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STYMIES

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Stymies.

Stymies - as a noun

A situation in golf where an opponent's ball blocks the line between your ball and the hole

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
stymy13

A thwarting and distressing situation

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
stymy13

Stymies - as a verb

Hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of

Example: "His brother blocked him at every turn"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
block13blockade17embarrass13hinder10obstruct12stymy13
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
forbid12foreclose14forestall12preclude13prevent12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The heavy rain stymies our plans for a picnic."
"The lack of funding stymies the progress of the project."
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Word Game Points

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

STYMIES has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is STYMIES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, stymies is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
STYMIES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is STYMIES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, stymies is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
STYMIES has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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