fifth

[fifth, fith] / fɪfθ, fɪθ /

ADJECTIVE

having five of something

Synonyms

WEAK

quinary quinquennial quintan

Example Sentences

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That said, since the end of 2025, she has been steadily improving, going from sixth to fifth to fourth to third in World Cup finishes leading into the Olympics.

From Los Angeles Times

It was Chiles’ fourth straight 10 on floor and fifth perfect score this season.

From Los Angeles Times

For this season and the previous FA Cup campaign, it has not been used until the fifth round, with many fans looking forward to a return to football without interruptions from technology.

From BBC

This was Scotland's fifth win in six Tests against England but their first in eight Tests when facing a team in the world's top 10.

From Barron's

Chen, then 18 years old in his Olympic debut, bounced back in a fearless free skate that moved him into fifth overall.

From Los Angeles Times