care of his voice |
| train | 5 | teach and supervise (someone); act as a trainer or coach (to), as in sports | He is training our Olympic team |
| weird | 9 | suggesting the operation of supernatural influences | the three weird sisters |
| eight | 9 | one of four playing cards in a deck with eight pips on the face | - |
| lying | 9 | the deliberate act of deviating from the truth | - |
| chief | 13 | a person who is in charge | - |
| stick | 11 | marijuana leaves rolled into a cigarette for smoking | - |
| liked | 10 | found pleasant or attractive; often used as a combining form | a well-liked teacher |
| brain | 7 | that which is responsible for one's thoughts, feelings, and conscious brain functions; the seat of the faculty of reason | - |
| visit | 8 | come to see in an official or professional capacity | The governor visited the prison |
| lived | 9 | - | - |
| radio | 6 | an electronic receiver that detects and demodulates and amplifies transmitted signals | - |
| third | 9 | coming next after the second and just before the fourth in position | - |
| miles | 7 | - | - |
| dying | 10 | eagerly desirous | dying to hear who won |
| dirty | 9 | obtained illegally or by improper means | dirty money |
| crime | 9 | (criminal law) an act punishable by law; usually considered an evil act | a long record of crimes |
| smile | 7 | a facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement | - |
| using | 6 | an act that exploits or victimizes someone (treats them unfairly) | - |
| begin | 8 | have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense | The DMZ begins right over the hill |
| field | 9 | a branch of knowledge | - |
| jimmy | 19 | a short crowbar | in Britain they call a jimmy and jemmy |
| river | 8 | a large natural stream of water (larger than a creek) | the river was navigable for 50 miles |
| price | 9 | value measured by what must be given or done or undergone to obtain something | the price of success is hard work |
| silly | 8 | inspiring scornful pity | how silly an ardent and unsuccessful wooer can be especially if he is getting on in years |
| paris | 7 | the capital and largest city of France; and international center of culture and commerce | - |
| magic | 10 | an illusory feat; considered magical by naive observers | - |
| twice | 10 | to double the degree | - |
| final | 8 | not to be altered or undone | the judge's decision is final |
| fired | 9 | having lost your job | - |
| raise | 5 | call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) | raise a smile |
| faith | 11 | a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny | he lost his faith but not his morality |
| tight | 9 | very drunk | - |
| knife | 12 | any long thin projection that is transient | - |
| blind | 8 | something intended to misrepresent the true nature of an activity | the holding company was just a blind |
| built | 7 | (used of soaps or cleaning agents) having a substance (an abrasive or filler) added to increase effectiveness | the built liquid detergents |
| build | 8 | make by combining materials and parts | - |
| shirt | 8 | a garment worn on the upper half of the body | - |
| admit | 8 | allow participation in or the right to be part of; permit to exercise the rights, functions, and responsibilities of | admit someone to the profession |
| video | 9 | broadcasting visual images of stationary or moving objects | she is a star of screen and video |
| devil | 9 | (Judeo-Christian and Islamic religions) chief spirit of evil and adversary of God; tempter of mankind; master of Hell | - |
| exist | 12 | support oneself | he could barely exist on such a low wage |
| birth | 10 | the process of giving birth | - |
| sight | 9 | the ability to see; the visual faculty | - |
| split | 7 | having been divided; having the unity destroyed | a split group |
| trick | 11 | an illusory feat; considered magical by naive observers | - |
| noise | 5 | the auditory experience of sound that lacks musical quality; sound that is a disagreeable auditory experience | modern music is just noise to me |
| billy | 10 | a short stout club used primarily by policemen | - |
| lines | 5 | - | - |
| rings | 6 | gymnastic apparatus consisting of a pair of heavy metal circles (usually covered with leather) suspended by ropes; used for gymnastic exercises | the rings require a strong upper body |
| paint | 7 | a substance used as a coating to protect or decorate a surface (especially a mixture of pigment suspended in a liquid); dries to form a hard coating | artists use `paint' and `pigment' interchangeably |
| maria | 7 | a dark region of considerable extent on the surface of the moon | - |
| china | 10 | a government on the island of Taiwan established in 1949 by Chiang Kai-shek after the conquest of mainland China by the Communists led by Mao Zedong | - |
| chair | 10 | act or preside as chair, as of an academic department in a university | She chaired the department for many years |
| trial | 5 | trying something to find out about it | a sample for ten days free trial |
| thief | 11 | a criminal who takes property belonging to someone else with the intention of keeping it or selling it | - |
| pills | 7 | - | - |
| fixed | 16 | fixed and unmoving | with eyes set in a fixed glassy stare |
| kinda | 10 | to some (great or small) extent | - |
| avoid | 9 | prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening | Let's avoid a confrontation |
| chick | 16 | informal terms for a (young) woman | - |
| piano | 7 | (music) low loudness | - |
| bride | 8 | Irish abbess; a patron saint of Ireland (453-523) | - |
| saint | 5 | declare (a dead person) to be a saint | - |
| hired | 9 | hired for the exclusive temporary use of a group of travelers | - |
| media | 8 | - | - |
| pizza | 25 | Italian open pie made of thin bread dough spread with a spiced mixture of e.g. tomato sauce and cheese | - |
| giant | 6 | a person of exceptional importance and reputation | - |
| aside | 6 | out of the way (especially away from one's thoughts) | brush the objections aside |
| union | 5 | healing process involving the growing together of the edges of a wound or the growing together of broken bones | - |
| fifty | 14 | the cardinal number that is the product of ten and five | - |
| juice | 14 | any of several liquids of the body | digestive juices |
| pride | 8 | a feeling of self-respect and personal worth | - |
| fruit | 8 | an amount of a product | - |
| prize | 16 | goods or money obtained illegally | - |
| climb | 11 | go upward with gradual or continuous progress | Did you ever climb up the hill behind your house? |
| bible | 9 | the sacred writings of the Christian religions | - |
| tiger | 6 | large feline of forests in most of Asia having a tawny coat with black stripes; endangered | - |
| pilot | 7 | something that serves as a model or a basis for making copies | - |
| prime | 9 | being at the best stage of development | our manhood's prime vigor |
| chain | 10 | British biochemist (born in Germany) who isolated and purified penicillin, which had been discovered in 1928 by Sir Alexander Fleming (1906-1979) | - |
| shift | 11 | lay aside, abandon, or leave for another | - |
| swing | 9 | in baseball; a batter's attempt to hit a pitched ball | - |
| guide | 7 | use as a guide | They had the lights to guide on |
| louis | 5 | United States prizefighter who was world heavyweight champion for 12 years (1914-1981) | - |
| fairy | 11 | offensive term for a homosexual man | - |
| claim | 9 | a demand especially in the phrase | - |
| witch | 13 | a female sorcerer or magician | - |
| wings | 9 | a means of flight or ascent | necessity lends wings to inspiration |
| mixed | 15 | consisting of a haphazard assortment of different kinds | a mixed program of baroque and contemporary music |
| chill | 10 | coldness due to a cold environment | - |
| prick | 13 | insulting terms of address for people who are stupid or irritating or ridiculous | - |
| title | 5 | a heading that names a statute or legislative bill; may give a brief summary of the matters it deals with | - |
| panic | 9 | sudden mass fear and anxiety over anticipated events | panic in the stock market |
| joint | 12 | marijuana leaves rolled into a cigarette for smoking | - |
| daily | 9 | of or belonging to or occurring every day | daily routine |
| shine | 8 | be bright by reflecting or casting light | - |
| spain | 7 | a parliamentary monarchy in southwestern Europe on the Iberian Peninsula; a former colonial power | - |
| virus | 8 | a software program capable of reproducing itself and usually capable of causing great harm to files or other programs on the same computer | a true virus cannot spread to another computer without human assistance |
| cried | 8 | - | - |
| thick | 14 | hard to pass through because of dense growth | thick woods |
| alien | 5 | transfer property or ownership | The will aliened the property to the heirs |
| civil | 10 | not rude; marked by satisfactory (or especially minimal) adherence to social usages and sufficient but not noteworthy consideration for others | even if he didn't like them he should have been civil |
| solid | 6 | the state in which a substance has no tendency to flow under moderate stress; resists forces (such as compression) that tend to deform it; and retains a definite size and shape | - |
| smith | 10 | Scottish economist who advocated private enterprise and free trade (1723-1790) | - |
| flies | 8 | (theater) the space over the stage (out of view of the audience) used to store scenery (drop curtains) | - |
| gimme | 10 | - | - |
| basic | 9 | reduced to the simplest and most significant form possible without loss of generality | a basic story line |
| penis | 7 | the male sex organ (`member' is a euphemism) | - |
| strip | 7 | lay bare | - |
| fifth | 14 | coming next after the fourth and just before the sixth in position | - |
| kitty | 12 | young domestic cat | - |
| limit | 7 | the mathematical value toward which a function goes as the independent variable approaches infinity | - |
| plain | 7 | not mixed with extraneous elements | plain water |
| 7 | reproduce by printing | - | |
| wives | 11 | - | - |
| habit | 10 | an established custom | it was their habit to dine at 7 every evening |
| fried | 9 | cooked by frying in fat | - |
| stink | 9 | smell badly and offensively | - |
| twins | 8 | the third sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about May 21 to June 20 | - |
| hills | 8 | - | - |
| guilt | 6 | remorse caused by feeling responsible for some offense | - |
| chips | 12 | strips of potato fried in deep fat | - |
| liver | 8 | having a reddish-brown color | - |
| minor | 7 | not of legal age | minor children |
| diary | 9 | a daily written record of (usually personal) experiences and observations | - |
| cabin | 9 | a small house built of wood; usually in a wooded area | - |
| cliff | 13 | a steep high face of rock | he stood on a high cliff overlooking the town |
| bingo | 8 | a game in which numbered balls are drawn at random and players cover the corresponding numbers on their cards | - |
| slide | 6 | move obliquely or sideways, usually in an uncontrolled manner | - |
| pitch | 12 | set the level or character of | She pitched her speech to the teenagers in the audience |
| skirt | 9 | avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues) | she skirted the problem |
| widow | 12 | a woman whose husband is dead especially one who has not remarried | - |
| sixth | 15 | coming next after the fifth and just before the seventh in position | - |
| trail | 5 | to lag or linger behind | - |
| lewis | 8 | United States novelist who satirized middle-class America in his novel Main Street (1885-1951) | - |
| basis | 7 | the most important or necessary part of something | the basis of this drink is orange juice |
| alike | 9 | having the same or similar characteristics | all politicians are alike |
| daisy | 9 | any of numerous composite plants having flower heads with well-developed ray flowers usually arranged in a single whorl | - |
| brief | 10 | a document stating the facts and points of law of a client's case | - |
| spoil | 7 | make a mess of, destroy or ruin | - |
| kings | 10 | - | - |
| rifle | 8 | go through in search of something; search through someone's belongings in an unauthorized way | Who rifled through my desk drawers? |
| robin | 7 | small Old World songbird with a reddish breast | - |
| drill | 6 | make a hole, especially with a pointed power or hand tool | don't drill here, there's a gas pipe |
| grief | 9 | intense sorrow caused by loss of a loved one (especially by death) | - |
| niece | 7 | a daughter of your brother or sister | - |
| naive | 8 | marked by or showing unaffected simplicity and lack of guile or worldly experience | a teenager's naive ignorance of life |
| twist | 8 | twist suddenly so as to sprain | The wrestler twisted his shoulder |
| skill | 9 | an ability that has been acquired by training | - |
| mitch | 12 | - | - |
| colin | 7 | - | - |
| comic | 11 | arousing or provoking laughter | a comic hat |
| siren | 5 | a woman who is considered to be dangerously seductive | - |
| stiff | 11 | very drunk | - |
| vital | 8 | urgently needed; absolutely necessary | vital for a healthy society |
| dizzy | 27 | lacking seriousness; given to frivolity | a dizzy blonde |
| click | 13 | move or strike with a noise | he clicked on the light |
| nicky | 14 | - | - |
| minus | 7 | an arithmetic operation in which the difference between two numbers is calculated | four minus three equals one |
| disco | 8 | popular dance music (especially in the late 1970s); melodic with a regular bass beat; intended mainly for dancing at discotheques | - |
| brick | 13 | a good fellow; helpful and trustworthy | - |
| slice | 7 | cut into slices | - |
| kiddo | 11 | - | - |
| sixty | 15 | being ten more than fifty | - |
| faint | 8 | weak and likely to lose consciousness | suddenly felt faint from the pain |
| risky | 12 | involving risk or danger | extremely risky going out in the tide and fog |
| suite | 5 | apartment consisting of a series of connected rooms used as a living unit (as in a hotel) | - |
| lions | 5 | - | - |
| mafia | 10 | any tightly knit group of trusted associates | - |
| topic | 9 | the subject matter of a conversation or discussion | it was a very sensitive topic |
| willy | 11 | - | - |
| tribe | 7 | group of people related by blood or marriage | - |
| dried | 7 | preserved by removing natural moisture | dried beef |
| logic | 8 | a system of reasoning | - |
| nicer | 7 | - | - |
| wrist | 8 | a joint between the distal end of the radius and the proximal row of carpal bones | - |
| fries | 8 | strips of potato fried in deep fat | - |
| kilos | 9 | - | - |
| ditch | 11 | sever all ties with, usually unceremoniously or irresponsibly | - |
| prior | 7 | earlier in time | - |
| drain | 6 | flow off gradually | The rain water drains into this big vat |
| rains | 5 | - | - |
| spite | 7 | malevolence by virtue of being malicious or spiteful or nasty | - |
| villa | 8 | Mexican revolutionary leader (1877-1923) | - |
| ching | 11 | - | - |
| craig | 8 | - | - |
| shiny | 11 | having a shiny surface or coating | - |
| spill | 7 | flow, run or fall out and become lost | The milk spilled across the floor |
| noisy | 8 | attracting attention by showiness or bright colors | a noisy sweater |
| waist | 8 | the narrowing of the body between the ribs and hips | - |
| choir | 10 | a family of similar musical instrument playing together | - |
| spicy | 12 | producing a burning sensation on the taste nerves | a spicy sauce |
| unite | 5 | have or possess in combination | she unites charm with a good business sense |
| weigh | 12 | show consideration for; take into account | - |
| bribe | 9 | payment made to a person in a position of trust to corrupt his judgment | - |
| olive | 8 | evergreen tree cultivated in the Mediterranean region since antiquity and now elsewhere; has edible shiny black fruits | - |
| diane | 6 | - | - |
| elite | 5 | selected as the best | elite colleges |
| hairy | 11 | having or covered with hair | Jacob was a hairy man |
| vomit | 10 | the reflex act of ejecting the contents of the stomach through the mouth | - |
| untie | 5 | cause to become loose | untie the knot |
| grain | 6 | the physical composition of something (especially with respect to the size and shape of the small constituents of a substance) | sand of a fine grain |
| missy | 10 | a young female | - |
| 7 | communicate electronically on the computer | - | |
| seize | 14 | take possession of by force, as after an invasion | the invaders seized the land and property of the inhabitants |
| sting | 6 | a painful wound caused by the thrust of an insect's stinger into skin | - |
| stain | 5 | an act that brings discredit to the person who does it | - |
| toxic | 14 | of or relating to or caused by a toxin or poison | suffering from exposure to toxic substances |
| pairs | 7 | - | - |
| diner | 6 | a passenger car where food is served in transit | - |
| piggy | 12 | a young pig | - |
| pinch | 12 | irritate as if by a nip, pinch, or tear | the pain is as if sharp points pinch your back |
| riley | 8 | United States poet (1849-1916) | - |
| spike | 11 | a very high narrow heel on women's shoes | - |
| tails | 5 | formalwear consisting of full evening dress for men | - |
| swiss | 8 | the natives or inhabitants of Switzerland | - |
| lined | 6 | (used especially of skin) marked by lines or seams | their lined faces were immeasurably sad |
| sissy | 8 | a timid man or boy considered childish or unassertive | - |
| spine | 7 | a small sharp-pointed tip resembling a spike on a stem or leaf | - |
| ninth | 8 | coming next after the eighth and just before the tenth in position | - |
| fluid | 9 | affording change (especially in social status) | Britain is not a truly fluid society |
| blink | 11 | keep back by blinking | blink away tears |
| bliss | 7 | a state of extreme happiness | - |
| pains | 7 | an effortful attempt to attain a goal | - |
| cigar | 8 | a roll of tobacco for smoking | - |
| drift | 9 | live unhurriedly, irresponsibly, or freely | My son drifted around for years in California before going to law school |
| attic | 7 | informal terms for a human head | - |
| urine | 5 | liquid excretory product | there was blood in his urine |
| fishy | 14 | not as expected | there was something fishy about the accident |
| orbit | 7 | the (usually elliptical) path described by one celestial body in its revolution about another | he plotted the orbit of the moon |
| flirt | 8 | talk or behave amorously, without serious intentions | My husband never flirts with other women |
| squid | 15 | (Italian cuisine) squid prepared as food | - |
| filth | 11 | an offensive or indecent word or phrase | - |
| grill | 6 | a restaurant where food is cooked on a grill | - |
| rival | 8 | be equal to in quality or ability | Nothing can rival cotton for durability |
| wired | 9 | tense with excitement and enthusiasm as from a rush of adrenaline | - |
| louie | 5 | - | - |
| spice | 9 | make more interesting or flavorful | - |
| onion | 5 | bulbous plant having hollow leaves cultivated worldwide for its rounded edible bulb | - |
| audio | 6 | an audible acoustic wave frequency | - |
| pinky | 14 | the finger farthest from the thumb | - |
| rider | 6 | a traveler riding in a vehicle (a boat or bus or car or plane or train etc) who is not operating it | - |
| swine | 8 | stout-bodied short-legged omnivorous animals | - |
| timer | 7 | (sports) an official who keeps track of the time elapsed | - |
| ninja | 12 | a class of 14th century Japanese who were trained in martial arts and were hired for espionage and assassinations | - |
| await | 8 | look forward to the probable occurrence of | - |
| reign | 6 | royal authority; the dominion of a monarch | - |
| rainy | 8 | (of weather) wet by periods of rain | rainy days |
| shiva | 11 | (Judaism) a period of seven days of mourning after the death of close relative | the family is sitting shiva |
| grind | 7 | reduce to small pieces or particles by pounding or abrading | grind the spices in a mortar |
| liang | 6 | - | - |
| doris | 6 | a small region of ancient Greece where the Doric dialect was spoken | - |
| arise | 5 | result or issue | - |
| ridge | 7 | a beam laid along the edge where two sloping sides of a roof meet at the top; provides an attachment for the upper ends of rafters | - |
| sniff | 11 | sensing an odor by inhaling through the nose | - |
| unity | 8 | an undivided or unbroken completeness or totality with nothing wanting | he took measures to insure the territorial unity of Croatia |
| valid | 9 | still legally acceptable | the license is still valid |
| exile | 12 | the act of expelling a person from their native land | men in exile dream of hope |
| chile | 10 | a republic in southern South America on the western slopes of the Andes on the south Pacific coast | - |
| aisle | 5 | passageway between seating areas as in an auditorium or passenger vehicle or between areas of shelves of goods as in stores | - |
| rapid | 8 | characterized by speed; moving with or capable of moving with high speed | a rapid movement |
| takin | 9 | large heavily built goat antelope of eastern Himalayan area | - |
| triad | 6 | a three-note major or minor chord; a note and its third and fifth tones | - |
| tying | 9 | the act of tying or binding things together | - |
| juicy | 17 | lucrative | a juicy contract |
| medic | 10 | a medical practitioner in the armed forces | - |
| milky | 14 | resembling milk in color; not clear | milky glass |
| cutie | 7 | - | - |
| slick | 11 | having only superficial plausibility | a slick commercial |
| lists | 5 | - | - |
| links | 9 | a golf course that is built on sandy ground near a shore | - |
| merit | 7 | any admirable quality or attribute | work of great merit |
| chico | 12 | United States comedian; one of four brothers who made motion pictures together (1891-1961) | - |
| ariel | 5 | - | - |
| thigh | 12 | the upper joint of the leg of a fowl | - |
| sized | 15 | having a specified size | - |
| flint | 8 | a river in western Georgia that flows generally south to join the Chattahoochee River at the Florida border where they form the Apalachicola River | - |
| pupil | 9 | a learner who is enrolled in an educational institution | - |
| erica | 7 | any plant of the genus Erica | - |
| hitch | 13 | a period of time spent in military service | - |
| yield | 9 | the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property | - |
| fritz | 17 | - | - |
| midst | 8 | the location of something surrounded by other things | in the midst of the crowd |
| finch | 13 | any of numerous small songbirds with short stout bills adapted for crushing seeds | - |
| tonic | 7 | a medicine that strengthens and invigorates | - |
| alias | 5 | as known or named at another time or place | Mr. Smith, alias Mr. Lafayette |
| risen | 5 | (of e.g. celestial bodies) above the horizon | the risen sun |
| swift | 11 | moving very fast | a swift current |
| opium | 9 | an addictive narcotic extracted from seed capsules of the opium poppy | - |
| fiber | 10 | any of several elongated, threadlike cells (especially a muscle fiber or a nerve fiber) | - |
| hicks | 14 | - | - |
| fling | 9 | indulge oneself | - |
| mills | 7 | United States architect who was the presidentially appointed architect of Washington D.C. (1781-1855) | - |
| basil | 7 | leaves of the common basil; used fresh or dried | - |
| piper | 9 | someone who plays the bagpipe | - |
| pilar | 7 | of or relating to a hair | - |
| shite | 8 | obscene terms for feces | - |
| suing | 6 | - | - |
| flick | 14 | look through a book or other written material | - |
| micro | 9 | extremely small in scale or scope or capability | - |
| bling | 8 | flashy, ostentatious jewelry | the rapper was loaded with bling |
| viola | 8 | large genus of flowering herbs of temperate regions | - |
| kinky | 16 | (informal) strikingly unconventional | - |
| picky | 16 | exacting especially about details | - |
| fiery | 11 | very intense | a fiery temper |
| malik | 11 | the leader of a town or community in some parts of Asia Minor and the Indian subcontinent | maliks rule the hinterland of Afghanistan under the protection of warlords |
| rhino | 8 | massive powerful herbivorous odd-toed ungulate of southeast Asia and Africa having very thick skin and one or two horns on the snout | - |
| slimy | 10 | morally reprehensible | a slimy little liar |
| wider | 9 | - | - |
| windy | 12 | not practical or realizable; speculative | - |
| maxim | 16 | English inventor (born in the United States) who invented the Maxim gun that was used in World War I (1840-1916) | - |
| sahib | 10 | formerly a term of respect for important white Europeans in colonial India; used after the name | - |
| snail | 5 | edible terrestrial snail usually served in the shell with a sauce of melted butter and garlic | - |
| grail | 6 | (legend) chalice used by Christ at the Last Supper | - |
| giddy | 11 | lacking seriousness; given to frivolity | - |
| piles | 7 | venous swelling external or internal to the anal sphincter | - |
| ratio | 5 | the relation between things (or parts of things) with respect to their comparative quantity, magnitude, or degree | - |
| rinse | 5 | wash off soap or remaining dirt | - |
| siege | 6 | the action of an armed force that surrounds a fortified place and isolates it while continuing to attack | - |
| titty | 8 | either of two soft fleshy milk-secreting glandular organs on the chest of a woman | - |
| wiser | 8 | - | - |
| brink | 11 | a region marking a boundary | - |
| aging | 7 | acquiring desirable qualities by being left undisturbed for some time | - |
| quits | 14 | on equal terms by payment or requital | we're now quits |
| heist | 8 | commit a burglary; enter and rob a dwelling | - |
| dairy | 9 | a farm where dairy products are produced | - |
| slain | 5 | killed; `slain' is formal or literary as in | slain warriors |
| voila | 8 | - | - |
| bowie | 10 | United States pioneer and hero of the Texas revolt against Mexico; he shared command of the garrison that resisted the Mexican attack on the Alamo where he died (1796-1836) | - |
| chimp | 14 | intelligent somewhat arboreal ape of equatorial African forests | - |
| stein | 5 | a mug intended for serving beer | - |
| titan | 5 | a person of exceptional importance and reputation | - |
| denis | 6 | - | - |
| cling | 8 | fruit (especially peach) whose flesh adheres strongly to the pit | - |
| abide | 8 | put up with something or somebody unpleasant | - |
| genie | 6 | (Islam) an invisible spirit mentioned in the Koran and believed by Muslims to inhabit the earth and influence mankind by appearing in the form of humans or animals | - |
| moist | 7 | slightly wet | a moist breeze |
| dixie | 13 | the southern states that seceded from the United States in 1861 | - |
| crisp | 9 | pleasantly cold and invigorating | crisp clear nights and frosty mornings |
| amigo | 8 | a friend or comrade | - |
| oasis | 5 | a shelter serving as a place of safety or sanctuary | - |
| witty | 11 | combining clever conception and facetious expression | his sermons were unpredictably witty and satirical as well as eloquent |
| legit | 6 | - | - |
| vicar | 10 | a Roman Catholic priest who acts for another higher-ranking clergyman | - |
| ollie | 5 | - | - |
| clips | 9 | - | - |
| chino | 10 | a coarse twilled cotton fabric frequently used for uniforms | - |
| vivid | 12 | evoking lifelike images within the mind | a vivid description |
| eerie | 5 | inspiring a feeling of fear; strange and frightening | an uncomfortable and eerie stillness in the woods |
| ginny | 9 | - | - |
| linen | 5 | a high-quality paper made of linen fibers or with a linen finish | - |
| sided | 7 | - | - |
| viper | 10 | venomous Old World snakes characterized by hollow venom-conducting fangs in the upper jaw | - |
| vista | 8 | the visual percept of a region | - |
| moira | 7 | - | - |
| basin | 7 | a bathroom sink that is permanently installed and connected to a water supply and drainpipe; where you can wash your hands and face | he ran some water in the basin and splashed it on his face |
| adios | 6 | a farewell remark | - |
| rigid | 7 | incapable of adapting or changing to meet circumstances | a rigid disciplinarian |
| misty | 10 | filled or abounding with fog or mist | - |
| whine | 11 | make a high-pitched, screeching noise | - |
| cupid | 10 | (Roman mythology) god of love; counterpart of Greek Eros | - |
| relic | 7 | something of sentimental value | - |
| thine | 8 | - | - |
| gains | 6 | - | - |
| kirby | 14 | - | - |
| dildo | 7 | a vibrating device that substitutes for an erect penis to provide vaginal stimulation | - |
| mixer | 14 | a party of people assembled to promote sociability and communal activity | - |
| pubic | 11 | relating or near the pubis | pubic bones |
| slime | 7 | any thick, viscous matter | - |
| timid | 8 | lacking conviction or boldness or courage | - |
| unfit | 8 | physically unsound or diseased | - |
| guild | 7 | a formal association of people with similar interests | - |
| cider | 8 | a beverage made from juice pressed from apples | - |
| diver | 9 | someone who works underwater | - |
| biker | 11 | a person who rides a bicycle | - |
| adieu | 6 | a farewell remark | - |
| silva | 8 | the forest trees growing in a country or region | - |
| patio | 7 | usually paved outdoor area adjoining a residence | - |
| fiend | 9 | a cruel wicked and inhuman person | - |
| sling | 6 | hurl as if with a sling | - |
| civic | 12 | of or relating to or befitting citizens as individuals | civic duties |
| bimbo | 11 | a young woman indulged by rich and powerful older men | - |
| bison | 7 | any of several large humped bovids having shaggy manes and large heads and short horns | - |
| peril | 7 | pose a threat to; present a danger to | - |
| sonic | 7 | (of speed) having or caused by speed approximately equal to that of sound in air at sea level | a sonic boom |
| manic | 9 | affected with or marked by frenzy or mania uncontrolled by reason | outbursts of drunken violence and manic activity and creativity |
| hippo | 12 | an ancient Numidian town in northwestern Africa adjoining present-day Annaba in northeastern Algeria | - |
| jiffy | 21 | a very short time (as the time it takes the eye to blink or the heart to beat) | - |
| milos | 7 | - | - |
| beige | 8 | a very light brown | - |
| glide | 7 | the activity of flying a glider | - |
| rails | 5 | a bar or pair of parallel bars of rolled steel making the railway along which railroad cars or other vehicles can roll | - |
| wills | 8 | - | - |
| girly | 9 | - | - |
| hoist | 8 | raise or haul up with or as if with mechanical help | hoist the bicycle onto the roof of the car |
| linux | 12 | an open-source version of the UNIX operating system | - |
| miner | 7 | laborer who works in a mine | - |
| deity | 9 | any supernatural being worshipped as controlling some part of the world or some aspect of life or who is the personification of a force | - |
| taxis | 12 | a locomotor response toward or away from an external stimulus by a motile (and usually simple) organism | - |
| audit | 6 | examine carefully for accuracy with the intent of verification | audit accounts and tax returns |
| frail | 8 | easily broken or damaged or destroyed | a frail craft |
| hippy | 15 | someone who rejects the established culture; advocates extreme liberalism in politics and lifestyle | - |
| trait | 5 | a distinguishing feature of your personal nature | - |
| whiff | 17 | a short light gust of air | - |
| finer | 8 | (comparative of `fine') greater in quality or excellence | a finer wine |
| kylie | 12 | an Australian boomerang; one side flat and the other convex | - |
| piled | 8 | - | - |
| tulip | 7 | any of numerous perennial bulbous herbs having linear or broadly lanceolate leaves and usually a single showy flower | - |
| width | 12 | the extent of something from side to side | - |
| jihad | 16 | a holy struggle or striving by a Muslim for a moral or spiritual or political goal | - |
| lucid | 8 | (of language) transparently clear; easily understandable | lucid directions |
| brits | 7 | the people of Great Britain | - |
| clint | 7 | - | - |
| chime | 12 | a percussion instrument consisting of a set of tuned bells that are struck with a hammer; used as an orchestral instrument | - |
| rabid | 8 | marked by excessive enthusiasm for and intense devotion to a cause or idea | rabid isolationist |
| timed | 8 | regularly spaced in time | closely timed intervals |
| biggs | 9 | - | - |
| quail | 14 | draw back, as with fear or pain | - |
| swipe | 10 | make off with belongings of others | - |
| dicky | 15 | a man's detachable insert (usually starched) to simulate the front of a shirt | - |
| waive | 11 | do without or cease to hold or adhere to | - |
| flair | 8 | distinctive and stylish elegance | - |
| giver | 9 | person who makes a gift of property | - |
| liner | 5 | a piece of cloth that is used as the inside surface of a garment | - |
| bijou | 14 | a small and delicately worked piece | - |
| bitty | 10 | (used informally) very small | - |
| birch | 12 | a switch consisting of a twig or a bundle of twigs from a birch tree; used to hit people as punishment | my father never spared the birch |
| aline | 5 | place in a line or arrange so as to be parallel or straight | - |
| pious | 7 | having or showing or expressing reverence for a deity | pious readings |
| satin | 5 | a smooth fabric of silk or rayon; has a glossy face and a dull back | - |
| sayid | 9 | - | - |
| lyric | 10 | expressing deep emotion | the dancer's lyrical performance |
| micky | 16 | - | - |
| clink | 11 | a correctional institution used to detain persons who are in the lawful custody of the government (either accused persons awaiting trial or convicted persons serving a sentence) | - |
| vibes | 10 | a percussion instrument similar to a xylophone but having metal bars and rotating disks in the resonators that produce a vibrato sound | - |
| griff | 12 | - | - |
| kiosk | 13 | small area set off by walls for special use | - |
| liter | 5 | a metric unit of capacity, formerly defined as the volume of one kilogram of pure water under standard conditions; now equal to 1,000 cubic centimeters (or approximately 1.75 pints) | - |
| mirza | 16 | - | - |
| digit | 7 | one of the elements that collectively form a system of numeration | 0 and 1 are digits |
| prima | 9 | indicating the most important performer or role | prima ballerina |
| spilt | 7 | - | - |
| tidal | 6 | of or relating to or caused by tides | tidal wave |
| crick | 13 | a painful muscle spasm especially in the neck or back (`rick' and `wrick' are British) | - |
| quilt | 14 | bedding made of two layers of cloth filled with stuffing and stitched together | - |
| reins | 5 | - | - |
| wring | 9 | twist and press out of shape | - |
| niner | 5 | the cardinal number that is the sum of eight and one | - |
| britt | 7 | the young of a herring or sprat or similar fish | - |
| cubic | 11 | having the shape of a cube; having three dimensions | - |
| tiara | 5 | a jeweled headdress worn by women on formal occasions | - |
| fives | 11 | a game resembling handball; played on a court with a front wall and two side walls | - |
| groin | 6 | a protective structure of stone or concrete; extends from shore into the water to prevent a beach from washing away | - |
| petit | 7 | - | - |
| silky | 12 | having a smooth, gleaming surface reflecting light | silky skin |
| niche | 10 | a small concavity | - |
| wield | 9 | have and exercise | wield power and authority |
| humid | 11 | containing or characterized by a great deal of water vapor | humid air |
| lilac | 7 | of a pale purple color | - |
| limbo | 9 | the state of being disregarded or forgotten | - |
| quill | 14 | the hollow spine of a feather | - |
Imagine a world where language is not just a means of communication but a playground for the curious mind. In this whimsical realm, five-letter words with an "I" nestled snugly in the middle become stars of the show, each one a tiny marvel of linguistic artistry. These words have a unique way of rolling off the tongue, capturing attention, and sparking joy. Whether they’re everyday terms or rare gems, they hold the power to transform ordinary conversations into delightful exchanges. Let’s dive into the captivating universe of these words, where letters dance together to create meaning and magic.
About 5-letter words in the middle I
The tantalizing twist of having an "I" as the third letter in five-letter words brings a special balance to the English language. This placement often creates a pleasing rhythm and an engaging cadence that naturally draws listeners in. The "I" acts as a pivot point, around which consonants and vowels twirl with precision. Words like "brisk" or "chime" demonstrate how this central vowel can alter the pronunciation, lending an intriguing crispness or melodic quality. The strategic positioning of these letters is more than just a coincidence—it’s a testament to the playful unpredictability of English.
The frequency with which these words appear in daily conversation attests to their utility and charm. Language enthusiasts relish discovering how such words are constructed and derive their meanings. For example, the word "whirl" evokes a sense of spinning motion, perfectly capturing its essence through the fluidity of its sounds. Meanwhile, "twist" hints at complexity, both in sound and interpretation. These words are not only functional but also serve as little puzzles that enrich our vocabulary and challenge our linguistic skills.
Popular word examples
Words with five letters and an "I" in the middle offer endless fun in language exploration. Here are ten popular examples that showcase their unique appeal:
Brisk
- Definition: Quick and active; lively.
- Example in a Sentence: The brisk morning walk energized her for the day ahead.
- Fun Fact: The word "brisk" is often used to describe weather that is cold yet invigorating.
Chime
- Definition: To make a musical ringing sound.
- Example in a Sentence: The church bells chime every hour on the dot.
- Fun Fact: Originally, "chime" referred specifically to a set of bells tuned to produce a harmonious sound.
Whirl
- Definition: To turn or spin around rapidly.
- Example in a Sentence: The dancer began to whirl across the stage.
- Fun Fact: The word "whirl" is related to the Old Norse "hvirfla", meaning “to turn.”
Twist
- Definition: To cause to rotate or coil.
- Example in a Sentence: She had to twist the cap off the stubborn jar.
- Fun Fact: "Twist" is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "twistōną", meaning “to divide.”
Grime
- Definition: Dirt ingrained on the surface of something.
- Example in a Sentence: The old car was covered in years of grime.
- Fun Fact: "Grime" has been used since the 12th century, initially describing soot or dirt.
Crisp
- Definition: Firm and fresh; brittle.
- Example in a Sentence: The apple was wonderfully crisp and juicy.
- Fun Fact: The term "crisp" also refers to a type of baked dessert, particularly in British cuisine.
Glint
- Definition: A small flash of light.
- Example in a Sentence: A glint of sunlight caught the edge of the mirror.
- Fun Fact: "Glint" originates from Middle English, meaning to glance or gleam.
Blink
- Definition: To close and open the eyes quickly.
- Example in a Sentence: He didn’t blink once during the intense scene.
- Fun Fact: On average, a person blinks 15-20 times per minute.
Drink
- Definition: To take liquid into the mouth and swallow.
- Example in a Sentence: It’s important to drink plenty of water each day.
- Fun Fact: The word "drink" comes from the Old English "drincan," which shares roots with several Germanic languages.
Flirt
- Definition: To behave as though attracted to someone, but playfully rather than seriously.
- Example in a Sentence: He would flirt shamelessly, much to the amusement of his friends.
- Fun Fact: "Flirt" originally meant to flick or dart about, reflecting its playful nature.
High-scoring scrabble examples
If you're a Scrabble aficionado, you'll appreciate these high-scoring words with an "I" smack dab in the middle.
| Word | Scrabble Points | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| Jive | 14 | A lively style of dance or music. |
| Binge | 8 | A period of excessive indulgence. |
| Prize | 16 | Something given for achievement. |
| Quilt | 14 | A bed covering made of padding. |
| Glitz | 15 | Extravagant but superficial display. |
Popular 5-letter words for Wordle
Wordle enthusiasts! Feast your eyes on these five-letter treasures that will give you an edge in the game:
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Bride | A woman on her wedding day. |
| Click | To press a button on a device, making a sharp sound. |
| Grind | To crush something into small particles. |
| Shirt | A garment worn on the upper body. |
| Blink | To close and reopen the eyes quickly. |
Unusual and rare word examples
For those who love a good linguistic mystery, here are some unusual and rare words with an "I" in the middle:
Frith
- Definition: A peace or sanctuary; also a stretch of saltwater.
- Interesting Fact: "Frith" hails from Old English, once widely used to denote peace or protection.
- Example in a Sentence: The old monastery was a frith for weary travelers.
Bight
- Definition: A bend or indentation in geographical features, such as the coastline.
- Interesting Fact: The term is frequently used in nautical contexts to describe a bay or sea curve.
- Example in a Sentence: The ship anchored safely in the bight.
Spilt
- Definition: Past tense of spill; to have poured out accidentally.
- Interesting Fact: "Spilt" is more commonly used in British English, whereas "spilled" is favored in American English.
- Example in a Sentence: She spilt coffee all over the report.
Pithy
- Definition: Concisely meaningful; forcefully expressive.
- Interesting Fact: "Pithy" derives from "pith," referring to the essential or central part of something.
- Example in a Sentence: His speech was pithy and captivated the audience.
Slink
- Definition: To move smoothly and quietly with gliding steps.
- Interesting Fact: In zoology, "slink" can also refer to a prematurely born calf.
- Example in a Sentence: The cat would slink around the house at night.
Firth
- Definition: A narrow inlet of the sea between cliffs or steep slopes.
- Interesting Fact: Commonly used in Scotland, where numerous firths dot the coastline.
- Example in a Sentence: They sailed down the firth, enjoying the scenic views.
Final words
And there you have it, a journey through the delightful domain of five-letter words with an "I" in the middle. These words, whether common or rare, exert a particular charm that enriches our language and stimulates our creativity. From playing word games to crafting poetry, the versatility and allure of these words are undeniable. So go forth, and let these linguistic gems revitalize your vocabulary and spark conversations filled with wonder and wit!
