ACCESSORY
/ækˈsɛs(ə)ɹi/
9 letters · 4 syllables · adjective, noun
Definition of ACCESSORY
Having a secondary, supplementary or subordinate function by accompanying as a subordinate; aiding in a secondary way; being additional; being connected as an incident or subordinate to a principal; contributing or being contributory. Said of people and things, and, when of people, usually in a bad sense
"She was accessory to the riot."
Assisting a crime without actually participating in committing the crime itself.
Present in a minor amount, and not essential.
Something that belongs to part of another main thing; something additional and subordinate, an attachment.
"the accessories of a mobile phone"
An article that completes one's basic outfit, such as a scarf or gloves.
A person who is not present at a crime, but contributes to it as an assistant or instigator.
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Examples of ACCESSORY in a Sentence
- "She was accessory to the riot."
- "the accessories of a mobile phone"
Word Details
Is ACCESSORY a Scrabble Word?
Yes, ACCESSORY is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: ACCESSORY uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for ACCESSORY
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | a | c | c | e | s | s | o | r | y | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 16 |
| WWF | 1 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 17 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in ACCESSORY
100 words from the letters in ACCESSORY
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How to Use ACCESSORY in Word Games
ACCESSORY is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 17 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
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