five

/faɪv/

Definitions

1. noun

the fifth number in an ordered series of numbers, especially one, two, three, four, and five

“The five o’clock news is about to start.”

2. adverb

used to indicate a number or quantity of five

“I have five books on my reading list this month.”

3. adjective

involving or requiring five participants or units

“The five-player team sport is quite challenging.”

Synonyms

  • fifth
  • quinquennial
  • quintet

Antonyms

  • one
  • single