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DONNISH

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Donnish.

Donnish - as an adjective satellite

Marked by a narrow focus on or display of learning especially its trivial aspects

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
academicpedantic

Donnish - as an adjective

Characteristic of a (university) don

(of a person) bookish, theoretical and pedantic, as opposed to practical.

Example: "The new engineer had a donnish air, and found it difficult to communicate with the workers in the factory."

Example Sentences

"She wore a donnish outfit to the academic conference."
"His donnish demeanor gave the impression of deep intellect."
"The professor's donnish manner of speaking made it difficult for the students to follow along."
"The library had a donnish atmosphere, with its hushed voices and rows of books."
"Her donnish scholarship on the subject was highly regarded by her peers."
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Word Game Points

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

DONNISH has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

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

Is DONNISH a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, donnish is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DONNISH has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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