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HEADLONG

(adverb, adj.sat, verb, adj.)
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There are 10 meanings of the word Headlong.

How to pronounce headlong:

US

Headlong - as an adverb

With the head before the body

Example: "The runner slid headlong into third base"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
headfirst

At breakneck speed

Example: "Burst headlong through the gate"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
precipitately

In a hasty and foolhardy manner

Example: "He fell headlong in love with his cousin"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rashly

Headlong - as an adjective satellite

Excessively quick

Example: "Made a hasty exit"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hasty

With the head foremost

Example: "A headfirst plunge down the stairs"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
headfirst

Headlong - as a verb

To precipitate.

Headlong - as an adjective

Precipitous.

Plunging downwards head foremost.

Rushing forward without restraint.

Reckless, impetuous.

Example Sentences

"He ran headlong into the wall."
"She made a headlong leap into the water."
"He made a headlong rush to catch the train."
"The two cars collided in a headlong crash."
"She made a headlong dash down the stairs."
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Word Game Points

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

HEADLONG has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

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

Is HEADLONG a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, headlong is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HEADLONG has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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