DERELICT
(noun, adj.sat, adj.)Definitions
There are 9 meanings of the word
Derelict.
How to pronounce derelict:
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Derelict - as a noun
A person without a home, job, or property
Derelict - as an adjective satellite
Worn and broken down by hard use
Example: "A creaky shack"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
creaky15decrepit13flea-bittenrun-downwoebegone15Forsaken by owner or inhabitants
Example: "Weed-grown yard of an abandoned farmhouse"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
abandoned13deserted10Failing in what duty requires
Example: "Derelict (or delinquent) in his duty"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
delinquent20neglectful16remiss8In deplorable condition
Example: "A street of bedraggled tenements"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bedraggled16broken-downdilapidated16ramshackle21tatterdemalion17tumble-downDerelict - as an adjective
Abandoned, forsaken; given up by the natural owner or guardian; (of a ship) abandoned at sea, dilapidated, neglected; (of a spacecraft) abandoned in outer space.
Example: "There was a derelict ship on the island."
Negligent in performing a duty.
Lost; adrift; hence, wanting; careless; neglectful; unfaithful.
Example Sentences
"The city plans to demolish the derelict building."
"The derelict was found sleeping in an abandoned car."
"The police officer helped the derelict find shelter for the night."
"The program provides assistance and support for homeless derelicts."
"The abandoned ship was left derelict in the harbor."
Word Game Points
Is DERELICT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, derelict is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DERELICT has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is DERELICT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, derelict is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDERELICT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is DERELICT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, derelict is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDERELICT has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
