Applied
7 lettersverbcommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Put something into operation or use; made a formal request for something such as a job or course. Past tense of apply, indicating action has been taken.
“She applied for the scholarship and was thrilled to be selected from hundreds of applicants.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/əˈplaɪd/
Syllables
ap·plied
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Wordle
Double P in middle; contains vowels A, I, E; common -ED ending
Scrabble
Worth 12 points; double P adds value to common letter mix
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