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CONTRIVANCES

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Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Contrivances.

Contrivances - as a noun

A device or control that is very useful for a particular job

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
appliancecontraptionconveniencegadgetgismogizmowidget
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
device
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The faculty of contriving; inventive skill

Example: "His skillful contrivance of answers to every problem"

An elaborate or deceitful scheme contrived to deceive or evade

Example: "His testimony was just a contrivance to throw us off the track"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dodgestratagem
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
schemestrategy
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

An artificial or unnatural or obviously contrived arrangement of details or parts etc.

Example: "The plot contained too many improbable contrivances to be believable"

Any improvised arrangement for temporary use

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lash-up
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
arrangement
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The act of devising something

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
devisal

Example Sentences

"The novel is filled with unnecessary contrivances that make the plot seem less believable."
"The movie relied heavily on contrivances to tie up loose ends and create a happy ending."
"The author's use of contrivances in the story added an element of surprise and suspense."
"The play's contrivances were evident, as characters conveniently stumbled upon important information at just the right time."
"She used various contrivances to keep her plants well-watered while she was on vacation."
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Word Game Points

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

CONTRIVANCES has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.

Is CONTRIVANCES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, contrivances is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CONTRIVANCES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 24.

Is CONTRIVANCES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, contrivances is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CONTRIVANCES has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.

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