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Word: SUPPRESSING

โœ“ Valid Scrabble Word
S 1 U 1 P 3 P 3 R 1 E 1 S 1 S 1 I 1 N 1 G 2
Length 11 letters
Syllables 3
Pronunciation /sสŒppหˆressษชndส’/
Frequency Uncommon
Scrabble 16 pts
WWF Score 21 pts

๐Ÿ“Š Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown

Vowels 3
Consonants 8
Unique Letters 8
Top Tile P (3 pts)
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Smart Word Insights & Strategy

Tactical Scrabble placement and word difficulty

Linguistic Level Master
Spelling Pitfalls Remember the double letters "PP". It is easy to miss one during high-speed play.
Board Strategy This is a Bingo-length word! Playing all 7 letters from your rack gives a huge +50 point bonus. Keep an eye out for layout paths.

Definition of SUPPRESSING

verb
  1. To put an end to, especially with force, to crush, do away with; to prohibit, subdue.

    "Political dissent was brutally suppressed."

  2. To restrain or repress, such as laughter or an expression.

    "I struggled to suppress my smile."

  3. To exclude undesirable thoughts from one's mind.

    "He unconsciously suppressed his memories of abuse."

noun
  1. The act by which something is suppressed; a suppression.

Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.

๐Ÿ“œ Word Pattern Notes

While its precise historical etymology is unclear, it conforms to typical English phonetic and structural rules.

๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences

  • โ€ข "Please ensure you spell "suppressing" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
  • โ€ข "Understanding the exact meaning of "suppressing" can significantly improve your writing style."

๐Ÿ’ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts

A standard valid Scrabble word that can be highly useful for transitioning between different board quadrants.

๐ŸŽฏ 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) โœ“ Valid 16 pts
SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) โœ“ Valid 16 pts
ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) โœ“ Valid 21 pts

Frequently Asked Questions

Is SUPPRESSING a valid Scrabble word? โ–ผ
SUPPRESSING is a valid Scrabble word in the North American TWL dictionary, and is valid internationally in the SOWPODS dictionary.
How many points is SUPPRESSING worth in Scrabble? โ–ผ
In Scrabble, SUPPRESSING is worth 16 points. In Words with Friends, it is worth 21 points.
How many syllables are in SUPPRESSING? โ–ผ
There are 3 syllables in SUPPRESSING.

๐Ÿ”— Common Phrases & Idioms

Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing SUPPRESSING:

  • # the suppressing effect
  • # master of suppressing
  • # playing with suppressing
  • # in terms of suppressing
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