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PLANNING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 7 meanings of the word Planning.

Planning - as a noun

An act of formulating a program for a definite course of action

Example: "The planning was more fun than the trip itself"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
preparation15readying13
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The act or process of drawing up plans or layouts for some project or enterprise

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
design8designing12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The cognitive process of thinking about what you will do in the event of something happening

Example: "His planning for retirement was hindered by several uncertainties"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
preparation15provision14
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
cerebration15intellection14mentation11thinking16thought14thought process
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Planning - as a verb

To design (a building, machine, etc.).

Example: "The architect planned the building for the client."

To create a plan for.

Example: "They jointly planned the project in phases, with good detail for the first month."

To intend.

Example: "He planned to go, but work intervened."

To make a plan.

Example: "They planned for the worst, bringing lots of emergency supplies."

Example Sentences

"The planning for the wedding is going smoothly."
"The government initiated a special planning process for urban development."
"We need to put more effort into financial planning for our business."
"The committee is responsible for strategic planning."
"Effective event planning is crucial to the success of the conference."
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Word Game Points

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

PLANNING has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is PLANNING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, planning is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PLANNING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is PLANNING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, planning is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PLANNING has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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