Dictionary Check: prise

"prise" is a valid word!

Scrabble 7 points
Words with Friends 8 points

Definition

verb

to move or force, especially in an effort to get something open

Example: "The burglar jimmied the lock"
Synonyms:
verb

make an uninvited or presumptuous inquiry

Example: "They pried the information out of him"
Synonyms:
pry
verb

regard highly; think much of

Example: "I respect his judgement"

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