Word: DESPITE
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Definition of DESPITE
- Disdain, contemptuous feelings, hatred.
- Action or behaviour displaying such feelings; an outrage, insult.
- Evil feeling; malice, spite.
- To vex; to annoy; to offend contemptuously.
- In spite of, notwithstanding, regardless of.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Often originates from the Latin "de-", meaning "down, away, or opposite", indicating reversal or removal.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "despite" conveys a high level of precision."
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "despite", 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 | 10 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 10 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 11 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is DESPITE a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is DESPITE worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in DESPITE? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing DESPITE:
- # the despite effect
- # master of despite
- # playing with despite
- # in terms of despite
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