Predicate
Yes, predicate is a valid Scrabble word. It has 9 letters and is worth 14 points in Scrabble.
What does predicate mean?
noun
- (logic) what is predicated of the subject of a proposition; the second term in a proposition is predicated of the first term by means of the copula
`Socrates is a man' predicates manhood of Socrates
- one of the two main constituents of a sentence; the predicate contains the verb and its complements
verb
- make the (grammatical) predicate in a proposition
The predicate `dog' is predicated of the subject `Fido' in the sentence `Fido is a dog'
- affirm or declare as an attribute or quality of
The speech predicated the fitness of the candidate to be President
- involve as a necessary condition of consequence; as in logic
solving the problem is predicated on understanding it well
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for predicate
Word facts
| Letters | 9 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 4 / 5 |
| Scrabble points | 14 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Common |
Anagrams of predicate
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters PREDICATE.
Words you can make from predicate
Frequently asked questions
Is predicate a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Predicate 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 predicate worth in Scrabble?
Predicate is worth 14 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does predicate mean?
Predicate means: (logic) what is predicated of the subject of a proposition; the second term in a proposition is predicated of the first term by means of the copula.