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THWARTING

(noun, adj.sat, verb)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Thwarting.

Thwarting - as a noun

An act of hindering someone's plans or efforts

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
foiling11frustration14

Thwarting - as an adjective satellite

Preventing realization or attainment of a desire

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
frustrating15frustrative

Thwarting - 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 detective was successful in thwarting the criminals' plan."
"She was committed to thwarting any attempts to undermine her authority."
"The security measures were effective in thwarting unauthorized access."
"The police were praised for thwarting a potential terrorist attack."
"The new regulations are aimed at thwarting tax evasion."
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Word Game Points

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

THWARTING has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is THWARTING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, thwarting is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
THWARTING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is THWARTING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, thwarting is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
THWARTING has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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