5 Questions
What is the meaning of the word 'Divvying'?
To divide or allocate in shares
What is the word 'Bevvy' commonly used to refer to?
A beverage, often alcoholic
Which of the following words is a nickname for Neville?
Nevvy
What is the characteristic of the words listed in the passage?
They are not commonly used but are part of the English language
What is the meaning of the word 'Rivveting'?
Causing great interest or excitement
Study Notes
Words with four 'v's are rare, but they do exist. Here are some examples:
- Abracadabra: A word spoken in various forms of magic. It is often used to refer to the magical aspect of an illusion.
- Divvying: To divide or allocate in shares. This word is used in the context of dividing something among two or more people.
- Bevvy: A beverage, often alcoholic.
- Jevvie: A person who is jolly or lively.
- Nevvy: A nickname for Neville.
- Rivveting: Causing great interest or excitement.
- Sevvy: A nickname for Seville.
- Tevvy: A nickname for Tevy.
- Wivvy: A nickname for Wivvy.
- Zevvy: A nickname for Zevvy.
These words are not commonly used but are part of the English language. They are usually found in specialized or niche contexts.
Test your knowledge of uncommon English words that contain four 'v's. From magical terms to nicknames, these words are not often used in everyday conversation but are part of the English language. See how many of these words you can identify and learn their meanings.
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