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GADFLY

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There are 2 meanings of the word Gadfly.

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Gadfly - as a noun

A persistently annoying person

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
blightercusspestpesterer
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
persecutortormentertormentor
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Any of various large flies that annoy livestock

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
fly
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The gadfly was buzzing around the picnic table, annoying everyone."
"He was known for being a political gadfly, always challenging the government's decisions."
"The professor's constant questioning acted as a gadfly, pushing his students to think critically."
"The journalist was often referred to as a gadfly because of his relentless pursuit of the truth."
"The gadfly in the office was constantly disrupting meetings with his nonsensical ideas."
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Word Game Points

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

GADFLY has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is GADFLY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, gadfly is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
GADFLY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is GADFLY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, gadfly is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
GADFLY has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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