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DEPUTIZE

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Deputize.

Deputize - as a verb

Act as a substitute

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

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

Appoint as a substitute

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
deputedeputise

Example Sentences

"The sheriff decided to deputize a group of civilians to help search for the missing hiker."
"In times of emergency, the governor has the power to deputize additional police officers."
"The teacher was deputized by the principal to handle disciplinary issues in the classroom."
"The security guard was deputized to patrol the premises and ensure everyone's safety."
"During the event, volunteers were deputized to assist with crowd control."
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Word Game Points

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

DEPUTIZE has a SCRABBLE points total of 20.

Is DEPUTIZE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, deputize is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DEPUTIZE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.

Is DEPUTIZE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, deputize is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DEPUTIZE has a WORDFEUD points total of 22.

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