PRIOR
/ˈpɹaɪɚ/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, adjective, adverb
Definition of PRIOR
A high-ranking member of a monastery, usually lower in rank than an abbot.
A chief magistrate in Italy.
(law enforcement) A previous arrest or criminal conviction on someone's record.
Advance; previous; coming before.
"I had no prior knowledge you were coming."
Former, previous.
"His prior residence was smaller than his current one."
Previously.
"The doctor had known three months prior."
Examples of PRIOR in a Sentence
- "I had no prior knowledge you were coming."
- "His prior residence was smaller than his current one."
- "The doctor had known three months prior."
Word Details
Is PRIOR a Scrabble Word?
Yes, PRIOR is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: PRIOR uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for PRIOR
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | p | r | i | o | r | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in PRIOR
9 words from the letters in PRIOR
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use PRIOR in Word Games
PRIOR is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, PRIOR is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble PRIOR to find 9 additional valid words.