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PENITENTIARIES

(noun, adj.sat)
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Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Penitentiaries.

Penitentiaries - as a noun

A correctional institution for those convicted of major crimes

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pen

Penitentiaries - as an adjective satellite

Used for punishment or reform of criminals or wrongdoers

Example: "Penitentiary institutions"

Showing or constituting penance

Example: "Penitential tears"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
penitential

Example Sentences

"The state built several new penitentiaries to address the issue of overcrowded prisons."
"The prisoners were transferred to different penitentiaries after the riots."
"He spent five years in various penitentiaries before being released on parole."
"The penitentiaries enforce strict rules and regulations to maintain order."
"The inmate escaped from one of the maximum-security penitentiaries."
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Word Game Points

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

PENITENTIARIES has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is PENITENTIARIES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, penitentiaries is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PENITENTIARIES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is PENITENTIARIES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, penitentiaries is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PENITENTIARIES has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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