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nadir

noun

The point below the observer that is directly opposite the zenith on the imaginary sphere against which celestial bodies appear to be projected

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Word length
5
Starts with
N
Ends with
R
Contains
AD
Scrabble score
6

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Pronunciation

ˈneɪˌdɪə(ɹ)

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noun

  1. The point below the observer that is directly opposite the zenith on the imaginary sphere against which celestial bodies appear to be projected

noun

  1. An extreme state of adversity; the lowest point of anything

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