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DECRIMINALIZING

(verb)

Definitions

There is 1 meaning of the word Decriminalizing.

Decriminalizing - as a verb

Make legal

Example: "Marijuana should be legalized"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
decriminalise18legalise9legalize18legitimate13legitimatise15legitimatize24legitimise13legitimize22
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
allow8countenance15let3permit10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
criminalize24

Example Sentences

"The government is considering decriminalizing drug possession."
"Many activists are advocating for the decriminalizing of sex work."
"The decriminalizing approach to marijuana has been successful in some states."
"The decriminalizing legislation aims to reduce the number of people in prison."
"Some argue that decriminalizing drugs would lessen the power of criminal organizations."
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Word Game Points

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

DECRIMINALIZING has a SCRABBLE points total of 30.

Is DECRIMINALIZING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, decriminalizing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DECRIMINALIZING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 36.

Is DECRIMINALIZING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, decriminalizing is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DECRIMINALIZING has a WORDFEUD points total of 32.

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