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Preliminary

Yes, preliminary is a valid Scrabble word. It has 11 letters and is worth 18 points in Scrabble.

What does preliminary mean?

noun

  1. a minor match preceding the main event
  2. something that serves as a preceding event or introduces what follows training is a necessary preliminary to employment

adjective

  1. denoting an action or event preceding or in preparation for something more important; designed to orient or acquaint with a situation before proceeding a preliminary investigation

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for preliminary

Word facts

Letters11
Vowels / consonants4 / 7
Scrabble points18
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon

Anagrams of preliminary

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters PRELIMINARY.

Words you can make from preliminary

Unscramble PRELIMINARY for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is preliminary a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Preliminary 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 preliminary worth in Scrabble?

Preliminary is worth 18 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does preliminary mean?

Preliminary means: a minor match preceding the main event.