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GOVERNANCES

(noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Governances.

Governances - as a noun

The persons (or committees or departments etc.) who make up a body for the purpose of administering something

Example: "He claims that the present administration is corrupt"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
administration17brass7establishment20governing bodyorganisation13organization22
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
body10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The act of governing; exercising authority

Example: "Regulations for the governing of state prisons"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
administration17governing14government16government activity
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
social control
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"Effective governances require transparency and accountability."
"The company's governances were weak, leading to financial mismanagement."
"Democratic governances promote citizen participation and representation."
"The board of directors oversees the governances of the organization."
"Good governances foster economic growth and development."
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Word Game Points

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

GOVERNANCES has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is GOVERNANCES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, governances is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
GOVERNANCES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.

Is GOVERNANCES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, governances is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
GOVERNANCES has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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