PESTILENCES
(noun)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Pestilences.
Pestilences - as a noun
A serious (sometimes fatal) infection of rodents caused by yersinia pestis and accidentally transmitted to humans by the bite of a flea that has bitten an infected animal
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pest6pestisplague9Hypernyms (Closely Related)
epidemic diseaseHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A pernicious and malign influence that is hard to get rid of
Example: "Racism is a pestilence at the heart of the nation"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
canker12Example Sentences
"The Black Death was one of the deadliest pestilences in human history."
"Throughout history, various pestilences have caused widespread devastation."
"The pestilences that ravaged Europe during the Middle Ages were highly contagious."
"Many ancient civilizations were plagued by recurring pestilences."
"Medical advancements have helped in controlling and treating pestilences."
Word Game Points
Is PESTILENCES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, pestilences is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PESTILENCES has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is PESTILENCES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, pestilences is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPESTILENCES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.
Is PESTILENCES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, pestilences is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPESTILENCES has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
