Published
9 lettersverbcommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Past tense of publish; to have prepared and issued a book, journal, or piece of music for public sale or distribution. Made information publicly known or available.
“The research findings were published in a prestigious scientific journal.”
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unpublished
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Contains 'PUBL' opening and '-ISHED' ending; watch for the 'SH' pattern
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Worth 17 points; 'B' and 'H' create good scoring opportunities
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