Preemption
Yes, preemption is a valid Scrabble word. It has 10 letters and is worth 16 points in Scrabble.
What does preemption mean?
noun
- the judicial principle asserting the supremacy of federal over state legislation on the same subject
- the right of a government to seize or appropriate something (as property)
- the right to purchase something in advance of others
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Word facts
| Letters | 10 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 4 / 6 |
| Scrabble points | 16 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of preemption
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters PREEMPTION.
Words you can make from preemption
Frequently asked questions
Is preemption a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Preemption 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 preemption worth in Scrabble?
Preemption is worth 16 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does preemption mean?
Preemption means: the judicial principle asserting the supremacy of federal over state legislation on the same subject.