Virginia

8 lettersnouncommon

Updated June 2026

Definition

A state in the eastern United States, one of the original thirteen colonies. Named after Elizabeth I, the 'Virgin Queen', it has significant historical importance.

“Virginia played a crucial role in American history, being home to several founding fathers.”

Pronunciation

IPA

/vɚˈdʒɪn.jə/

Syllables

vir·gin·ia

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Synonyms

proper noun

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Wordle

Proper noun, typically not valid in Wordle; letter V at start and four I's

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Scrabble

Not valid as a proper noun in standard Scrabble play

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Shorter words formed from the letters in “virginia”.

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