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ADVERSITY

(noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Adversity.

How to pronounce adversity:

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Adversity - as a noun

A state of misfortune or affliction

Example: "Debt-ridden farmers struggling with adversity"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hard knockshardship17
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bad luckill luckmisfortune15tough luck
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A stroke of ill fortune; a calamitous event

Example: "A period marked by adversities"

Example Sentences

"She showed great courage in the face of adversity."
"The company managed to thrive despite economic adversity."
"Her success story serves as an inspiration for others facing adversity."
"Their relationship was tested by adversity, but they managed to overcome it."
"He turned his personal adversity into an opportunity for growth."
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Word Game Points

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

ADVERSITY has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is ADVERSITY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, adversity is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ADVERSITY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is ADVERSITY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, adversity is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ADVERSITY has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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