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There is 1 meaning of the word Decriminalize.

Decriminalize - as a verb

Make legal

Example: "Marijuana should be legalized"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
decriminalise18legalise9legalize18legitimate13legitimatise15legitimatize24legitimise13legitimize22
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
allow8countenance15let3permit10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
criminalize24

Example Sentences

"Many countries have decided to decriminalize the possession of small amounts of marijuana."
"Some states in the US have started to decriminalize the use of recreational marijuana."
"The government is considering a bill to decriminalize the possession of certain controlled substances."
"Several European countries have successfully decriminalized the use of drugs and focused more on harm reduction."
"Efforts are underway to decriminalize prostitution and shift the focus to providing support and protection for sex workers."
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Word Game Points

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

DECRIMINALIZE has a SCRABBLE points total of 27.

Is DECRIMINALIZE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, decriminalize is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DECRIMINALIZE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 31.

Is DECRIMINALIZE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, decriminalize is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DECRIMINALIZE has a WORDFEUD points total of 28.

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