Word: ZEAL
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Definition of ZEAL
- The fervour or tireless devotion for a person, cause, or ideal and determination in its furtherance; diligent enthusiasm; powerful interest.
"She extols the virtues of veganism with missionary zeal."
- A person who exhibits such fervour or tireless devotion.
- The collective noun for a group of zebras.
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 "Please ensure you spell "zeal" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "zeal" can significantly improve your writing style."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word is a perfect "isogram" (or non-pattern word), meaning it contains no repeating letters. It is highly valued for rack flexibility!
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Keep this word in mind when holding the high-scoring tiles. Landing the premium consonant on a Double/Triple Letter score increases efficiency.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 13 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 13 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 14 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ZEAL a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is ZEAL worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in ZEAL? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing ZEAL:
- # the zeal effect
- # master of zeal
- # playing with zeal
- # in terms of zeal
Word Family
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