Settings
8 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
The surroundings or environment in which something exists or takes place. Also refers to the position or configuration of controls on a machine or device.
“The photographer adjusted the camera settings to capture the perfect exposure in low light.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈsɛtɪŋz/
Syllables
set·tings
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Not typically used in Wordle due to 8-letter length; contains double-T and common letters
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Scrabble
Worth 9 points; the -ING and -S endings provide flexibility for extensions
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