Definitions
There are 13 meanings of the word
Uses.
Uses - as a noun
The act of using
Example: "He warned against the use of narcotic drugs"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
employmentexerciseusageutilisationutilizationHypernyms (Closely Related)
activityHyponyms (Broadly Related)
What something is used for
Example: "The function of an auger is to bore holes"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
functionpurposeroleHypernyms (Closely Related)
usefulnessutilityHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A particular service
Example: "He put his knowledge to good use"
(economics) the utilization of economic goods to satisfy needs or in manufacturing
Example: "The consumption of energy has increased steadily"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
consumptioneconomic consumptionusanceuse of goods and servicesHypernyms (Closely Related)
demandHyponyms (Broadly Related)
(psychology) an automatic pattern of behavior in reaction to a specific situation; may be inherited or acquired through frequent repetition
Example: "Owls have nocturnal habits"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
habitHypernyms (Closely Related)
customusageusanceHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Exerting shrewd or devious influence especially for one's own advantage
Example: "His manipulation of his friends was scandalous"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
manipulationHypernyms (Closely Related)
influenceHyponyms (Broadly Related)
(law) the exercise of the legal right to enjoy the benefits of owning property
Example: "We were given the use of his boat"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
enjoymentHypernyms (Closely Related)
legal rightHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Uses - as a verb
Put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose
Example: "Use your head!"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
applyemployutiliseutilizeHypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Take or consume (regularly or habitually)
Example: "She uses drugs rarely"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
habituateHypernyms (Closely Related)
consumehaveingesttakeHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Use up, consume fully
Example: "The legislature expended its time on school questions"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
expendHypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Seek or achieve an end by using to one's advantage
Example: "She uses her influential friends to get jobs"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
exploitworkHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Avail oneself to
Example: "Apply a principle"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
applypracticeHypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Habitually do something or be in a certain state or place (use only in the past tense)
Example: "She used to call her mother every week but now she calls only occasionally"
Example Sentences
"She uses her phone to check the news every morning."
"He uses his skateboard to get to school."
"The company uses advanced technology to improve productivity."
"The teacher uses a projector to display slides during class."
"She uses her artistic skills to create beautiful paintings."
Word Game Points
Is USES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, uses is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
USES has a SCRABBLE points total of 4.
Is USES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, uses is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordUSES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 5.
Is USES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, uses is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordUSES has a WORDFEUD points total of 5.
