Released
8 lettersverbcommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Set free from confinement or restraint, or made something available to the public. Past tense of release, indicating previous action of freeing or publishing.
“The band released their debut album to widespread critical acclaim last month.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/rɪˈliːst/
Syllables
re·leased
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Wordle
Contains four E's, which is exceptional; -ED ending marks past tense
Scrabble
Worth 9 points; multiple E's create excellent opportunities for parallel plays
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