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WISTFUL

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Wistful.

Wistful - as an adjective satellite

Showing pensive sadness

Example: "The sensitive and wistful response of a poet to the gentler phases of beauty"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pensive12

Wistful - as an adjective

Full of longing or yearning.

Example: "His eyes grew wistful as he recalled his university days."

Sad and thoughtful.

Example Sentences

"She looked wistful as she gazed at the old photographs."
"His wistful smile revealed a sense of longing."
"The wistful melody brought tears to her eyes."
"He spoke with a wistful tone, remembering his childhood days."
"The wistful expression on his face showed his desire for a simpler life."
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Word Game Points

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

WISTFUL has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is WISTFUL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, wistful is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
WISTFUL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is WISTFUL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, wistful is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
WISTFUL has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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