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SUBSIST

(verb)

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There is 1 meaning of the word Subsist.

Subsist - as a verb

Support oneself

Example: "He could barely exist on such a low wage"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
exist12live7survive13
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"In the harsh desert, plants and animals have to subsist on minimal water and food."
"She was so broke that she had to subsist on instant noodles for a week."
"Some people believe that humans can subsist on a diet solely comprised of fruits and vegetables."
"During the war, the prisoners had to subsist on meager rations."
"The company was struggling to subsist due to the economic downturn."
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Word Game Points

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

SUBSIST has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is SUBSIST a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, subsist is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SUBSIST has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is SUBSIST a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, subsist is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SUBSIST has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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