Word: DEVOTES
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Tactical Scrabble placement and word difficulty
Definition of DEVOTES
- To give one's time, focus one's efforts, commit oneself, etc. entirely for, on, or to a certain matter
"I devoted this afternoon to repainting my study, and nothing will get in my way."
- To consign over; to doom
"The city was devoted to the flames."
- To execrate; to curse
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 "She described the concept as somewhat "devotes", surprising the rest of the board members."
- โข "The referee verified that "devotes" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
With its balanced structure, this word is frequently useful for maintaining board control.
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
This is a 7+ letter word. Use it as a Bingo candidate if you have the space on the board for a +50 point bonus.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 11 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 11 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 12 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is DEVOTES a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is DEVOTES worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in DEVOTES? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing DEVOTES:
- # the devotes effect
- # master of devotes
- # playing with devotes
- # in terms of devotes
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