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ORDAINS

(verb)

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There are 4 meanings of the word Ordains.

Ordains - as a verb

Order by virtue of superior authority; decree

Example: "The king ordained the persecution and expulsion of the jews"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
enact7
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
decree9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Appoint to a clerical posts

Example: "He was ordained in the church"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
consecrate14order6ordinate9

Invest with ministerial or priestly authority

Example: "The minister was ordained only last month"

Issue an order

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
decree9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The religious leader ordains priests every year."
"The court ordains that the defendant pay a fine."
"The constitution ordains the separation of powers."
"The tradition ordains that the eldest son inherits the family estate."
"The company ordains a strict dress code for its employees."
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Word Game Points

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

ORDAINS has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is ORDAINS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, ordains is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ORDAINS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is ORDAINS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, ordains is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ORDAINS has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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