HERPES
(noun)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Herpes.
Herpes - as a noun
Viral diseases causing eruptions of the skin or mucous membrane
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
infectious diseaseHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Any of the animal viruses that cause painful blisters on the skin
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
herpes virusHypernyms (Closely Related)
animal virusHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"She contracted herpes after having unprotected sex."
"He suffered from recurring herpes outbreaks."
"My friend was diagnosed with genital herpes."
"There is no cure for herpes."
"She was embarrassed to disclose her herpes diagnosis."
Word Game Points
Is HERPES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, herpes is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
HERPES has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is HERPES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, herpes is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordHERPES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is HERPES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, herpes is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordHERPES has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.