Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Asylums.
Asylums - as a noun
A shelter from danger or hardship
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
refugesanctuaryHypernyms (Closely Related)
shelterHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A hospital for mentally incompetent or unbalanced person
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
insane asyluminstitutionmental homemental hospitalmental institutionpsychiatric hospitalHypernyms (Closely Related)
hospitalinfirmaryHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"During the 19th century, asylums were often used to house individuals with mental illnesses."
"Many asylums in the past were known for their cruel treatment of patients."
"The government allocated funds to improve the conditions in mental asylums."
"Some famous writers and artists have spent time in asylums."
"The closing of large asylums led to the development of community-based mental health care."
Word Game Points
Is ASYLUMS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, asylums is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ASYLUMS has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is ASYLUMS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, asylums is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordASYLUMS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is ASYLUMS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, asylums is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordASYLUMS has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
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Words
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