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ETIOLATE

(adj.sat, verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Etiolate.

How to pronounce etiolate:

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Etiolate - as an adjective satellite

(especially of plants) developed without chlorophyll by being deprived of light

Example: "Etiolated celery"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
blanchedetiolated

Etiolate - as a verb

Make weak by stunting the growth or development of

Bleach and alter the natural development of (a green plant) by excluding sunlight

Make pale or sickly

Example: "Alcohol etiolates your skin"

Etiolate - as an adjective

Etiolated

Example Sentences

"The lack of sunlight etiolates the plants, causing them to become pale and weak."
"He etiolated the celery by growing it in the dark, resulting in white and stringy stalks."
"The excessive use of screen time can etiolate vision over time."
"Prolonged exposure to harsh chemicals can etiolate the skin, making it pale and unhealthy."
"The artist deliberately etiolated the colors in his painting to create a sense of melancholy."
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Word Game Points

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

ETIOLATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is ETIOLATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, etiolate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ETIOLATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is ETIOLATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, etiolate is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ETIOLATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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