Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Appanage.
Appanage - as a noun
Any customary and rightful perquisite appropriate to your station in life
Example: "For thousands of years the chair was an appanage of state and dignity rather than an article of ordinary use"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
apanageA grant (by a sovereign or a legislative body) of resources to maintain a dependent member of a ruling family
Example: "Bishoprics were received as appanages for the younger sons of great families"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
apanageAppanage - as a verb
To confer an apanage upon.
Example Sentences
"The royal prince was given an appanage consisting of a castle and several estates."
"The wealthy businessman enjoyed the appanage of owning a luxurious yacht."
"The singer's fame came with the appanage of constant media attention."
"In some cultures, being the eldest son brings the appanage of inheriting the family fortune."
"The appanage of having a personal chef allows the celebrity to enjoy fine dining every day."
Word Game Points
Is APPANAGE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, appanage is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
APPANAGE has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is APPANAGE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, appanage is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordAPPANAGE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is APPANAGE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, appanage is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordAPPANAGE has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.
