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DETECT

(verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Detect.

Detect - as a verb

Discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of by perception with the eyes

Example: "She detected high levels of lead in her drinking water"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
discoverfindnoticeobserve
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
sightspy
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Detect - as an adjective

Detected.

Example Sentences

"The alarm system is designed to detect any movement in the room."
"Scientists are working on developing a device to detect early signs of cancer."
"It is important for parents to be able to detect the warning signs of drug abuse."
"The detective could detect a hint of sarcasm in the suspect's response."
"The new security measures are able to detect counterfeit passports."
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Word Game Points

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

DETECT has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is DETECT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, detect is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DETECT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is DETECT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, detect is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DETECT has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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