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SEDENTARY

(adj.sat, noun, adj.)

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There are 7 meanings of the word Sedentary.

Sedentary - as an adjective satellite

Requiring sitting or little activity

Example: "Forced by illness to lead a sedentary life"

Sedentary - as a noun

A sedentary person

Sedentary - as an adjective

Not moving; relatively still; staying in the vicinity.

Example: "The oyster is a sedentary mollusk; the barnacles are sedentary crustaceans."

(of a human population) living in a fixed geographical location; the opposite of nomadic.

(of a job, lifestyle, etc.) not moving much; sitting around.

Inactive; motionless; sluggish; tranquil

Caused by long sitting.

Example Sentences

"She leads a sedentary lifestyle, spending most of her time sitting at a desk."
"The office job requires long hours of sedentary work."
"A sedentary lifestyle can have negative effects on your health."
"The study found that sedentary behavior is linked to obesity."
"His sedentary habits have led to weight gain."
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Word Game Points

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

SEDENTARY has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is SEDENTARY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, sedentary is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SEDENTARY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is SEDENTARY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sedentary is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SEDENTARY has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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