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LAME

(noun, adj.sat, verb, adj.)
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Definitions

There are 10 meanings of the word Lame.

How to pronounce lame:

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Lame - as a noun

Someone who doesn't understand what is going on

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
square

A fabric interwoven with threads of metal

Example: "She wore a gold lame dress"

Lame - as an adjective satellite

Pathetically lacking in force or effectiveness

Example: "A feeble excuse"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
feeble

Disabled in the feet or legs

Example: "A crippled soldier"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
crippledgamegimpyhalthalting

Lame - as a verb

Deprive of the use of a limb, especially a leg

Example: "The accident has crippled her for life"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
maim
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Lame - as an adjective

Unable to walk properly because of a problem with one's feet or legs.

Moving with pain or difficulty on account of injury, defect or temporary obstruction of a function.

Example: "A lame leg, arm or muscle"

(by extension) hobbling; limping; inefficient; imperfect.

Unconvincing or unbelievable.

Example: "He had a really lame excuse for missing the birthday party."

Failing to be cool, funny, interesting or relevant.

Example: "He kept telling these extremely lame jokes all night."

Example Sentences

"The movie was so lame that I fell asleep halfway through."
"She told a series of lame jokes that nobody found funny."
"The party turned out to be pretty lame, with hardly any people showing up."
"His excuse for being late was really lame; nobody believed him."
"I can't believe you bought such a lame gift for her birthday."
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Word Game Points

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

LAME has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.

Is LAME a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, lame is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
LAME has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.

Is LAME a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, lame is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
LAME has a WORDFEUD points total of 6.

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