Word: INSTANCE
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Tactical Scrabble placement and word difficulty
Definition of INSTANCE
- Urgency of manner or words; an urgent request; insistence.
- A token; a sign; a symptom or indication.
"It sends some precious instance of itself/ After the thing it loves. Hamlet IV. v. ca. 1602"
- That which is urgent; motive.
- To mention as a case or example; to refer to; to cite
- To cite an example as proof; to exemplify.
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 "instance" conveys a high level of precision."
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "instance", 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 | 13 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is INSTANCE a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is INSTANCE worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in INSTANCE? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing INSTANCE:
- # the instance effect
- # master of instance
- # playing with instance
- # in terms of instance
Hook Words
Valid words formed by adding a letter to the start or end of INSTANCE:
Sub-words
Smaller words created by unscrambling subset letters of INSTANCE:
Word Family
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Same Length Words (8 Letters)
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Words Starting with I
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