SACRIFICES
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 9 meanings of the word
Sacrifices.
How to pronounce sacrifices:
US
Sacrifices - as a noun
The act of losing or surrendering something as a penalty for a mistake or fault or failure to perform etc.
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
forfeit13forfeiture16Personnel that are sacrificed (e.g., surrendered or lost in order to gain an objective)
A loss entailed by giving up or selling something at less than its value
Example: "He had to sell his car at a considerable sacrifice"
The act of killing (an animal or person) in order to propitiate a deity
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ritual killingHypernyms (Closely Related)
killing12putting to deathHyponyms (Broadly Related)
(baseball) an out that advances the base runners
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
putout8Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"She made many sacrifices to save up enough money for a down payment on a house."
"The soldiers were honored for their bravery and sacrifices during the war."
"The sacrifices made by the team members led to their victory in the championship."
"As a parent, you have to make sacrifices for the well-being and happiness of your children."
"Some people believe that making sacrifices is necessary for achieving success in life."
Word Game Points
Is SACRIFICES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, sacrifices is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SACRIFICES has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.
Is SACRIFICES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, sacrifices is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSACRIFICES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.
Is SACRIFICES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sacrifices is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSACRIFICES has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.
