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CONTEXT

/ˈkɒntɛkst/

7 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb, adjective

C 3/4
O 1/1
N 1/2
T 1/1
E 1/1
X 8/8
T 1/1

Definition of CONTEXT

noun

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."

noun

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."

noun

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.

verb

To knit or bind together; to unite closely.

adjective

Knit or woven together; close; firm.

Antonyms of CONTEXT

Words with opposite meaning

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

Letters
7
Syllables
2
Scrabble
16
points
WWF
18
points

Is CONTEXT a Scrabble Word?

Yes, CONTEXT is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 16 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 16 pts Words With Friends — 18 pts

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 context Total
Scrabble 3111181 16
WWF 4121181 18

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.

Frequently Asked Questions About CONTEXT

What does CONTEXT mean?
CONTEXT is a noun. The surroundings, circumstances, environment, background or settings that determine, specify, or clarify the meaning of an event or other occurrence.
Is CONTEXT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, CONTEXT is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 16 points in Scrabble.
How many points is CONTEXT worth in Scrabble?
CONTEXT is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 18 points in Words With Friends. It is a 7-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from CONTEXT?
You can make 44 words from the letters in CONTEXT. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.