Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Extinction.
Extinction - as a noun
No longer active; extinguished
Example: "The extinction of the volcano"
No longer in existence
Example: "The extinction of a species"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
defunctness17The reduction of the intensity of radiation as a consequence of absorption and radiation
Complete annihilation
Example: "They think a meteor caused the extinction of the dinosaurs"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
extermination22A conditioning process in which the reinforcer is removed and a conditioned response becomes independent of the conditioned stimulus
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
experimental extinctionThe act of extinguishing; causing to stop burning
Example: "The extinction of the lights"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
extinguishing25quenching24Example Sentences
"The extinction of the dinosaurs occurred millions of years ago."
"Hunting and habitat destruction are major causes of species extinction."
"Efforts are being made to prevent the extinction of endangered species."
"The passenger pigeon is an example of a species driven to extinction by human activity."
"Climate change is posing a significant threat to many species, increasing the risk of extinction."
Word Game Points
Is EXTINCTION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, extinction is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
EXTINCTION has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.
Is EXTINCTION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, extinction is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordEXTINCTION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.
Is EXTINCTION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, extinction is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordEXTINCTION has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.
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