Word: FLAMES
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Definition of FLAMES
- The visible part of fire; a stream of burning vapour or gas, emitting light and heat.
- A romantic partner or lover in a usually short-lived but passionate affair.
- Intentionally insulting criticism or remark meant to incite anger.
- To produce flames; to burn with a flame or blaze.
- To burst forth like flame; to break out in violence of passion; to be kindled with zeal or ardour.
- To post a destructively critical or abusive message (to somebody).
"I flamed him for spamming in my favourite newsgroup."
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Based on its structure, this word likely follows standard English morphological patterns, though exact historical origins are not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Please ensure you spell "flames" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "flames" can significantly improve your writing style."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word is a perfect "isogram" (or non-pattern word), meaning it contains no repeating letters. It is highly valued for rack flexibility!
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Try to save this word for placing next to open vowels to trigger parallel intersections and score double points.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 11 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 11 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 13 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is FLAMES a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is FLAMES worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in FLAMES? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing FLAMES:
- # the flames effect
- # master of flames
- # playing with flames
- # in terms of flames
Hook Words
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