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TURNDOWN

(noun, adj.)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Turndown.

Turndown - as a noun

The act of refusing an offer

Example: "The turndown was polite but very firm"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
nonacceptance

Turndown - as an adjective

Capable of being turned down, or decreased in intensity.

Example: "A turndown lamp"

Made to wear with the upper part turned down.

Example: "A turndown collar"

Example Sentences

"She turndowned his marriage proposal with a firm shake of her head."
"The company turndowned his application for a loan."
"Despite his exceptional skills, he was turndowned for the job."
"The university turndowned several students due to low grades."
"They turndowned the offer to buy their house at such a low price."
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Word Game Points

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

TURNDOWN has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is TURNDOWN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, turndown is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
TURNDOWN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is TURNDOWN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, turndown is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TURNDOWN has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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