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PURGATIVES

(noun, adj.sat)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Purgatives.

Purgatives - as a noun

A purging medicine; stimulates evacuation of the bowels

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
aperient10cathartic16physic16
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
medicament17medication15medicinal drugmedicine13
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Purgatives - as an adjective satellite

Strongly laxative

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cathartic16evacuant13

Example Sentences

"Doctors often prescribe purgatives to patients suffering from constipation."
"Some purgatives work by stimulating bowel movements."
"Do not exceed the recommended dosage of purgatives, as they can cause dehydration."
"Natural purgatives like prunes and psyllium husk can be effective in relieving constipation."
"It is important to drink plenty of water when taking purgatives."
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Word Game Points

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

PURGATIVES has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is PURGATIVES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, purgatives is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PURGATIVES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is PURGATIVES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, purgatives is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PURGATIVES has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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