Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Stilted.
How to pronounce stilted:
UK
Stilted - as an adjective satellite
Artificially formal
Example: "That artificial humility that her husband hated"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
artificialcontrivedhokeyStilted - as a verb
To raise on stilts, or as if on stilts
Stilted - as an adjective
Making use of or possessing a stilt or stilts, or things resembling stilts; raised on stilts.
Elevated or raised in a contrived or unnatural way; stiff and artificially formal or pompous; also, depending on redundant, unnecessary elements.
Example: "He gave a stilted bow and left."
Of a building or architectural feature such as an arch or vault: supported by stilts; also (generally) having the main part raised above the usual level by some structure.
Example Sentences
"The dialogue in the play felt stilted and unnatural."
"Her stilted delivery made it difficult to engage with the presentation."
"The conversation at the party was stilted and awkward."
"The stilted prose of the novel made it challenging to read."
"His speech came across as stilted and rehearsed."
Word Game Points
Is STILTED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, stilted is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
STILTED has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.
Is STILTED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, stilted is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSTILTED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.
Is STILTED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, stilted is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSTILTED has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.
