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FOREBEAR

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Forebear.

Forebear - as a noun

A person from whom you are descended

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
forbear
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
ancestorantecedentascendantascendentroot
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Forebear - as a verb

To keep away from; to avoid; to abstain from.

To refrain from proceeding; to pause; to delay.

To refuse; to decline; to withsay; to unheed.

To control oneself when provoked.

Example Sentences

"My forebears came to this country seeking a better life."
"I am proud of the accomplishments of my forebears."
"Her forebears fought in the civil rights movement."
"I have been researching my forebears' genealogy."
"His forebears were influential in shaping the local community."
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Word Game Points

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

FOREBEAR has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

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

Is FOREBEAR a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, forebear is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
FOREBEAR has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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