Definition of deictics

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • deictics is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 13
  • deictics is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 13
  • deictics is not a valid Words with friends word!

Definition of deictics


  • a word specifying identity or spatial or temporal location from the perspective of a speaker or hearer in the context in which the communication occurs (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. deictic word
  • relating to or characteristic of a word whose reference depends on the circumstances of its use ()

    Examples

    1. deictic pronouns

See definition of deictics in Merriam Webster