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There are 3 meanings of the word
Luridness.
Luridness - as a noun
The journalistic use of subject matter that appeals to vulgar tastes
Example: "The tabloids relied on sensationalism to maintain their circulation"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sensationalism16Unnatural lack of color in the skin (as from bruising or sickness or emotional distress)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
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"The luridness of the crime scene shocked the detectives."
"The movie was criticized for its excessive luridness."
"The newspaper article was filled with luridness, describing every gruesome detail."
"She couldn't handle the luridness of the horror novel and had to put it down."
"The author's use of luridness in his writing gave the story a disturbing ambiance."
Word Game Points
Is LURIDNESS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, luridness is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
LURIDNESS has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is LURIDNESS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, luridness is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordLURIDNESS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is LURIDNESS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, luridness is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordLURIDNESS has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
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