Definitions
There are 9 meanings of the word
Means.
How to pronounce means:
US
Means - as a noun
To have the ability to produce a particular effect or achieve an end
Example: "A means of control"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
agency12way9Hypernyms (Closely Related)
effectuation20implementation20Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Considerable capital (wealth or income)
Example: "He is a man of means"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
substance13Hypernyms (Closely Related)
capital11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
An artifact (that is instrumental in accomplishing some end) for accomplishing some end
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
instrumentality20instrumentation17Hypernyms (Closely Related)
artefact13artifact13Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Means - as a verb
To lament.
To intend.
To convey (a meaning).
To have conviction in (something said or expressed); to be sincere in (what one says).
Example: "Does she really mean what she said to him last night?"
To cause or produce (a given result); to bring about (a given result).
Example: "One faltering step means certain death."
(usually with to) to be of some level of importance.
Example: "Formality and titles mean nothing in their circle."
Example Sentences
"Money is a means to buy things."
"Education is a means to a better future."
"She used various means to achieve her goals."
"The ends do not justify the means."
"Sending a text message is a means of communication."
Word Game Points
Is MEANS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, means is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
MEANS has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.
Is MEANS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, means is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordMEANS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.
Is MEANS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, means is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordMEANS has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.
