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DICTATION

(noun)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Dictation.

Dictation - as a noun

An authoritative direction or instruction to do something

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bid6bidding12command14
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
speech act
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Speech intended for reproduction in writing

Matter that has been dictated and transcribed; a dictated passage

Example: "He signed and mailed his dictation without bothering to read it"

Example Sentences

"My teacher gave me a dictation to test my spelling skills."
"I struggle with taking dictation because I can't write as fast as the speaker."
"The secretary transcribed the dictation from the meeting."
"She received a dictation from her boss outlining the tasks she needed to complete."
"I always use voice recognition software for dictation, it saves a lot of time."
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Word Game Points

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

DICTATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is DICTATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, dictation is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DICTATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

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

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