5 letter words starting with ly

Looking for a clue for todays Wordle or another Word game? Look no further! We got you covered. We got quite a few plausible five letter words starting with ly.

  • LYAMS
  • LYARD
  • LYART
  • LYASE
  • LYCEA
  • LYCEE
  • LYCRA
  • LYING
  • LYMES
  • LYMPH
  • LYNCH
  • LYNES
  • LYRES
  • LYRIC
  • LYSED
  • LYSES
  • LYSIN
  • LYSIS
  • LYSOL
  • LYSSA
  • LYTED
  • LYTES
  • LYTHE
  • LYTIC
  • LYTTA

Sometimes the solution is an uncommon word, then It’s time to learn something new. Here’s the definition of a few of these words:


Definition of lyase

lyase (noun)

  1. Any of many classes of enzyme that catalyze the breaking of a specific form of bond

Definition of lysed

lysed (verb)

  1. To burst or cut a cell or cell structure; to induce lysis.
  2. To break down molecularly into smaller molecules; to induce lysis.

Definition of lysis

lysis (noun)

  1. A gradual recovery from disease (opposed to crisis).
  2. The disintegration or destruction of cells
  3. The breakdown of molecules into constituent molecules
  4. A plinth or step above the cornice of the podium in an ancient temple.

Definition of lytic

lytic (adjective)

  1. Of, relating to, or causing lysis
  2. Of or relating to lysin