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DEFORM

(verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 7 meanings of the word Deform.

Deform - as a verb

Make formless

Example: "The heat deformed the plastic sculpture"

Twist and press out of shape

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
contort9distort8wring9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
distort8twine8twist8
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Cause (an object) to assume a crooked or angular form

Example: "Bend the rod"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bend7flex14turn4twist8
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
change formchange shapedeform12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Become misshapen

Example: "The sidewalk deformed during the earthquake"

Alter the shape of (something) by stress

Example: "His body was deformed by leprosy"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
distort8strain6
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
form9shape10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Deform - as an adjective

Having an unusual and unattractive shape.

Example Sentences

"He used excessive force and managed to deform the metal bar."
"The car accident caused the front bumper to deform."
"The artist intentionally deformed the sculpture to create a distorted effect."
"Years of wearing tight shoes had deformed her toes."
"The extreme heat deformed the plastic lid of the container."
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Word Game Points

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

DEFORM has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is DEFORM a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, deform is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DEFORM has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is DEFORM a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, deform is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DEFORM has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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