Definition of plight

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  • plight is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 12
  • plight is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 12
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Definition of plight

  • a situation from which extrication is difficult especially an unpleasant or trying one (noun)

    Examples

    1. the woeful plight of homeless people

    Synonyms

    1. predicament
    2. quandary
  • a solemn pledge of fidelity (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. troth
  • give to in marriage (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. affiance
    2. betroth
    3. engage
  • promise solemnly and formally (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. pledge

See definition of plight in Merriam Webster