stillborn meaning
UK US /ˈstɪlbɔrn/ 2 syllables
stillborn (adjective): failing to accomplish an intended result.
stillborn has 2 meanings in this dictionary.
stillborn as an adjective
- failing to accomplish an intended result
- an abortive revolt
- a stillborn plot to assassinate the President
Synonyms: abortive, unsuccessful
Similar: unfruitful
- (of newborn infant) showing no signs of life at birth; not liveborn
- a stillborn baby
Similar: dead
How to pronounce stillborn
stillborn is pronounced /ˈstɪlbɔrn/ in American English. It has 2 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.
Words that rhyme with stillborn
Scrabble score: 11 (letter breakdown)
Word lists: words starting with ST · words ending in RN · 9-letter words
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