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peremptory

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Is peremptory a Scrabble word?

Yes, peremptory is a valid Scrabble word! Worth 19 points in Scrabble.

Word Games

  • Scrabble US/Canada (OTCWL) Yes
  • Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) Yes
  • Wordle No
  • Words With Friends Yes

What is the meaning of peremptory?

Definition

adj (English)

1. (law) Precluding debate or expostulation; not admitting of question or appealExamples: "there is no reason but if any of the outlawries be indeed without error, but it should be a peremptory plea to the person in a writ of error, as well as in any other action."Synonyms: positive, absolute, decisive, conclusive, final

2. (law) (of a date or deadline) Absolutely requiring compliance or attendance; brooking no further delay; to proceed whether a party attends or not; final.Examples: "As this trial has now been postponed multiple times, there will be an adjournment to April 24, peremptory on the parties."

3. (obsolete) Firmly determined, resolute; obstinate, stubborn.obsolete

noun (English)

1. (law) A challenge to the admission of a juror, without the challenger needing to show good cause.Examples: "Each side was allowed 20 peremptories, and the prosecution used 18 of its allotment."

Definition source: Wiktionary

What Scrabble words can I make with the letters in "peremptory"?

How many Scrabble points is the word "peremptory"?

Scrabble
19 points
P3
E1
R1
E1
M3
P3
T1
O1
R1
Y4
Words With Friends
21 points
P4
E1
R1
E1
M4
P4
T1
O1
R1
Y4

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