World Chess Championship Word Search
This World Chess Championship word search hides 12 words on a 15×15 grid — its format, its trophy, and the traditions around it. Trace each one with a finger or mouse and it locks in as soon as the whole word is covered. No signup, no download.
Words to find: MATCH, CLASSICAL, BLITZ, RAPID, TIEBREAK, REGULATION, RESIGNATION, CHECKMATE, MOVES, ROUNDS, TROPHY, TITLE.
Words run in any of eight directions, backwards included — if one refuses to turn up, try reading the grid right to left.
World Chess Championship word list, defined
- MATCH /mætʃ/ · noun, verb
- A small stick of combustible material used to produce fire by friction, typically made of wood, paper, or a similar material. To be equal or corresponding in size, amount, or degree. Related: spark, ember, flame, ignite.
- CLASSICAL /ˈklæsɪkəl/ · adjective
- Relating to the ancient Greek and Roman world, or representing a long-established, traditional standard of excellence in art, literature, music, or thought. More broadly, it describes forms that are conventional or time-honoured rather than modern or experimental. Related: traditional, classic, conventional, time-honoured.
- BLITZ /blɪts/ · noun, verb
- An intensive, sudden, and overwhelming attack or campaign; as a verb, to attack or accomplish something with overwhelming speed and force. Related: assault, onslaught, offensive, barrage.
- RAPID /ˈræpɪd/ · adjective
- Moving, done, or happening quickly; happening or done in a short time. Moving quickly with a smooth, flowing motion. Related: swift, speedy, brisk, hasty.
- REGULATION /ˌrɛɡjʊˈleɪʃən/ · noun
- A rule or standard that is used to control or direct something, such as a law, a code of behavior, or a set of guidelines. Related: rule, law, code, standard.
- RESIGNATION /rɛzɪˈɡneɪʃən/ · noun
- The act of formally and officially giving up a position, job, or office; the state of feeling hopeless or detached. Related: departure, retirement, abdication, withdrawal.
- CHECKMATE /ˈtʃɛkmeɪt/ · noun
- In chess, a position in which the king is under attack and has no legal move to escape, ending the game immediately. Figuratively, a situation of complete defeat or check from which there is no escape. Related: defeat, triumph, victory, conclusion.
- MOVES /muvz/ · noun, verb
- A change of position or location. To change one's position or location. Related: actions, steps, transfers, shifts.
- ROUNDS /raʊndz/ · noun, verb
- A round is a circular shape or a complete rotation. To round something means to make it circular or to remove sharp edges. Related: circle, rotation, turn, cycle.
- TROPHY /ˈtroʊfi/ · noun
- An object given as a symbol of achievement or excellence, typically awarded to the winner of a competition or contest. A prize or honor given to someone for their achievements or accomplishments. Related: prize, medal, award, cup.
- TITLE /tɪtəl/ · noun, verb
- A title is a word or phrase used to describe the name of a book, movie, or other work. To title something means to give it a name. Related: heading, name, label, caption.
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