Word: WANTON
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Definition of WANTON
- A pampered or coddled person.
- An overly playful person; a trifler.
- A self-indulgent person, fond of excess.
- To rove and ramble without restraint, rule, or limit; to revel; to play loosely; to frolic.
- To waste or squander, especially in pleasure (most often with away).
"The young man wantoned away his inheritance."
- To act wantonly; to be lewd or lascivious.
- Undisciplined, unruly; not able to be controlled.
- Playful, sportive; merry or carefree.
- Lewd, immoral; sexually open, unchaste.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Based on its structure, this word likely follows standard English morphological patterns, though exact historical origins are not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "wanton" in early literature."
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "wanton" conveys a high level of precision."
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 | 9 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 9 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 11 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is WANTON a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is WANTON worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in WANTON? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing WANTON:
- # the wanton effect
- # master of wanton
- # playing with wanton
- # in terms of wanton
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