Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Buildup.
Buildup - as a noun
The act of building up an accumulation
Example: "I envied his rapid buildup of assets"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
accrual11accruement16accumulation18Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The result of the process of accumulation
Example: "The buildup of leaves blocked the drain pipes"
Highly favorable publicity and praise
Example: "His letter of recommendation gave her a terrific buildup"
Example Sentences
"The buildup of plaque on the teeth can lead to tooth decay."
"There was a buildup of tension in the room as the meeting started."
"The buildup of traffic caused delays on the highway."
"Regular exercise helps in the buildup of muscle strength."
"The buildup of sand at the riverbank created a natural barrier."
Word Game Points
Is BUILDUP a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, buildup is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
BUILDUP has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is BUILDUP a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, buildup is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordBUILDUP has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is BUILDUP a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, buildup is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordBUILDUP has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.
