Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Detect.
Detect - as a verb
Discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of by perception with the eyes
Example: "She detected high levels of lead in her drinking water"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Detect - as an adjective
Detected.
Example Sentences
"The alarm system is designed to detect any movement in the room."
"Scientists are working on developing a device to detect early signs of cancer."
"It is important for parents to be able to detect the warning signs of drug abuse."
"The detective could detect a hint of sarcasm in the suspect's response."
"The new security measures are able to detect counterfeit passports."
Word Game Points
Is DETECT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, detect is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DETECT has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is DETECT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, detect is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDETECT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
Is DETECT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, detect is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDETECT has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.