PRAETORIAN
(adj., noun, adj.sat)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Praetorian.
Praetorian - as an adjective
Of or relating to a roman praetor
Example: "Praetorial powers"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
praetorial12pretorial11pretorian11Praetorian - as a noun
Praetorian - as an adjective satellite
Characteristic of or similar to the corruptible soldiers in the praetorian guard with respect to corruption or political venality
Example: "A large praetorian bureaucracy filled with ambitious...and often sycophantic people makes work and makes trouble"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pretorian11Example Sentences
"The praetorians were the personal bodyguards of the Roman emperors."
"During the reign of Augustus, the praetorians gained significant political influence."
"The praetorians took part in many military campaigns of the Roman Empire."
"The praetorians were often involved in assassinations and plots against the emperors."
"Only Roman citizens were allowed to serve as praetorians."
Word Game Points
Is PRAETORIAN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, praetorian is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PRAETORIAN has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is PRAETORIAN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, praetorian is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPRAETORIAN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is PRAETORIAN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, praetorian is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPRAETORIAN has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
