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IMPORTUNATE

(adj., adj.sat, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Importunate.

How to pronounce importunate:

Def 1 UK
Def 2 UK

Importunate - as an adjective

Persistent to the point of annoying

Importunate - as an adjective satellite

Expressing persistant and earnest entreaty

Example: "An importunate job applicant"

Importunate - as a verb

To importune, or to obtain by importunity.

Example Sentences

"I ignored his importunate requests for money."
"She was importunate in her demand for a raise."
"The importunate salesman wouldn't take no for an answer."
"He became increasingly importunate in his pleas for forgiveness."
"Her importunate nature made it difficult to refuse her invitations."
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Word Game Points

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

IMPORTUNATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is IMPORTUNATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, importunate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
IMPORTUNATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is IMPORTUNATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, importunate is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
IMPORTUNATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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