PREHENSILE
(adj., adj.sat)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Prehensile.
How to pronounce prehensile:
US
Prehensile - as an adjective
Adapted for grasping especially by wrapping around an object
Example: "A monkey's prehensile tail"
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
nonprehensilePrehensile - as an adjective satellite
Having a keen intellect
Example: "Poets--those gifted strangely prehensile men"
Immoderately desirous of acquiring e.g. wealth
Example: "They are avaricious and will do anything for money"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
avaricious15covetous13grabby14grasping12greedy11Example Sentences
"The monkey's tail is prehensile and allows it to grasp branches easily."
"The elephant's trunk is a prehensile appendage that it uses to pick up food."
"Some species of snakes have prehensile scales that assist in climbing trees."
"The prehensile thumbs of primates enable them to handle objects with dexterity."
"The prehensile antennae of certain insects help them to navigate their surroundings."
Word Game Points
Is PREHENSILE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, prehensile is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PREHENSILE has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is PREHENSILE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, prehensile is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPREHENSILE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is PREHENSILE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, prehensile is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPREHENSILE has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.
