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DEVISED

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Devised.

Devised - as a noun

A will disposing of real property

(law) a gift of real property by will

Devised - as a verb

Come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort

Example: "Excogitate a way to measure the speed of light"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
contriveexcogitateforgeformulateinvent

Arrange by systematic planning and united effort

Example: "Machinate a plot"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
get upmachinateorganiseorganizeprepare
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
initiatepioneer
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Give by will, especially real property

Example Sentences

"She devised a plan to save money for her trip."
"The team devised a new strategy for winning the game."
"He devised a machine that could automatically sort and pack products."
"The architect devised a creative design for the new building."
"They devised a clever way to hide the treasure."
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Word Game Points

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

DEVISED has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is DEVISED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, devised is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DEVISED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is DEVISED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, devised is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DEVISED has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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