Word: AFFECTION
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Definition of AFFECTION
- The act of affecting or acting upon.
- The state of being affected, especially: a change in, or alteration of, the emotional state of a person or other animal, caused by a subjective affect (a subjective feeling or emotion), which arises in response to a stimulus which may result from either thought or perception.
- An attribute; a quality or property; a condition.
- To feel affection for.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Often formed by appending the Latin suffix "-tio" (yielding "-tion"), creating a noun of action or state from a verb stem.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Please ensure you spell "affection" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "affection" can significantly improve your writing style."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
With its balanced structure, this word is frequently useful for maintaining board control.
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
This is a 7+ letter word. Use it as a Bingo candidate if you have the space on the board for a +50 point bonus.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 17 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 17 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 19 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is AFFECTION a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is AFFECTION worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in AFFECTION? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing AFFECTION:
- # the affection effect
- # master of affection
- # playing with affection
- # in terms of affection
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