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ADOPTIONS

(noun)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Adoptions.

Adoptions - as a noun

The act of accepting with approval; favorable reception

Example: "Its adoption by society"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
acceptance18acceptation17espousal10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
approval15approving17blessing11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A legal proceeding that creates a parent-child relation between persons not related by blood; the adopted child is entitled to all privileges belonging to a natural child of the adoptive parents (including the right to inherit)

The appropriation (of ideas or words etc) from another source

Example: "The borrowing of ancient motifs was very apparent"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
borrowing15
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
appropriation19
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"International adoptions can be a lengthy process."
"The new law streamlined the process of adoptions."
"Many couples choose closed adoptions for privacy reasons."
"There has been a significant increase in pet adoptions during the pandemic."
"The agency facilitates domestic adoptions."
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Word Game Points

Is ADOPTIONS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, adoptions is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ADOPTIONS has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is ADOPTIONS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, adoptions is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ADOPTIONS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is ADOPTIONS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, adoptions is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ADOPTIONS has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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