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PERPETUATE

(verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Perpetuate.

Perpetuate - as a verb

Cause to continue or prevail

Example: "Perpetuate a myth"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bear oncontinuepreserveuphold
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Perpetuate - as an adjective

Made perpetual; continued for an indefinite time.

Example Sentences

"His constant denial perpetuates the problem."
"The media often perpetuates stereotypes."
"The government's policies only serve to perpetuate inequality."
"Her comments perpetuated a negative image of the company."
"The educational system unintentionally perpetuates gender biases."
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Word Game Points

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

PERPETUATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

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

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

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