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PREEMPTIVE

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Preemptive.

How to pronounce preemptive:

US

Preemptive - as an adjective satellite

Designed or having the power to deter or prevent an anticipated situation or occurrence

Example: "A preemptive business offer"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pre-emptive

Preemptive - as an adjective

Of or relating to preemption.

Made so as to deter an anticipated unpleasant situation.

(of a high-level bid) intended to interfere with an opponent's bidding.

Example Sentences

"The country launched a preemptive strike to protect its borders."
"She took a preemptive action to prevent the dispute from escalating."
"The government issued a preemptive warning about the upcoming storm."
"The company implemented a preemptive measure to avoid a potential crisis."
"He made a preemptive apology for his mistake."
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Word Game Points

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

PREEMPTIVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.

Is PREEMPTIVE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, preemptive is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PREEMPTIVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 23.

Is PREEMPTIVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, preemptive is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PREEMPTIVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.

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