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SLIGHTS

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

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Slights.

Slights - as an adjective

(quantifier used with mass nouns) small in quantity or degree; not much or almost none or (with `a') at least some

Example: "Little rain fell in may"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
little

Slights - as a noun

A deliberate discourteous act (usually as an expression of anger or disapproval)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rebuff
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
discourtesyoffenceoffenseoffensive activity
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Slights - as an adjective satellite

Lacking substance or significance

Example: "Slight evidence"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
flimsyfragiletenuousthin

Being of delicate or slender build

Example: "She was slender as a willow shoot is slender"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
slenderslimsvelte

Slights - as a verb

Pay no attention to, disrespect

Example: "She cold-shouldered her ex-fiance"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cold-shoulder

Example Sentences

"She was deeply hurt by his slights and insults."
"The actress took offense at the slights made by the critic."
"His slights towards his employees created a hostile work environment."
"The student felt unfairly treated by the slights of her classmates."
"She couldn't forget the slights she had experienced in her childhood."
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Word Game Points

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

SLIGHTS has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is SLIGHTS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, slights is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SLIGHTS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is SLIGHTS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, slights is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SLIGHTS has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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