CONTEXT
/ˈkɒntɛkst/
7 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb, adjective
Definition of CONTEXT
The surroundings, circumstances, environment, background or settings that determine, specify, or clarify the meaning of an event or other occurrence.
"In what context did your attack on him happen? - We had a pretty tense relationship at the time, and when he insulted me I snapped."
The text in which a word or passage appears and which helps ascertain its meaning.
"Without any context, I can't tell you if the "dish" refers to the food, or the thing you eat it on."
The surroundings and environment in which an artifact is found and which may provide important clues about the artifact's function and/or cultural meaning.
To knit or bind together; to unite closely.
Knit or woven together; close; firm.
Examples of CONTEXT in a Sentence
- "In what context did your attack on him happen? - We had a pretty tense relationship at the time, and when he insulted me I snapped."
- "Without any context, I can't tell you if the "dish" refers to the food, or the thing you eat it on."
Word Details
Is CONTEXT a Scrabble Word?
Yes, CONTEXT is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Bingo alert: Playing all 7 letters of CONTEXT earns a 50-point bonus in Scrabble, making it worth up to 66 points total.
Letter Values for CONTEXT
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | c | o | n | t | e | x | t | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 16 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 18 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in CONTEXT
44 words from the letters in CONTEXT
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4-letter words
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How to Use CONTEXT in Word Games
CONTEXT is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 18 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
Bingo potential: Since CONTEXT uses exactly 7 letters, playing it from your full rack earns the 50-point bingo bonus in Scrabble for a total of up to 66 points.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble CONTEXT to find 44 additional valid words.