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PRELIMINARY

(noun, adj.sat, adj.)

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There are 4 meanings of the word Preliminary.

Preliminary - as a noun

A minor match preceding the main event

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
prelim10

Something that serves as a preceding event or introduces what follows

Example: "Training is a necessary preliminary to employment"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
overture11prelude10

Preliminary - as an adjective satellite

Denoting an action or event preceding or in preparation for something more important

Example: "A preliminary investigation"

Preliminary - as an adjective

In preparation for the main matter; initial, introductory, preparatory.

Example: "These are just the preliminary results."

Example Sentences

"They presented the preliminary findings of their research."
"The team conducted a preliminary analysis of the data."
"We need to complete some preliminary tests before starting the experiment."
"The company released a preliminary budget for the upcoming year."
"She gave a preliminary report on the state of the project."
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Word Game Points

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

PRELIMINARY has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is PRELIMINARY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, preliminary is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PRELIMINARY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.

Is PRELIMINARY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, preliminary is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PRELIMINARY has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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