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SALIENT

(adj., noun, adj.sat)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Salient.

How to pronounce salient:

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Salient - as an adjective

(of angles) pointing outward at an angle of less than 180 degrees

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
re-entrant

Salient - as a noun

(military) the part of the line of battle that projects closest to the enemy

Salient - as an adjective satellite

Having a quality that thrusts itself into attention

Example: "An outstanding fact of our time is that nations poisoned by anti semitism proved less fortunate in regard to their own freedom"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
outstanding13prominent13spectacular17striking13

Represented as leaping (rampant but leaning forward)

Example Sentences

"The most salient feature of the painting is its vibrant colors."
"The salient points of his argument were well-received by the audience."
"She made sure to highlight the salient details in her presentation."
"The salient difference between the two products is their price."
"He emphasized the salient aspects of the proposal during the meeting."
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Word Game Points

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

SALIENT has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is SALIENT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, salient is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SALIENT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is SALIENT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, salient is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SALIENT has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.

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