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ERECT

(adj., adj.sat, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Erect.

How to pronounce erect:

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Erect - as an adjective

Upright in position or posture

Example: "An erect stature"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
upright13vertical13
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
unerect

Erect - as an adjective satellite

Of sexual organs; stiff and rigid

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
tumid8

Erect - as a verb

Construct, build, or erect

Example: "Raise a barn"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
raise5rear4set up

Cause to rise up

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rear4
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bring upelevate10get uplift7raise5
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"He stood tall with his erect posture."
"The flagpole stood erect in the strong wind."
"The statue appeared majestic with its erect pose."
"The soldier held his erect stance during the ceremony."
"The cat's fur stood erect when threatened."
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Word Game Points

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

ERECT has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

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

Is ERECT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, erect is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ERECT has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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