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TENTATIVE

(adj.sat, noun, adj.)

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There are 5 meanings of the word Tentative.

Tentative - as an adjective satellite

Under terms not final or fully worked out or agreed upon

Example: "Probationary employees"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
probationary19provisional16provisionary20

Unsettled in mind or opinion

Example: "Drew a few tentative conclusions"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
doubtful14

Tentative - as a noun

A trial; an experiment; an attempt.

Tentative - as an adjective

Of or pertaining to a trial or trials; essaying; experimental.

Uncertain; subject to future change.

Example Sentences

"She made a tentative approach towards the stray dog."
"The company has announced tentative plans to expand into international markets."
"They reached a tentative agreement on the terms of the contract."
"He gave a tentative smile before diving into his meal."
"The students made tentative progress in their math skills."
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Word Game Points

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

TENTATIVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is TENTATIVE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, tentative is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
TENTATIVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is TENTATIVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, tentative is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TENTATIVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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