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SOUTHERN

(adj., adj.sat, noun)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Southern.

How to pronounce southern:

US

Southern - as an adjective

In or characteristic of a region of the united states south of (approximately) the mason-dixon line

Example: "Southern hospitality"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
northern11

Situated in or coming from regions of the south

Example: "The southern hemisphere"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
northern11

Southern - as an adjective satellite

Situated in or oriented toward the south

Example: "A southern exposure"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
southerly15

From the south; used especially of wind

Example: "A hot southerly wind"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
southerly15

Southern - as a noun

Someone from one of the states which seceded in 1861 and briefly formed the confederate states of america, or, more broadly, from some neighboring states as well (but excluding geographically-southerly states like arizona); compare the south.

A native or inhabitant of the south of a region (or of the world as a whole), such as the united kingdom.

Example Sentences

"I love the warm weather in southern California."
"We went on a road trip through the southern states."
"My grandmother was born and raised in a small southern town."
"The southern accent is distinct and charming."
"They serve delicious southern cuisine at this restaurant."
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Word Game Points

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

SOUTHERN has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is SOUTHERN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, southern is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SOUTHERN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is SOUTHERN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, southern is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SOUTHERN has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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