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DEVISES

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Devises.

Devises - as a noun

A will disposing of real property

(law) a gift of real property by will

Devises - 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)
contrive13excogitate20forge9formulate14invent9

Arrange by systematic planning and united effort

Example: "Machinate a plot"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
get upmachinate16organise9organize18prepare11
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
initiate8pioneer9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Give by will, especially real property

Example Sentences

"She devises a plan to save her company from bankruptcy."
"He devises a strategy to win the chess match."
"The scientist devises a new experiment to test the hypothesis."
"She devises a clever way to solve the puzzle."
"The team devises a system to improve efficiency."
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Word Game Points

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

DEVISES has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

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

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

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