Amyloid

7 lettersnounmoderate

Updated June 2026

Definition

A starchy non-nitrogenous substance resembling starch, or an abnormal protein deposit that accumulates in body tissues.

“Abnormal amyloid deposits in brain tissue were associated with the patient's deteriorating condition.”

Pronunciation

Syllables

am·y·loid

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Synonyms

starchlikeamylaceousamyloidalfarinaceous

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Ends in OID and contains A, Y, O, I as vowels, with Y in an unusual medial position

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Scores 13 points, the Y and D tiles both contribute and OID is a useful suffix for board positioning

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