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AGONISTIC

(adj., adj.sat)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Agonistic.

Agonistic - as an adjective

Of or relating to the athletic contests held in ancient greece

Agonistic - as an adjective satellite

Striving to overcome in argument

Example: "A dialectical and agonistic approach"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
agonisticalcombative

Struggling for effect

Example: "Agonistic poses"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
strained

Example Sentences

"The agonistic behavior of the two birds indicated a territorial dispute."
"The agonistic expressions on their faces showed their intense rivalry."
"The agonistic competition between the two players was evident in the intense match."
"She adopted an agonistic stance, ready to defend her beliefs."
"The protesters engaged in agonistic arguments to make their opposing viewpoints heard."
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Word Game Points

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

AGONISTIC has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is AGONISTIC a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, agonistic is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
AGONISTIC has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is AGONISTIC a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, agonistic is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
AGONISTIC has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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