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GRIMACING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Grimacing.

Grimacing - as a noun

A contorted facial expression

Example: "She made a grimace at the prospect"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
face9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
facial expressionfacial gesture
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Grimacing - as a verb

Contort the face to indicate a certain mental or emotional state

Example: "He grimaced when he saw the amount of homework he had to do"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
make a facepull a face
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
communicate19intercommunicate
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"He had a grimacing expression on his face as he opened the envelope."
"The clown's grimacing mask frightened the young children."
"She winced in pain, with a grimacing look."
"The patient's grimacing reaction indicated discomfort during the examination."
"His grimacing smile revealed his crooked teeth."
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Word Game Points

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

GRIMACING has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is GRIMACING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, grimacing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
GRIMACING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

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

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