reprieve

reprieve is a valid 8-letter word worth 13 points in Scrabble and 15 in Words With Friends.

Meaning

What does reprieve mean?

  • A valid word accepted in tournament Scrabble and Words With Friends play.

  • noun

    an interruption in the intensity or amount of something

  • verb

    postpone the punishment of a convicted criminal, such as an execution

  • noun

    the act of reprieving; postponing or remitting punishment

  • noun

    a (temporary) relief from harm or discomfort

  • noun

    a warrant granting postponement (usually to postpone the execution of the death sentence)

  • verb

    relieve temporarily

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