Homonym
7 lettersnounmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
A word that has the same spelling and pronunciation as another word but an entirely different meaning.
“The word 'bat' is a homonym, denoting both the nocturnal flying mammal and the implement used in cricket.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈhɒm.əˌnɪm/
Syllables
hom·o·nym
Related Words
Synonyms
homophonehomographdouble entendre
Word Game Tips
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Wordle
Contains double O and -NYM ending, Y as vowel is useful, a memorable letter pattern worth knowing.
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Scrabble
Worth 16 points, Y adds 4, M adds 3, one of the higher-scoring 7-letter words in this set.
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