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SORTITION

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There is 1 meaning of the word Sortition.

Sortition - as a noun

Making a chance decision by using lots (straws or pebbles etc.) that are thrown or drawn

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
casting lotsdrawing lots

Example Sentences

"The ancient Athenians used sortition as a democratic means to choose officials."
"Some advocates argue for the implementation of sortition in modern-day democracies."
"The use of sortition can help prevent corruption and favoritism in political systems."
"Critics of sortition argue that it lacks merit-based selection and may lead to incompetence."
"The concept of sortition dates back to ancient Greek and Roman civilizations."
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Word Game Points

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

SORTITION has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is SORTITION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, sortition is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SORTITION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is SORTITION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sortition is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SORTITION has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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