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EFFACE

(verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Efface.

Efface - as a verb

Remove completely from recognition or memory

Example: "Efface the memory of the time in the camps"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
obliterate

Make inconspicuous

Example: "Efface oneself"

Remove by or as if by rubbing or erasing

Example: "Please erase the formula on the blackboard--it is wrong!"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
eraserub outscore outwipe off
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
canceldelete
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"He used an eraser to efface the pencil marks from the paper."
"The artist chose to efface his signature from the painting."
"Over time, the harsh weather will efface the writing on the gravestone."
"She tried to efface the embarrassing memory from her mind."
"The dictator attempted to efface all evidence of the rebellion."
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Word Game Points

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

EFFACE has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is EFFACE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, efface is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
EFFACE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

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

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