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DEVOLVED

(verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Devolved.

Devolved - as a verb

Pass on or delegate to another

Example: "The representative devolved his duties to his aides while he was in the hospital"

Be inherited by

Example: "The estate fell to my sister"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fall7pass6return6
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
change handschange owners
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Grow progressively worse

Example: "Her condition deteriorated"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
degenerate12deteriorate12drop7
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
decline10worsen9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The devolved government has limited powers."
"The devolved administration is responsible for healthcare in this region."
"The devolved authority failed to address the pressing issues."
"The devolved system of governance allows for more local decision-making."
"The devolved Parliament has the power to make laws."
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Word Game Points

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

DEVOLVED has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is DEVOLVED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, devolved is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DEVOLVED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is DEVOLVED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, devolved is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DEVOLVED has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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