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DISSIMILATES

(verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Dissimilates.

Dissimilates - as a verb

Become dissimilar by changing the sound qualities

Example: "These consonants dissimilate"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
assimilate

Make dissimilar; cause to become less similar

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
assimilate

Become dissimilar or less similar

Example: "These two related tribes of people gradually dissimilated over time"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
change
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
assimilate

Example Sentences

"The octopus dissimilates by changing both its color and texture."
"During camouflage, the cuttlefish dissimilates its appearance to match the environment."
"The caterpillar dissimilates to resemble a leaf, avoiding detection by predators."
"The insect dissimilates its smell to imitate the scent of flowers in order to attract pollinators."
"The moth dissimilates its wings to blend in with the tree bark."
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Word Game Points

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

DISSIMILATES has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is DISSIMILATES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, dissimilates is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DISSIMILATES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is DISSIMILATES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, dissimilates is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DISSIMILATES has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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