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Precedent

Yes, precedent is a valid Scrabble word. It has 9 letters and is worth 14 points in Scrabble.

What does precedent mean?

noun

  1. an example that is used to justify similar occurrences at a later time
  2. (civil law) a law established by following earlier judicial decisions
  3. a system of jurisprudence based on judicial precedents rather than statutory laws common law originated in the unwritten laws of England and was later applied in the United States

adjective

  1. preceding in time, order, or significance

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Word facts

Letters9
Vowels / consonants3 / 6
Scrabble points14
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon

Anagrams of precedent

  • precented

Words you can make from precedent

Unscramble PRECEDENT for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is precedent a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Precedent is in the ENABLE word list used by many word games, so it is generally playable in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

How many points is precedent worth in Scrabble?

Precedent is worth 14 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does precedent mean?

Precedent means: an example that is used to justify similar occurrences at a later time.