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TRIALS

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 8 meanings of the word Trials.

Trials - as a noun

Trying something to find out about it

Example: "A sample for ten days free trial"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
testtrial runtryout
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
experimentexperimentation
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The act of undergoing testing

Example: "He survived the great test of battle"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
test

(law) the determination of a person's innocence or guilt by due process of law

Example: "He had a fair trial and the jury found him guilty"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
legal proceedingproceedingproceedings
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

(sports) a preliminary competition to determine qualifications

Example: "The trials for the semifinals began yesterday"

An annoying or frustrating or catastrophic event

Example: "His mother-in-law's visits were a great trial for him"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
tribulationvisitation
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
affliction
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Trials - as a verb

To carry out a series of tests on (a new product, procedure etc.) before marketing or implementing it.

Example: "The warning system was extensively trialed before being fitted to all our vehicles."

To try out (a new player) in a sports team.

Example: "The team trialled a new young goalkeeper in saturday's match, with mixed results."

Example Sentences

"The defendant is currently facing multiple trials for various crimes."
"The medical team is conducting clinical trials to test the effectiveness of the new drug."
"She experienced many trials and tribulations throughout her life."
"The athlete is preparing for the upcoming track and field trials."
"The company is facing legal trials after allegations of fraud."
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Word Game Points

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

TRIALS has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.

Is TRIALS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, trials is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
TRIALS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 7.

Is TRIALS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, trials is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TRIALS has a WORDFEUD points total of 6.

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