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DISPOSSESSIONS

(noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Dispossessions.

Dispossessions - as a noun

The expulsion of someone (such as a tenant) from the possession of land by process of law

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
eviction13legal ouster
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
due processdue process of law
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Freeing from evil spirits

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
exorcism19

Example Sentences

"There were numerous dispossessions during the economic crisis."
"The government implemented a policy of land dispossessions."
"The dispossessions resulted in widespread protests."
"The dispossessions were a consequence of corrupt practices."
"She fought against the dispossessions of indigenous communities."
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Word Game Points

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

DISPOSSESSIONS has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

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

Is DISPOSSESSIONS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, dispossessions is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DISPOSSESSIONS has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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