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IMBIBES

(verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Imbibes.

Imbibes - as a verb

Take in, also metaphorically

Example: "The sponge absorbs water well"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
absorb10draw8soak upsop upsuck up
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Take (gas, light or heat) into a solution

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
assimilate12

Take in liquids

Example: "The patient must drink several liters each day"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
drink10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
consume11have10ingest7take8
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Receive into the mind and retain

Example: "Imbibe ethical principles"

Example Sentences

"He imbibes a glass of water every morning."
"She imbibes the teachings of her guru."
"The plant imbibes nutrients from the soil."
"He imbibes the wisdom of ancient philosophers."
"She imbibes knowledge from books and lectures."
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Word Game Points

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

IMBIBES has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is IMBIBES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, imbibes is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
IMBIBES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is IMBIBES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, imbibes is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
IMBIBES has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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