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LAPSED

(adj.sat, verb, adj.)
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Definitions

There are 10 meanings of the word Lapsed.

Lapsed - as an adjective satellite

No longer active or practicing

Example: "A lapsed catholic"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
nonchurchgoing

Lapsed - as a verb

To fall away gradually; to subside.

To fall into error or heresy.

To slip into a bad habit that one is trying to avoid.

To become void.

To fall or pass from one proprietor to another, or from the original destination, by the omission, negligence, or failure of somebody, such as a patron or legatee.

Lapsed - as an adjective

Discontinued; having ceased or gone out of use.

(of a person) changed to a less valued condition or state; especially having lost one's religious faith.

By extension, having changed a (secular) belief or adherence.

(of a legacy) having passed from the original holder or authority; no longer claimed.

Example Sentences

"He had a lapsed subscription to the magazine."
"The lapsed membership can be renewed at any time."
"She forgot to renew her lapsed driver's license."
"The lapsed patent is no longer protected by law."
"His lapsed gym membership resulted in him paying a reactivation fee."
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Word Game Points

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

LAPSED has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is LAPSED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, lapsed is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
LAPSED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

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

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