PRETERITION
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Preterition.
Preterition - as a noun
Suggesting by deliberately concise treatment that much of significance is omitted
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
paraleipsisparalepsisparalipsisExample Sentences
"I will not talk about your embarrassing mistake, that would be preterition."
"She subtly mentioned his ex-girlfriend in conversation, a preterition designed to make him jealous."
"The politician strategically ignored the controversial issue, using preterition to avoid taking a stance."
"The lawyer skillfully used preterition to hint at evidence without explicitly stating it."
"The teacher pretended not to notice the student's disruptive behavior, employing preterition to maintain order."
Word Game Points
Is PRETERITION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, preterition is valid for Scrabble UK/EU only
PRETERITION has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is PRETERITION a valid Words With Friends word?
No, preterition is NOT valid for Words With Friends
Invalid WordPRETERITION is not a valid Words With Friends word.
Is PRETERITION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, preterition is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPRETERITION has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
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