SACRIFICES
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 9 meanings of the word
Sacrifices.
How to pronounce sacrifices:
US
Sacrifices - as a noun
The act of losing or surrendering something as a penalty for a mistake or fault or failure to perform etc.
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
forfeitforfeiturePersonnel that are sacrificed (e.g., surrendered or lost in order to gain an objective)
A loss entailed by giving up or selling something at less than its value
Example: "He had to sell his car at a considerable sacrifice"
The act of killing (an animal or person) in order to propitiate a deity
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ritual killingHypernyms (Closely Related)
killingputting to deathHyponyms (Broadly Related)
(baseball) an out that advances the base runners
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
putoutHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Sacrifices - as a verb
Kill or destroy
Example: "The animals were sacrificed after the experiment"
Sell at a loss
Example Sentences
"She made many sacrifices to save up enough money for a down payment on a house."
"The soldiers were honored for their bravery and sacrifices during the war."
"The sacrifices made by the team members led to their victory in the championship."
"As a parent, you have to make sacrifices for the well-being and happiness of your children."
"Some people believe that making sacrifices is necessary for achieving success in life."
Word Game Points
Is SACRIFICES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, sacrifices is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SACRIFICES has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.
Is SACRIFICES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, sacrifices is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSACRIFICES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.
Is SACRIFICES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sacrifices is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSACRIFICES has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.