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SUPERCRITICAL

(adj.sat, adj.)
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Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Supercritical.

Supercritical - as an adjective satellite

(especially of fissionable material) able to sustain a chain reaction in such a manner that the rate of reaction increases

Supercritical - as an adjective

(of a gas) above its critical temperature and critical pressure.

Having a mass sufficient to sustain a chain reaction.

(aerodynamics) above the speed of sound.

Above some other critical value or range.

Example Sentences

"The supercritical fluid has unique properties that make it ideal for certain industrial processes."
"Scientists are studying the behavior of supercritical water at high temperatures and pressures."
"The supercritical state of a substance occurs at a specific combination of temperature and pressure."
"The supercritical phase transition is a topic of interest in thermodynamics."
"The supercritical pressure in the Earth's core helps maintain its magnetic field."
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Word Game Points

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

SUPERCRITICAL has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.

Is SUPERCRITICAL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, supercritical is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SUPERCRITICAL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 24.

Is SUPERCRITICAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, supercritical is valid for WordFeud
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SUPERCRITICAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 23.

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