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ACENTRIC

(adj., adj.sat)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Acentric.

Acentric - as an adjective

Lacking a centromere

Example: "An acentric chromosome fragment"

Acentric - as an adjective satellite

Not centered or having no center

Example Sentences

"The molecule is acentric and therefore lacks a permanent dipole moment."
"The acentric compound does not possess a center of symmetry."
"The acentric nature of the crystal causes its susceptibility to light polarization."
"The acentric chromosome aberration was believed to be the cause of the genetic disorder."
"The acentric behavior of the protein in solution was unexpected."
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Word Game Points

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

ACENTRIC has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

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

Is ACENTRIC a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, acentric is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ACENTRIC has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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