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PARRIED

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Parried.

Parried - as a noun

(fencing) blocking a lunge or deflecting it with a circular motion of the sword

A return punch (especially by a boxer)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
counter9counterpunch21

Parried - as a verb

Impede the movement of (an opponent or a ball)

Example: "Block an attack"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
block13deflect13

Avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)

Example: "He dodged the issue"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
circumvent19dodge8duck11elude6evade9fudge10hedge10put offsidestep11skirt9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
avoid9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"He parried the opponent's sword with his own."
"The fencer skillfully parried every attack."
"She deftly parried the question and changed the subject."
"The goalkeeper parried the powerful shot with a diving save."
"He parried the reporter's inquiries with vague answers."
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Word Game Points

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

PARRIED has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is PARRIED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, parried is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PARRIED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is PARRIED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, parried is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PARRIED has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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