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discomfit

Learn how to correctly hyphenate "discomfit" with detailed syllable breakdown and pronunciation guide.

3 syllables

9 characters

English (US)

3syllables

discomfit

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discomfit is a polysyllabic word with 3 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, discomfit is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofdiscomfit

1verb

To defeat completely; to rout.
Synonyms: overthrow, vanquish
To defeat the plans or hopes of; to frustrate; disconcert.
Synonyms: foil, thwart
To embarrass greatly; to confuse; to perplex; to disconcert.
Synonyms: abash, disconcert
Example: "Don't worry. Your joke did not really discomfit me."

1adjective

Discomfited; overthrown.

Nearby Words

17 words

Before

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After

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