Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Blockade.
How to pronounce blockade:
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Blockade - as a noun
A war measure that isolates some area of importance to the enemy
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
encirclementHypernyms (Closely Related)
actionmilitary actionHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Prevents access or progress
Blockade - as a verb
Hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of
Example: "His brother blocked him at every turn"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
blockembarrasshinderobstructstymiestymyHypernyms (Closely Related)
forbidforecloseforestallprecludepreventHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The enemy ships set up a blockade to prevent our supplies from reaching the island."
"During the protest, the demonstrators formed a human blockade to block the entrance to the building."
"The army established a blockade at the border to prevent illegal crossings."
"The government imposed a trade blockade on the country as a form of economic sanction."
"The rebels used a blockade to cut off the city from receiving any outside assistance."
Word Game Points
Is BLOCKADE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, blockade is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
BLOCKADE has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.
Is BLOCKADE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, blockade is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordBLOCKADE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.
Is BLOCKADE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, blockade is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordBLOCKADE has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.
