PRESCRIBE
(verb)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Prescribe.
How to pronounce prescribe:
UK
Prescribe - as a verb
Issue commands or orders for
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dictate10order6Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bring downimpose10inflict12visit8Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Recommend as beneficial
Example: "My mother prescribes a good night's sleep as the cure for all ills"
(medicine) order the use of (a treatment, medicine, etc.), usually by written prescription
Example: "The doctor prescribed steroids for my ear trouble"
Example Sentences
"The doctor will prescribe medication for your cough."
"The dentist may prescribe painkillers after your procedure."
"The psychiatrist will prescribe antidepressants for your depression."
"The nutritionist will prescribe a balanced diet for weight loss."
"The optometrist will prescribe new glasses for your vision problems."
Word Game Points
Is PRESCRIBE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, prescribe is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PRESCRIBE has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is PRESCRIBE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, prescribe is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPRESCRIBE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.
Is PRESCRIBE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, prescribe is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPRESCRIBE has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.
