Word: INITIAL
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Definition of INITIAL
- The first letter of a word or a name.
- In plural, the first letter of each word of a person's full name considered as a unit.
"You can get your initials printed at the top."
- A distinguished initial letter of a chapter or section of a document.
- To sign one's initial(s), as an abbreviated signature.
"Please initial each page and sign the contract in full at the bottom."
- Chronologically first, early; of or pertaining to the beginning, cause or origin.
"Our initial admiration for their efficiency gave way to disgust about their methods."
- Spatially first, placed at the beginning, in the first position; especially said of the first letter of a word.
"The initial letter of names is usually printed with a capital letter."
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
This word's structure suggests a derivation from common English phonetic roots, though specific origin data is not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "initial" conveys a high level of precision."
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "initial", surprising the rest of the board members."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
A standard valid Scrabble word that can be highly useful for transitioning between different board quadrants.
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 | 7 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 7 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 9 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is INITIAL a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is INITIAL worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in INITIAL? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing INITIAL:
- # the initial effect
- # master of initial
- # playing with initial
- # in terms of initial
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