CONFLATE
/kɒnˈfleɪt/
8 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb, adjective
Definition of CONFLATE
(biblical criticism) A conflate text, one which conflates multiple version of a text together.
To bring (things) together and fuse (them) into a single entity.
To mix together different elements.
(by extension) To fail to properly distinguish or keep separate (things); to mistakenly treat (them) as equivalent.
"“Bacon was Lord Chancellor of England and the first European to experiment with gunpowder.” — “No, you are conflating Francis Bacon and Roger Bacon.”"
(biblical criticism) Combining elements from multiple versions of the same text.
Examples of CONFLATE in a Sentence
- "“Bacon was Lord Chancellor of England and the first European to experiment with gunpowder.” — “No, you are conflating Francis Bacon and Roger Bacon.”"
Word Details
Is CONFLATE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, CONFLATE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: CONFLATE uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for CONFLATE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | c | o | n | f | l | a | t | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 13 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 16 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in CONFLATE
100 words from the letters in CONFLATE
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How to Use CONFLATE in Word Games
CONFLATE is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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