SATURNINE

Noun Verb Adjective

Definition

SATURNINE Saturnine: having a gloomy or sullen disposition; saturninity (plural) refers to the state of being saturnine; saturnining (present participle) describes the act of behaving in a gloomy manner; saturnined (past tense) means having been in a gloomy state; saturniner (comparative) is someone who is more gloomy than others; saturninest (superlative) describes the most gloomy person; saturninely (adverb) means in

Word Analysis

Usage and Context

The word SATURNINE can be used in various contexts in written and spoken English. As a valid Scrabble word, it represents a legitimate part of the English lexicon. Understanding words like this helps expand vocabulary and appreciation for the diversity and richness of the English language.

Learning Tip

Many words in the Scrabble dictionary originate from specialized fields (such as science, medicine, geography), historical periods, or other languages. Learning these words helps you understand how English has evolved over time and continues to incorporate new terms from around the world. Words like SATURNINE demonstrate the complexity and richness of English vocabulary.

Scrabble Information

Word: SATURNINE

Length: 9 letters

Dictionary: Valid in TWL and SOWPODS

Status: Official Scrabble word

Usage

The word SATURNINE can be used in various contexts. As a valid Scrabble word, it can be played on the Scrabble board according to standard game rules.