HYPHENATED
(verb, adj.)Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Hyphenated.
Hyphenated - as a verb
To break a word at the end of a line according to the hyphenation rules by adding a hyphen on the end of the line.
To join words or syllables with a hyphen.
Hyphenated - as an adjective
Written with a hyphen.
Example: "Some dictionaries list hyphenated words as though they contained no punctuation."
Of a person, considered to have more than one nationality or ethnicity (such as french-canadian, afro-argentine, etc.).
Example Sentences
"She changed her last name to a hyphenated one after getting married."
"The hyphenated word should be capitalized in this context."
"The book contains several hyphenated compound words."
"The hyphenated phrase adds clarity to the sentence."
"When writing in APA format, hyphenated words are treated as one word."
Word Game Points
Is HYPHENATED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, hyphenated is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
HYPHENATED has a SCRABBLE points total of 22.
Is HYPHENATED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, hyphenated is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordHYPHENATED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.
Is HYPHENATED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, hyphenated is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordHYPHENATED has a WORDFEUD points total of 23.
