PRETERITIONS
12 letters · 4 syllables · noun
Definition of PRETERITIONS
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 PRETERITIONS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, PRETERITIONS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: PRETERITIONS uses 12 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for PRETERITIONS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | p | r | e | t | e | r | i | t | i | o | n | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 14 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 16 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in PRETERITIONS
100 words from the letters in PRETERITIONS
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How to Use PRETERITIONS in Word Games
PRETERITIONS is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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