PREEMPTION
(noun)Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Preemption.
Preemption - as a noun
The judicial principle asserting the supremacy of federal over state legislation on the same subject
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pre-emptionThe right of a government to seize or appropriate something (as property)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pre-emptionThe right to purchase something in advance of others
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pre-emptionHypernyms (Closely Related)
rightHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A prior appropriation of something
Example: "The preemption of bandwidth by commercial interests"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pre-emptionExample Sentences
"The company's preemption of the market through aggressive marketing strategies allowed them to gain a significant market share."
"The court ruled in favor of the defendant, stating that his actions were a justified preemption to protect his own safety."
"The government's preemption of the land for public use sparked a heated debate among the local residents."
"The new regulations on drug approvals aim to streamline the process and prevent preemptions from delaying potentially life-saving medications."
"The author's preemption of criticism by addressing potential objections in his work showed his thoroughness as a writer."
Word Game Points
Is PREEMPTION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, preemption is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PREEMPTION has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.
Is PREEMPTION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, preemption is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPREEMPTION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.
Is PREEMPTION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, preemption is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPREEMPTION has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.
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