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MORTIFIES

(verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Mortifies.

Mortifies - as a verb

Practice self-denial of one's body and appetites

Hold within limits and control

Example: "Subdue one's appetites"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
crucifysubdue
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
checkcontaincontrolcurbholdhold inmoderate
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Cause to feel shame; hurt the pride of

Example: "He humiliated his colleague by criticising him in front of the boss"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
abasechagrinhumblehumiliate
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bruisehurtinjureoffendspitewound
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Undergo necrosis

Example: "The tissue around the wound necrosed"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gangrenenecrosesphacelate

Example Sentences

"He mortifies himself by constantly bringing up his embarrassing past."
"The teacher mortifies the students by publicly shaming them for their mistakes."
"She mortifies her parents by showing up late to family gatherings."
"The comedian mortifies the audience with his offensive jokes."
"My sister mortifies me by posting embarrassing pictures of me on social media."
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Word Game Points

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

MORTIFIES has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

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

Is MORTIFIES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, mortifies is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
MORTIFIES has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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