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PRESCRIBE

(verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Prescribe.

How to pronounce prescribe:

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Prescribe - as a verb

Issue commands or orders for

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dictateorder
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bring downimposeinflictvisit
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Recommend as beneficial

Example: "My mother prescribes a good night's sleep as the cure for all ills"

(medicine) order the use of (a treatment, medicine, etc.), usually by written prescription

Example: "The doctor prescribed steroids for my ear trouble"

Example Sentences

"The doctor will prescribe medication for your cough."
"The dentist may prescribe painkillers after your procedure."
"The psychiatrist will prescribe antidepressants for your depression."
"The nutritionist will prescribe a balanced diet for weight loss."
"The optometrist will prescribe new glasses for your vision problems."
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Word Game Points

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

PRESCRIBE has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

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

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

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