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PREDATORY

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Predatory.

Predatory - as an adjective satellite

Characterized by plundering or pillaging or marauding

Example: "Bands of marauding indians"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
marauding13raiding9

Living by preying on other animals especially by catching living prey

Example: "A predatory bird"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rapacious13raptorial11ravening12vulturine12vulturous12

Living by or given to victimizing others for personal gain

Example: "Predatory capitalists"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
predaceous15predacious15

Predatory - as an adjective

Of, or relating to a predator.

Living by preying on other living animals.

Exploiting or victimizing others for personal gain.

Example Sentences

"The lion is a predatory animal that preys on other animals."
"The shark is known for its predatory behavior in the ocean."
"The predatory bird swooped down from the sky to catch its prey."
"The predatory instincts of the wolf enable it to survive in the wild."
"The spider weaved a predatory web to catch its unsuspecting victims."
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Word Game Points

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

PREDATORY has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is PREDATORY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, predatory is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PREDATORY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

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

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