Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Phases.
Phases - as a noun
Any distinct time period in a sequence of events
Example: "We are in a transitional stage in which many former ideas must be revised or rejected"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
stageHypernyms (Closely Related)
periodperiod of timetime periodHyponyms (Broadly Related)
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(physical chemistry) a distinct state of matter in a system; matter that is identical in chemical composition and physical state and separated from other material by the phase boundary
Example: "The reaction occurs in the liquid phase of the system"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
formHypernyms (Closely Related)
statestate of matterHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A particular point in the time of a cycle; measured from some arbitrary zero and expressed as an angle
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
phase angle(astronomy) the particular appearance of a body's state of illumination (especially one of the recurring shapes of the part of earth's moon that is illuminated by the sun)
Example: "The full phase of the moon"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
appearancevisual aspectHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Phases - as a verb
Arrange in phases or stages
Example: "Phase a withdrawal"
Adjust so as to be in a synchronized condition
Example: "He phased the intake with the output of the machine"
Example Sentences
"The moon goes through different phases during its lunar cycle."
"The project has many different phases, from planning to execution."
"She experienced different phases of emotions after winning the lottery."
"The butterfly goes through several phases of transformation during its life cycle."
"He studied the different phases of sleep for his research."
Word Game Points
Is PHASES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, phases is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PHASES has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is PHASES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, phases is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPHASES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is PHASES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, phases is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPHASES has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
