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BRAINWAVE

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Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Brainwave.

Brainwave - as a noun

(neurophysiology) rapid fluctuations of voltage between parts of the cerebral cortex that are detectable with an electroencephalograph

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
brain wavecortical potential
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bioelectricity23
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The clear (and often sudden) understanding of a complex situation

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
brainstorm14insight11
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
apprehension19discernment16savvy14understanding16
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"I had a brainwave and came up with a solution to the problem."
"Her sudden brainwave led to a breakthrough in the research."
"The invention was the result of a brilliant brainwave."
"I had a brainwave and remembered where I left my keys."
"His brainwave changed the course of the company's strategy."
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Word Game Points

Is BRAINWAVE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, brainwave is valid for Scrabble UK/EU only
US/CA Invalid UK/EU Valid

BRAINWAVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is BRAINWAVE a valid Words With Friends word?
No, brainwave is NOT valid for Words With Friends
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BRAINWAVE is not a valid Words With Friends word.

Is BRAINWAVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, brainwave is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BRAINWAVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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