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PRESCRIBES

(verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Prescribes.

Prescribes - 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 prescribes antibiotics for your infection."
"The dentist prescribes painkillers after a tooth extraction."
"The dermatologist prescribes a medicated cream for your eczema."
"The psychiatrist prescribes an antidepressant for your depression."
"The veterinarian prescribes a flea treatment for your dog."
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Word Game Points

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

PRESCRIBES has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

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

Is PRESCRIBES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, prescribes is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PRESCRIBES has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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