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BRANDISH

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Brandish.

How to pronounce brandish:

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Brandish - as a noun

The act of waving

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
flourish14

Brandish - as a verb

Move or swing back and forth

Example: "She waved her gun"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
flourish14wave10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
displace13move9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Exhibit aggressively

Example: "Brandish a sword"

Example Sentences

"He brandished his sword to intimidate his opponent."
"The thief brandished a knife and demanded money."
"The protestor brandished a sign with a powerful message."
"The magician brandished his wand and performed a trick."
"She brandished the contract to show that it was legitimate."
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Word Game Points

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

BRANDISH has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is BRANDISH a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, brandish is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BRANDISH has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is BRANDISH a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, brandish is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BRANDISH has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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