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DECIMATING

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Decimating.

Decimating - as a verb

Kill one in every ten, as of mutineers in roman armies

Kill in large numbers

Example: "The plague wiped out an entire population"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
annihilatecarry offeliminateeradicateextinguishwipe out

Example Sentences

"The wildfire is decimating the forest, destroying acres of trees and wildlife habitat."
"The virus is decimating the population, causing a significant decrease in the number of people."
"The invasive species is decimating the native plant population, causing ecological imbalance."
"The economic crisis is decimating businesses, leading to widespread layoffs and closures."
"The locust swarm is decimating the crops, causing a severe food shortage."
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Word Game Points

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

DECIMATING has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is DECIMATING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, decimating is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DECIMATING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is DECIMATING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, decimating is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DECIMATING has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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