CONTRIVANCES
(noun)Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Contrivances.
Contrivances - as a noun
A device or control that is very useful for a particular job
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
appliance15contraption15convenience18gadget9gismo8gizmo17widget11Hypernyms (Closely Related)
device12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The faculty of contriving; inventive skill
Example: "His skillful contrivance of answers to every problem"
An elaborate or deceitful scheme contrived to deceive or evade
Example: "His testimony was just a contrivance to throw us off the track"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dodge8stratagem12Hypernyms (Closely Related)
scheme13strategy12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
An artificial or unnatural or obviously contrived arrangement of details or parts etc.
Example: "The plot contained too many improbable contrivances to be believable"
Any improvised arrangement for temporary use
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lash-upHypernyms (Closely Related)
arrangement14Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The novel is filled with unnecessary contrivances that make the plot seem less believable."
"The movie relied heavily on contrivances to tie up loose ends and create a happy ending."
"The author's use of contrivances in the story added an element of surprise and suspense."
"The play's contrivances were evident, as characters conveniently stumbled upon important information at just the right time."
"She used various contrivances to keep her plants well-watered while she was on vacation."
Word Game Points
Is CONTRIVANCES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, contrivances is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CONTRIVANCES has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.
Is CONTRIVANCES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, contrivances is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCONTRIVANCES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 24.
Is CONTRIVANCES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, contrivances is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCONTRIVANCES has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.
