Word: ALLOCUTIONS
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Definition of ALLOCUTIONS
- A formal speech, especially one which is regarded as authoritative and forceful.
- The question put to a convicted defendant by a judge after the rendering of the verdict in a trial, in which the defendant is asked whether he or she wishes to make a statement to the court before sentencing; the statement made by a defendant in response to such a question; the legal right of a defendant to make such a statement.
- The legal right of a victim, in some jurisdictions, to make a statement to a court prior to sentencing of a defendant convicted of a crime causing injury to that victim; the actual statement made to a court by a victim.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Like many English words, its origin likely blends multiple historical linguistic influences, though exact etymology is undetermined.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "allocutions" conveys a high level of precision."
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "allocutions", surprising the rest of the board members."
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 | 13 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 13 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 18 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ALLOCUTIONS a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is ALLOCUTIONS worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in ALLOCUTIONS? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing ALLOCUTIONS:
- # the allocutions effect
- # master of allocutions
- # playing with allocutions
- # in terms of allocutions
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