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EITHER

(adverb, pronoun, conj.)
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There are 4 meanings of the word Either.

Either - as an adverb

After a negative statement used as an intensive meaning something like `likewise' or `also'

Example: "He isn't stupid, but he isn't exactly a genius either"

Either - as a pronoun

One or other of two people or things.

Example: "He made me two offers, but i did not accept either."

Both, each of two or more.

Either - as a conjunction

Introduces the first of two (or occasionally more) options or possibilities, the second (or last) of which is introduced by “or”.

Example: "Either you eat your dinner or you go to your room."

Example Sentences

"I can't decide between either of the two options."
"Do you have either in blue or in green?"
"We can take either of the buses to get there."
"She didn't like either of the movies that were playing."
"You can choose either of the dresses for the party."
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Word Game Points

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

EITHER has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is EITHER a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, either is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
EITHER has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.

Is EITHER a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, either is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
EITHER has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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