Word: PREDICATE
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Definition of PREDICATE
- (grammar) The part of the sentence (or clause) which states something about the subject or the object of the sentence.
"In "The dog barked very loudly", the subject is "the dog" and the predicate is "barked very loudly"."
- A term of a statement, where the statement may be true or false depending on whether the thing referred to by the values of the statement's variables has the property signified by that (predicative) term.
"A nullary predicate is a proposition."
- An operator or function that returns either true or false.
- (grammar) Of or related to the predicate of a sentence or clause.
- Predicated, stated.
- Relating to or being any of a series of criminal acts upon which prosecution for racketeering may be predicated.
- To announce, assert, or proclaim publicly.
- To assume or suppose; to infer.
- (originally United States) to base (on); to assert on the grounds of.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Often formed from the Latin prefix "pre-", meaning "before or in front of" in time or position.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "The referee verified that "predicate" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
- โข "During the final turn of the Scrabble tournament, he played "predicate" to secure the victory."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
With its balanced structure, this word is frequently useful for maintaining board control.
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
This is a 7+ letter word. Use it as a Bingo candidate if you have the space on the board for a +50 point bonus.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 14 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 14 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 16 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PREDICATE a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is PREDICATE worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in PREDICATE? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing PREDICATE:
- # the predicate effect
- # master of predicate
- # playing with predicate
- # in terms of predicate
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