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DEPUTISES

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Deputises.

Deputises - as a verb

Act as a substitute

Example: "She stood in for the soprano who suffered from a cold"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
deputizesubstitute
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
replacesupersedesupervene uponsupplant
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Appoint as a substitute

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
deputedeputize

Example Sentences

"The sheriff deputises his best officers to assist in the investigation."
"During the captain's absence, he deputises his second-in-command to take charge of the ship."
"The president deputises her advisor to negotiate the trade agreement on her behalf."
"In times of emergency, the mayor deputises citizens to assist with disaster relief efforts."
"The coach deputises the assistant coach to take control of the team during his absence."
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Word Game Points

Is DEPUTISES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, deputises is valid for Scrabble UK/EU only
US/CA Invalid UK/EU Valid

DEPUTISES has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is DEPUTISES a valid Words With Friends word?
No, deputises is NOT valid for Words With Friends
Invalid Word
DEPUTISES is not a valid Words With Friends word.

Is DEPUTISES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, deputises is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DEPUTISES has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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