Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Dire.
How to pronounce dire:
US
Dire - as an adjective satellite
Fraught with extreme danger; nearly hopeless
Example: "A desperate illness"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
desperate12Causing fear or dread or terror
Example: "The awful war"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
awful11direful11dread7dreaded10dreadful13fearful13fearsome13frightening19horrendous14horrific16terrible10Dire - as an adjective
Warning of bad consequences: ill-boding; portentous.
Example: "Dire omens"
Requiring action to prevent bad consequences: urgent, pressing.
Example: "Dire need"
Expressing bad consequences: dreadful; dismal
Example: "Dire consequences; to be in dire straits"
Bad in quality, awful, terrible.
Example Sentences
"The country is facing a dire economic crisis."
"The patient is in dire need of medical attention."
"The storm caused dire consequences for the coastal town."
"The company is in dire straits and may have to lay off employees."
"The situation is becoming increasingly dire."
Word Game Points
Is DIRE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, dire is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DIRE has a SCRABBLE points total of 5.
Is DIRE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, dire is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDIRE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 5.
Is DIRE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, dire is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDIRE has a WORDFEUD points total of 5.
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