Precious
8 lettersadjectivecommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Of great value; not to be wasted or treated carelessly. It describes something rare, expensive, or greatly cherished for personal or sentimental reasons.
“Water is becoming an increasingly precious resource in many regions.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈprɛʃəs/
Syllables
pre·cious
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Wordle
Contains common letters P, R, E, C, I, O, U, S with good variety
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Scrabble
Worth 12 points; 8-letter word excellent for bonus squares
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