UPSTAGING UPSTAGING: To divert attention or focus away from someone or something, often by outshining or outperforming them. Derived forms: upstages (plural), upstaging (present participle), upstaged (past tense), upstager (comparative form), upstagingly (adverb). Rephrased definition: The act of stealing attention or spotlight from someone or something by outshining or outperforming them.
The word UPSTAGING 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, even if it may not be commonly used in everyday conversation.
Understanding words like UPSTAGING helps expand your vocabulary and appreciation for the diversity of the English language. Many words in the Scrabble dictionary come from specialized fields, historical periods, or other languages, showing how English continues to evolve and incorporate new terms.
Word: UPSTAGING
Length: 9 letters
Dictionary: Valid in TWL and SOWPODS
Status: Official Scrabble word
The word UPSTAGING can be used in various contexts. As a valid Scrabble word, it can be played on the Scrabble board according to standard game rules.