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THWARTED

(adj.sat, verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Thwarted.

Thwarted - as an adjective satellite

Disappointingly unsuccessful

Example: "Disappointed expectations and thwarted ambitions"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
defeated13disappointed18discomfited20foiled10frustrated14

Thwarted - as a verb

To cause to fail; to frustrate, to prevent.

Example: "Our plans for a picnic were thwarted by the thunderstorm."

To place (something) across (another thing); to position crosswise.

To hinder or obstruct by placing (something) in the way of; to block, to impede, to oppose.

To move (something) across or counter to; to cross.

Example: "An arrow thwarts the air."

Example Sentences

"The hero thwarted the villain's evil plan."
"His efforts to secure a promotion were thwarted by a lack of experience."
"The company's attempt to expand into new markets was thwarted by economic downturn."
"The detective thwarted the criminal's attempt to escape."
"She felt thwarted by the constant obstacles in her path."
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Word Game Points

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

THWARTED has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is THWARTED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, thwarted is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
THWARTED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

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

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