Word: DEVILS
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Definition of DEVILS
- An evil creature.
- (with article) The chief devil; Satan.
- A fictional image of a man, usually red or orange in skin color; with a set of horns on his head, a pointed goatee and a long tail and carrying a pitchfork; that represents evil and portrayed to children in an effort to discourage bad behavior.
- To make like a devil; to invest with the character of a devil.
- To annoy or bother.
- To work as a โdevilโ; to work for a lawyer or writer without fee or recognition.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Often originates from the Latin "de-", meaning "down, away, or opposite", indicating reversal or removal.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "devils" can significantly improve your writing style."
- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "devils" in early literature."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word is a perfect "isogram" (or non-pattern word), meaning it contains no repeating letters. It is highly valued for rack flexibility!
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Try to save this word for placing next to open vowels to trigger parallel intersections and score double points.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 10 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 10 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 12 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is DEVILS a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is DEVILS worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in DEVILS? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing DEVILS:
- # the devils effect
- # master of devils
- # playing with devils
- # in terms of devils
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