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BODES

(verb, noun)
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Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Bodes.

Bodes - as a verb

Indicate, as with a sign or an omen

Example: "These signs bode bad news"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
augur6auspicate13betoken13forecast13foreshadow20foretell11omen6portend10predict12prefigure15presage10prognosticate18
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bespeak15betoken13indicate11point7signal7
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Bodes - as a noun

An omen; a foreshadowing.

A bid; an offer.

A messenger; a herald.

A stop; a halting; delay.

Example Sentences

"The sudden silence in the room bodes ill for the upcoming announcement."
"His arrogant behavior bodes poorly for his future success."
"The recent economic data bodes well for the country's financial stability."
"The positive feedback from customers bodes positively for the new product launch."
"The black cat crossing your path bodes bad luck."
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Word Game Points

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

BODES has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is BODES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, bodes is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BODES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is BODES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, bodes is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BODES has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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