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PRIOR

(noun, adj.sat, adj., adverb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Prior.

How to pronounce prior:

US

Prior - as a noun

The head of a religious order; in an abbey the prior is next below the abbot

Prior - as an adjective satellite

Earlier in time

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
anterior8

Prior - as an adjective

Advance; previous; coming before.

Example: "I had no prior knowledge you were coming."

Former, previous.

Example: "His prior residence was smaller than his current one."

Prior - as an adverb

Previously.

Example: "The doctor had known three months prior."

Example Sentences

"She made a prior appointment with her doctor."
"He had no prior experience in the field."
"They attended a seminar on the prior day."
"The prior owner of the house left a mess behind."
"Please provide any prior work samples you have."
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Word Game Points

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

PRIOR has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is PRIOR a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, prior is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PRIOR has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.

Is PRIOR a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, prior is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PRIOR has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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