Dictionary Only:
Explicit Words:

PILLARS

(noun)
Did you mean?
Also try..

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Pillars.

Pillars - as a noun

A fundamental principle or practice

Example: "Science eroded the pillars of superstition"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
principle15rule4
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Anything that approximates the shape of a column or tower

Example: "The test tube held a column of white powder"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
column10tower8
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
form9shape10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A prominent supporter

Example: "He is a pillar of the community"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
mainstay13

A vertical cylindrical structure standing alone and not supporting anything (such as a monument)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
column10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
construction16structure11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

(architecture) a tall vertical cylindrical structure standing upright and used to support a structure

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
column10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
upright13vertical13
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The ancient temple had grand pillars supporting its structure."
"She leaned against one of the marble pillars to rest."
"The architectural style of the building featured ornate pillars."
"The cathedral's stained glass windows framed by the tall pillars were breathtaking."
"The ruined castle still had a few pillars standing amidst its crumbling walls."
View more

Word Game Points

Is PILLARS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, pillars is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PILLARS has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is PILLARS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, pillars is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PILLARS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is PILLARS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, pillars is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PILLARS has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

Word Variations & Relations

A-Z Proximities

Add 1 Letter To Make These Words...

WordDB Icon
WordDB
United Kingdom
Download the WordDB app directly on your home screen for instant access. No App Store necessary, less than 1MB storage, always up-to-date and secure.
1.
Tap on share button
2.
Tap on Add To Home Screenadd button
3.
Find WordDB App Icon on your home screen