Prerequisite
12 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
A thing that is required as a prior condition for something else to happen or exist. Prerequisites are essential requirements or qualifications that must be met before proceeding to the next stage.
“Completing the introductory course is a prerequisite for enrolling in the advanced seminar.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/priːˈrɛkwɪzɪt/
Syllables
pre·req·ui·site
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Wordle
Contains 'PRE' prefix and 'REQUISITE' with multiple 'E' and 'I' vowels
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Scrabble
High-value 12-letter word with 'Q' worth 10 points; challenging placement
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