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Perigee.
Perigee - as a noun
Periapsis in earth orbit; the point in its orbit where a satellite is nearest to the earth
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
apogeeExample Sentences
"The moon's perigee is the point in its orbit where it is closest to Earth."
"The spacecraft entered its perigee and began its descent towards the planet."
"Astronomers observed a comet passing through its perigee in the night sky."
"During perigee, the tidal forces exerted on Earth are stronger than normal."
"The satellite's perigee altitude was adjusted to optimize its mission objectives."
Word Game Points
Is PERIGEE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, perigee is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PERIGEE has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is PERIGEE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, perigee is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPERIGEE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
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Valid WordPERIGEE has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.