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CRISIS

(noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Crisis.

How to pronounce crisis:

US

Crisis - as a noun

An unstable situation of extreme danger or difficulty

Example: "They went bankrupt during the economic crisis"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
situation9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A crucial stage or turning point in the course of something

Example: "After the crisis the patient either dies or gets better"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
juncture17occasion12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The country is facing an economic crisis."
"There is a global health crisis due to the outbreak of a deadly virus."
"The family went through a financial crisis after losing their jobs."
"The company is in crisis as their profits continue to decline."
"The government declared a state of emergency to deal with the water crisis."
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Word Game Points

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

CRISIS has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

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

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

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