DISTANCES
9 letters · 3 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of DISTANCES
The amount of space between two points, usually geographical points, usually (but not necessarily) measured along a straight line.
"From Moscow, the distance is relatively short to Saint Petersburg, relatively long to Novosibirsk, but even greater to Vladivostok."
Length or interval of time.
The difference; the subjective measure between two quantities.
"We're narrowing the distance between the two versions of the bill. The distance between the lowest and next gear on my bicycle is annoying."
To move away (from) someone or something.
"He distanced himself from the comments made by some of his colleagues."
To leave at a distance; to outpace, leave behind.
Examples of DISTANCES in a Sentence
- "From Moscow, the distance is relatively short to Saint Petersburg, relatively long to Novosibirsk, but even greater to Vladivostok."
- "We're narrowing the distance between the two versions of the bill. The distance between the lowest and next gear on my bicycle is annoying."
- "He distanced himself from the comments made by some of his colleagues."
Word Details
Is DISTANCES a Scrabble Word?
Yes, DISTANCES is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: DISTANCES uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for DISTANCES
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | d | i | s | t | a | n | c | e | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 12 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 14 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in DISTANCES
100 words from the letters in DISTANCES
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How to Use DISTANCES in Word Games
DISTANCES is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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