Distance
8 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
The amount of space between two points or objects. It can also refer to remoteness in relationship, time, or resemblance, or emotional detachment.
“The distance between London and Edinburgh is approximately four hundred miles by road.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈdɪstəns/
Syllables
dis·tance
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Wordle
Contains double 'D' and common letters 'S', 'T', 'N', 'C'; vowels 'I', 'A', 'E' provide excellent coverage
Scrabble
8-letter word worth 11 points; the 'C' tile offers decent scoring opportunities
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