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RAREFACTIONS

(noun)

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There is 1 meaning of the word Rarefactions.

Rarefactions - as a noun

A decrease in the density of something

Example: "A sound wave causes periodic rarefactions in its medium"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
compaction18

Example Sentences

"The sound wave reaches its highest amplitude during compressions and its lowest amplitude during rarefactions."
"The rarefactions in this particular sound wave are very pronounced."
"The rarefactions in the metal are causing it to become more brittle."
"During rarefactions, the molecules move farther apart from each other."
"The rarefactions in the air create a vacuum-like effect."
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Word Game Points

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

RAREFACTIONS has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is RAREFACTIONS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, rarefactions is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
RAREFACTIONS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is RAREFACTIONS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, rarefactions is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
RAREFACTIONS has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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