Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Pillar.
How to pronounce pillar:
US
Pillar - as a noun
A fundamental principle or practice
Example: "Science eroded the pillars of superstition"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
principle15rule4Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Anything that approximates the shape of a column or tower
Example: "The test tube held a column of white powder"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
column10tower8Hypernyms (Closely Related)
form9shape10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A prominent supporter
Example: "He is a pillar of the community"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
mainstay13A vertical cylindrical structure standing alone and not supporting anything (such as a monument)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
column10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
construction16structure11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
(architecture) a tall vertical cylindrical structure standing upright and used to support a structure
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
column10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
upright13vertical13Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Pillar - as a verb
To provide with pillars or added strength as if from pillars.
Example Sentences
"The ancient ruins were supported by massive stone pillars."
"She leaned against a pillar to catch her breath."
"The grand cathedral had towering marble pillars."
"The victory was seen as a pillar of support for the team."
"The politician promised to make education a pillar of his campaign."
Word Game Points
Is PILLAR a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, pillar is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PILLAR has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.
Is PILLAR a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, pillar is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPILLAR has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is PILLAR a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, pillar is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPILLAR has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.
