REACTION
/ɹiˈækʃən/
8 letters · 2 syllables · noun
Definition of REACTION
An action or statement in response to a stimulus or other event.
"The announcement of the verdict brought a violent reaction."
A transformation in which one or more substances is converted into another by combination or decomposition.
"In this reaction, the acid and base will neutralize each other, producing a salt."
Reactionary politics; a period in which reactionary thought or politics is resurgent or dominant.
Examples of REACTION in a Sentence
- "The announcement of the verdict brought a violent reaction."
- "In this reaction, the acid and base will neutralize each other, producing a salt."
Word Details
Is REACTION a Scrabble Word?
Yes, REACTION is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: REACTION uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for REACTION
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | r | e | a | c | t | i | o | n | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 12 |
Anagrams of REACTION
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Words You Can Make With the Letters in REACTION
100 words from the letters in REACTION
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How to Use REACTION in Word Games
REACTION is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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