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MORDANT

(noun, adj.sat, verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Mordant.

Mordant - as a noun

A substance used to treat leather or other materials before dyeing; aids in dyeing process

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
color7coloring materialcolour8colouring material
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Mordant - as an adjective satellite

Harshly ironic or sinister

Example: "Black humor"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
black13grim7

Of a substance, especially a strong acid; capable of destroying or eating away by chemical action

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
caustic11corrosive14erosive10vitriolic14

Mordant - as a verb

To subject to the action of, or imbue with, a mordant.

Example: "Mordant these goods for dyeing."

Mordant - as an adjective

Having or showing a sharp or critical quality

Serving to fix a dye to a fibre.

Example Sentences

"She responded to his criticism with a mordant wit, leaving him speechless."
"The comedian's mordant humor often made audiences uncomfortable."
"The art critic wrote a mordant review, tearing apart the artist's work."
"His mordant comments about her appearance hurt her feelings."
"The professor is known for his mordant observations about society."
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Word Game Points

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

MORDANT has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is MORDANT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, mordant is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
MORDANT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is MORDANT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, mordant is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
MORDANT has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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