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ARREAR

(noun, adverb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Arrear.

Arrear - as a noun

Work to be done, obligation.

Unpaid debt.

That which is in the rear or behind.

Arrear - as an adverb

Towards the rear, backwards.

Behind time; overdue.

Example Sentences

"He fell behind on his mortgage payments and now has a large arrear to repay."
"The company is facing financial difficulties due to the accumulation of arrears."
"The landlord sent a notice to the tenant demanding payment for the arrear in rent."
"The employee was given a warning for not clearing his arrears in a timely manner."
"The arrear in child support payments has caused a strain on the family's finances."
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Word Game Points

Is ARREAR a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, arrear is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ARREAR has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.

Is ARREAR a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, arrear is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ARREAR has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 6.

Is ARREAR a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, arrear is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ARREAR has a WORDFEUD points total of 6.

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