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AFFAIR

(noun)
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Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Affair.

How to pronounce affair:

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Affair - as a noun

A vaguely specified concern

Example: "Several matters to attend to"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
matterthing
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
concern
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A usually secretive or illicit sexual relationship

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
affaireamourintimacyinvolvementliaison

A formal or official social gathering or ceremony of people

Example: "The party was quite an affair"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
functionoccasionsocial functionsocial occasion
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
social event
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"Their love affair lasted for several years."
"The government was involved in a corruption affair."
"The company's annual affairs report is due next week."
"She attended the charity affair organized by her friend."
"Their business affair concluded with a handshake."
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Word Game Points

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

AFFAIR has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

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

Is AFFAIR a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, affair is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
AFFAIR has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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