Word: SELECTIVE
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Tactical Scrabble placement and word difficulty
Definition of SELECTIVE
- Of or relating to the process of selection.
- Of or relating to natural selection.
"selective pressure"
- (of a person) choosy, fussy or discriminating when selecting.
"He's very selective and spent hours in the store choosing a new shirt."
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
While its precise historical etymology is unclear, it conforms to typical English phonetic and structural rules.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "selective", surprising the rest of the board members."
- โข "The referee verified that "selective" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
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 | 14 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 14 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 17 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SELECTIVE a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is SELECTIVE worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in SELECTIVE? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing SELECTIVE:
- # the selective effect
- # master of selective
- # playing with selective
- # in terms of selective
Hook Words
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Sub-words
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Word Family
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Same Length Words (9 Letters)
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