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YAWNED

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Yawned.

Yawned - as a noun

An involuntary intake of breath through a wide open mouth; usually triggered by fatigue or boredom

Example: "He could not suppress a yawn"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
oscitanceoscitancyyawning
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
inborn reflexinnate reflexinstinctive reflexphysiological reactionreflexreflex actionreflex responseunconditioned reflex
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Yawned - as a verb

Utter a yawn, as from lack of oxygen or when one is tired

Example: "The child yawned during the long performance"

Be wide open

Example: "The deep gaping canyon"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gapeyaw

Example Sentences

"He yawned loudly during the boring lecture."
"She yawned and stretched her arms after waking up."
"The tired child yawned several times while getting ready for bed."
"As she read the book, she yawned and struggled to stay awake."
"He yawned repeatedly due to his lack of sleep."
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Word Game Points

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

YAWNED has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is YAWNED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, yawned is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
YAWNED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

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

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