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PUNCTUATES

(verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Punctuates.

Punctuates - as a verb

Insert punctuation marks into

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
mark
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
add
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

To stress, single out as important

Example: "Dr. jones emphasizes exercise in addition to a change in diet"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
accentaccentuateemphasiseemphasizestress
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
evinceexpressshow
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Interrupt periodically

Example: "Her sharp questions punctuated the speaker's drone"

Example Sentences

"He punctuates his speech with witty remarks."
"The teacher punctuates her lecture by asking questions."
"The comedian punctuates his jokes with funny gestures."
"She punctuates her writing with exclamation marks for emphasis."
"The conductor punctuates the performance with dramatic pauses."
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Word Game Points

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

PUNCTUATES has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

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

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

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