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IMPORTUNITY

(noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Importunity.

Importunity - as a noun

Insistent solicitation and entreaty

Example: "His importunity left me no alternative but to agree"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
urgency13urging8

Quality of a person who is given to making importunate demands, being greedily or thoughtlessly demanding.

Example: "This situation might explain why lilburne, in spite of his harsh language and challenges to the court's authority, not to mention his importunateness, was not cited for contempt."

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
importunateness19

Example Sentences

"Her importunity in asking for a raise annoyed her boss."
"He approached her with importunity, begging her to reconsider her decision."
"Despite her importunity, they refused to change their minds."
"The customer's importunity for a refund became increasingly demanding."
"His importunity to borrow money became tiresome to his friends."
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Word Game Points

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

IMPORTUNITY has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is IMPORTUNITY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, importunity is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
IMPORTUNITY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.

Is IMPORTUNITY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, importunity is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
IMPORTUNITY has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.

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