Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Extremities.
How to pronounce extremities:
US
Extremities - as a noun
An external body part that projects from the body
Example: "It is important to keep the extremities warm"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
appendagememberHypernyms (Closely Related)
external body partHyponyms (Broadly Related)
An extreme condition or state (especially of adversity or disease)
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
adversityhard knockshardshipHyponyms (Broadly Related)
The greatest or utmost degree
Example: "The extremity of despair"
The outermost or farthest region or point
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
partregionHyponyms (Broadly Related)
That part of a limb that is farthest from the torso
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
external body partHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"He wrapped a warm scarf around his extremities to protect them from the cold."
"The mountaineer suffered from frostbite in his extremities after being stranded on the peak."
"Yoga helps to improve blood circulation to the extremities."
"The doctor examined the patient's extremities for any signs of swelling or inflammation."
"She lost feeling in her extremities due to poor circulation caused by diabetes."
Word Game Points
Is EXTREMITIES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, extremities is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
EXTREMITIES has a SCRABBLE points total of 20.
Is EXTREMITIES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, extremities is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordEXTREMITIES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.
Is EXTREMITIES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, extremities is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordEXTREMITIES has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.