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PYRRHIC

(adj., noun)
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Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Pyrrhic.

Pyrrhic - as an adjective

Of or relating to a war dance of ancient greece

Example: "Pyrrhic dance movements"

Of or relating to or containing a metrical foot of two unstressed syllables

Example: "Pyrrhic verses"

Of or relating to or resembling pyrrhus or his exploits (especially his sustaining staggering losses in order to defeat the romans)

Example: "A pyrrhic victory"

Pyrrhic - as a noun

A metrical unit with unstressed-unstressed syllables

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dibrach

An ancient greek dance imitating the motions of warfare

Example Sentences

"He suffered a pyrrhic defeat in the election, losing by a single vote."
"The company celebrated a pyrrhic victory by gaining a larger market share but losing many key employees."
"The team's pyrrhic triumph in the championship game was overshadowed by the numerous injuries sustained by the players."
"Although she won the lawsuit, it was a pyrrhic success as she had to spend all her savings on legal fees."
"The politician's pyrrhic win in passing the controversial bill led to a significant decrease in public support."
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Word Game Points

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

PYRRHIC has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is PYRRHIC a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, pyrrhic is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PYRRHIC has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is PYRRHIC a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, pyrrhic is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PYRRHIC has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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