Definitions
There are 11 meanings of the word
Captures.
Captures - as a noun
The act of forcibly dispossessing an owner of property
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gaining controlseizure16Hypernyms (Closely Related)
acquiring21getting9Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A process whereby a star or planet holds an object in its gravitational field
Any process in which an atomic or nuclear system acquires an additional particle
The act of taking of a person by force
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
seizure16Hypernyms (Closely Related)
felony12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The removal of an opponent's piece from the chess board
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
chess moveHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Captures - as a verb
Succeed in representing or expressing something intangible
Example: "Capture the essence of spring"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
interpret11represent11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Attract; cause to be enamored
Example: "She captured all the men's hearts"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
becharm16beguile10bewitch17captivate16catch12charm12enamor8enamour9enchant12entrance10fascinate14trance8Hypernyms (Closely Related)
appeal10attract9Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Succeed in catching or seizing, especially after a chase
Example: "We finally got the suspect"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
catch12get4Hypernyms (Closely Related)
clutch13prehend13seize14Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Bring about the capture of an elementary particle or celestial body and causing it enter a new orbit
Example: "This nucleus has captured the slow-moving neutrons"
Example Sentences
"The photographer captures the beauty of nature in his photos."
"The artist captures the emotion of the scene with his brushstrokes."
"The new camera captures high-definition videos."
"The novel captures the essence of life in a small town."
"The net captures fish in the river."
Word Game Points
Is CAPTURES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, captures is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CAPTURES has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is CAPTURES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, captures is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCAPTURES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is CAPTURES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, captures is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCAPTURES has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
