Updated June 2026
Plural of class; sets or categories of things sharing a common attribute, or periods of instruction in an educational setting. It can also refer to social divisions based on status or economic position.
“The university offers evening classes for mature students.”
clas·ses
Contains double S; watch for the CLASS- root pattern
Worth 9 points; common word with versatile plural usage
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