Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Defections.
Defections - as a noun
Withdrawing support or help despite allegiance or responsibility
Example: "His abandonment of his wife and children left them penniless"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
abandonment16desertion10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
withdrawal20Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The state of having rejected your religious beliefs for your political party or a cause (often in favor of opposing beliefs or causes)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
apostasy13renunciation14Example Sentences
"There have been several high-profile defections from the ruling party."
"The defections of key players weakened the team's chances of winning."
"The organization is concerned about the increasing rate of defections."
"The government is taking steps to prevent further defections of its citizens."
"Political defections often occur during times of unrest and uncertainty."
Word Game Points
Is DEFECTIONS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, defections is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DEFECTIONS has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.
Is DEFECTIONS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, defections is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDEFECTIONS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.
Is DEFECTIONS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, defections is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDEFECTIONS has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
