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SUBSIDENCE

(noun)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Subsidence.

Subsidence - as a noun

An abatement in intensity or degree (as in the manifestations of a disease)

Example: "His cancer is in remission"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
remissionremittal
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
abatementhiatusreprieverespitesuspension
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A gradual sinking to a lower level

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
settlingsubsiding

The sudden collapse of something into a hollow beneath it

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cave in

Example Sentences

"The subsidence of the ground caused cracks to appear in the building's foundation."
"The homeowners filed an insurance claim due to subsidence in their backyard."
"The subsidence of the riverbank resulted in the collapse of several trees."
"After heavy rainfall, there was significant subsidence in the road, leading to potholes."
"The construction project had to be halted due to subsidence in the adjacent properties."
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Word Game Points

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

SUBSIDENCE has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

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

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

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