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PRECEPT

(noun, verb)
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There are 3 meanings of the word Precept.

Precept - as a noun

Rule of personal conduct

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
principle15
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
prescript15rule4
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A doctrine that is taught

Example: "The teachings of religion"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
commandment20teaching14
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
doctrine11ism5philosophical systemphilosophy23school of thought
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Precept - as a verb

To teach by precepts.

Example Sentences

"The teacher explained the precept of honesty to her students."
"The company's precept is to always put the customer first."
"One of the precepts of Buddhism is non-attachment."
"She lived her life by the precept 'treat others how you want to be treated'."
"The precept of punctuality is highly valued in this organization."
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Word Game Points

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

PRECEPT has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is PRECEPT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, precept is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PRECEPT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is PRECEPT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, precept is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PRECEPT has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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