Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Devise.
How to pronounce devise:
US
Devise - as a noun
A will disposing of real property
(law) a gift of real property by will
Devise - as a verb
Come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort
Example: "Excogitate a way to measure the speed of light"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
contrive13excogitate20forge9formulate14invent9Arrange by systematic planning and united effort
Example: "Machinate a plot"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
get upmachinate16organise9organize18prepare11Hypernyms (Closely Related)
initiate8pioneer9Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Give by will, especially real property
Example Sentences
"She devised a plan to escape from the prison."
"He devised a new strategy to increase sales."
"The scientist devised a groundbreaking formula."
"They devised a scheme to win the competition."
"We need to devise a way to reduce waste."
Word Game Points
Is DEVISE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, devise is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DEVISE has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is DEVISE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, devise is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDEVISE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is DEVISE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, devise is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDEVISE has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.
