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BANISHMENT

(noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Banishment.

Banishment - as a noun

The state of being banished or ostracized (excluded from society by general consent)

Example: "The association should get rid of its elderly members--not by euthanasia, of course, but by coventry"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
coventryostracism13

Example Sentences

"The king ordered the banishment of the traitor from the kingdom."
"After the scandal, the actress faced social banishment."
"The warlord imposed a harsh punishment of banishment on his enemies."
"The decision of banishment was met with outrage from the community."
"During the medieval times, banishment was a common form of punishment."
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Word Game Points

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

BANISHMENT has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is BANISHMENT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, banishment is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BANISHMENT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is BANISHMENT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, banishment is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BANISHMENT has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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