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PROVISORY

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Provisory.

Provisory - as an adjective satellite

Subject to a proviso

Example: "A provisory clause"

Provisory - as an adjective

Containing a proviso.

Example: "The provisory clause effectively excluded his otherwise logical heirs from his main inheritance."

Dependent on a proviso or condition.

Example: "A provisory guarantee is rather like blackmail."

Temporary; pending something more permanent.

Example Sentences

"We have reached a provisory agreement on the terms of the contract."
"The provisory decision has been made until further evaluation is completed."
"The provisory measures implemented by the government aim to stabilize the economy."
"This is a provisory solution until we find a permanent fix."
"The provisory status of the project allows for adjustments to be made easily."
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Word Game Points

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

PROVISORY has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is PROVISORY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, provisory is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PROVISORY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is PROVISORY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, provisory is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PROVISORY has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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