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DEFILES

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Defiles.

Defiles - as a noun

A narrow pass (especially one between mountains)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gorge7

Defiles - as a verb

Place under suspicion or cast doubt upon

Example: "Sully someone's reputation"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cloud8corrupt11sully8taint5

Make dirty or spotty, as by exposure to air; also used metaphorically

Example: "The silver was tarnished by the long exposure to the air"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
maculate12stain5sully8tarnish10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
blob8blot6fleck14spot6
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Spot, stain, or pollute

Example: "The townspeople defiled the river by emptying raw sewage into it"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
befoul11foul7maculate12

Example Sentences

"The hiker defiles the trail by littering along the way."
"The factory defiles the river by releasing toxic waste."
"The irresponsible camper defiles the campsite by leaving garbage everywhere."
"She defiles her reputation by spreading false rumors about others."
"The graffiti artist defiles the abandoned building with their artwork."
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Word Game Points

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

DEFILES has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is DEFILES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, defiles is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DEFILES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is DEFILES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, defiles is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DEFILES has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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