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PERPETUATES

(verb)

Definitions

There is 1 meaning of the word Perpetuates.

Perpetuates - as a verb

Cause to continue or prevail

Example: "Perpetuate a myth"

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

Example Sentences

"The media perpetuates stereotypes about certain ethnic groups."
"His constant lying only perpetuates mistrust among his friends."
"The education system perpetuates inequality by favoring wealthy students."
"The government's failure to address the issue perpetuates social unrest."
"His negative behavior only perpetuates the cycle of violence in the neighborhood."
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Word Game Points

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

PERPETUATES has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is PERPETUATES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, perpetuates is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PERPETUATES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is PERPETUATES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, perpetuates is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PERPETUATES has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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