Colleague

9 lettersnouncommon

Updated February 2026

Definition

A person with whom one works in a profession or business, especially someone in a similar position. A fellow member of an organisation or profession.

“She collaborated with her colleague on the research project for over two years.”

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Contains 'eague' ending and double 'l'; watch for the French-origin spelling

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Worth 12 points; the double 'l' and multiple vowels allow for strategic placement

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