SCAPEGOAT
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Scapegoat.
How to pronounce scapegoat:
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Scapegoat - as a noun
Scapegoat - as a verb
To punish someone for the error or errors of someone else; to make a scapegoat of.
To blame something for the problems of a given society without evidence to back up the claim.
Example Sentences
"He was made a scapegoat for the company's failure."
"The politician blamed the media as his scapegoat for the election loss."
"The coach used the player as a scapegoat for the team's poor performance."
"She felt like a scapegoat in her dysfunctional family."
"The CEO decided to fire an employee to have a scapegoat for the budget cuts."
Word Game Points
Is SCAPEGOAT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, scapegoat is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SCAPEGOAT has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is SCAPEGOAT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, scapegoat is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSCAPEGOAT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is SCAPEGOAT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, scapegoat is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSCAPEGOAT has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
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