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ENDEMIC

(adj., noun, adj.sat)

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There are 5 meanings of the word Endemic.

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Endemic - as an adjective

Of or relating to a disease (or anything resembling a disease) constantly present to greater or lesser extent in a particular locality

Example: "Diseases endemic to the tropics"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
endemical
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
epidemicecdemic

Native to or confined to a certain region

Example: "The islands have a number of interesting endemic species"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
cosmopolitan

Endemic - as a noun

A disease that is constantly present to a greater or lesser degree in people of a certain class or in people living in a particular location

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
endemic disease

A plant or animal that is native to a certain limited area

Example: "It is an endemic found only this island"

Endemic - as an adjective satellite

Originating where it is found

Example: "The autochthonal fauna of australia includes the kangaroo"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
autochthonalautochthonicautochthonousindigenous

Example Sentences

"Malaria is an endemic disease in some parts of Africa."
"The red squirrel is endemic to the British Isles."
"Dengue fever is endemic in many tropical regions."
"This type of bird is endemic to the mountains of South America."
"The Galapagos Islands have many endemic species."
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Word Game Points

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

ENDEMIC has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is ENDEMIC a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, endemic is valid for Words With Friends
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ENDEMIC has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is ENDEMIC a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, endemic is valid for WordFeud
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ENDEMIC has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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