ALTERNATION
/ˈɒl.tə(ɹ).ˌneɪ.ʃən/
11 letters · 4 syllables · noun
Definition of ALTERNATION
The reciprocal succession of (normally two) things in time or place; the act of following and being followed by turns; alternate succession, performance, or occurrence
"alternation between night shifts and day shifts"
The response of the congregation speaking alternately with the minister.
Ablaut.
Examples of ALTERNATION in a Sentence
- "alternation between night shifts and day shifts"
Word Details
Is ALTERNATION a Scrabble Word?
Yes, ALTERNATION is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: ALTERNATION uses 11 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for ALTERNATION
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | a | l | t | e | r | n | a | t | i | o | n | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 11 |
| WWF | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 14 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in ALTERNATION
100 words from the letters in ALTERNATION
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How to Use ALTERNATION in Word Games
ALTERNATION is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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