Word: SUNKEN
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Definition of SUNKEN
- (heading, physical) To move or be moved into something.
- (heading, social) To diminish or be diminished.
- To conceal and appropriate.
- Caused, by natural or unnatural means, to be depressed (lower than the surrounding area) or submerged
"The sunken ship lay at a depth of 100 feet"
- (of eyes or cheeks) Seeming to have fallen deeper back into the face due to tiredness, illness, or old age.
"She looked old and thin with sunken cheeks and hollow eyes."
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 "The referee verified that "sunken" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
- โข "During the final turn of the Scrabble tournament, he played "sunken" to secure the victory."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word provides solid placement flexibility, making it a reliable option for typical game situations.
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 | 10 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 10 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 13 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SUNKEN a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is SUNKEN worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in SUNKEN? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing SUNKEN:
- # the sunken effect
- # master of sunken
- # playing with sunken
- # in terms of sunken
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