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PLIGHTS

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Plights.

Plights - as a noun

A situation from which extrication is difficult especially an unpleasant or trying one

Example: "Finds himself in a most awkward predicament"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
predicament18quandary21
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
difficultnessdifficulty22
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A solemn pledge of fidelity

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
troth8

Plights - as a verb

Give to in marriage

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
affiance16betroth12engage8

Promise solemnly and formally

Example: "I pledge that i will honor my wife"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pledge10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
assure6promise11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The plights of the refugees are heartbreaking."
"He dedicated his life to helping the plights of the homeless."
"The documentary shed light on the plights of endangered species."
"She wrote a book about the plights of war veterans."
"The plights of the working class are often overlooked."
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Word Game Points

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

PLIGHTS has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is PLIGHTS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, plights is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PLIGHTS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

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

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