FORESHORTENED
(verb)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Foreshortened.
Foreshortened - as a verb
Reduce in scope while retaining essential elements
Example: "The manuscript must be shortened"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
abbreviate17abridge11contract12cut5reduce9shorten10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
decrease11lessen6minify14Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Shorten lines in a drawing so as to create an illusion of depth
Example Sentences
"The foreshortened view of the mountains made them appear closer than they actually were."
"The foreshortened version of the painting didn't capture the full detail of the original."
"From far away, the foreshortened bridge looked like a mere speck on the horizon."
"The artist used a foreshortened perspective to create a sense of depth in the painting."
"The foreshortened limbs of the sculpture gave it a dynamic and energetic appearance."
Word Game Points
Is FORESHORTENED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, foreshortened is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
FORESHORTENED has a SCRABBLE points total of 20.
Is FORESHORTENED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, foreshortened is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordFORESHORTENED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.
Is FORESHORTENED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, foreshortened is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordFORESHORTENED has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.
