DISSIMILATION
(noun)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Dissimilation.
Dissimilation - as a noun
A linguistic process by which one of two similar sounds in a word becomes less like the other
Example: "The old french marbre became the english marble by dissimilation"
Breakdown in living organisms of more complex substances into simpler ones together with release of energy
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
catabolism16destructive metabolismkatabolism18Example Sentences
"One example of dissimilation is the word 'athlete' where the 'l' sound does not assimilate to the 'th' sound."
"Linguists study examples of dissimilation to understand sound patterns in languages."
"The dissimilation of the 'r' sound in the word 'library' is a well-known phenomenon."
"Some languages have specific rules governing dissimilation patterns."
"The dissimilation of nasal sounds in a word like 'environment' is a common occurrence."
Word Game Points
Is DISSIMILATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, dissimilation is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DISSIMILATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.
Is DISSIMILATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, dissimilation is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDISSIMILATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.
Is DISSIMILATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, dissimilation is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDISSIMILATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.
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