Derive
6 lettersverbcommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
To reach a conclusion or obtain a result through logical reasoning or deduction from known facts or principles.
“Students were asked to derive the equation from first principles rather than memorise it.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/dɪˈraɪvd/
Syllables
de·rive
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Wordle
Contains the common cluster RIVE with a high-value V, and the DE prefix makes it recognisable for early guesses
Scrabble
Worth 10 points thanks to the V scoring 4, and hooks to DERIVED, DERIVES, and DERIVER for strong extensions
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