PRETERITION
11 letters · 4 syllables · noun
Definition of PRETERITION
A figure of speech in which one pretends to ignore or omit something by actually mentioning it.
The act of passing by, disregarding or omitting.
The failure of a testator to name a legal heir in his will.
The doctrine that God passes over the non-elect in electing to eternal life those predestinated to salvation.
Word Details
Is PRETERITION a Scrabble Word?
Yes, PRETERITION is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: PRETERITION uses 11 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for PRETERITION
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | p | r | e | t | e | r | i | t | i | o | n | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 13 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 15 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in PRETERITION
100 words from the letters in PRETERITION
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How to Use PRETERITION in Word Games
PRETERITION is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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