Dictionary Check: yet
"yet" is a valid word!
Scrabble
6
points
Words with Friends
5
points
Definition
adverb
up to the present time
Example:
"I have yet to see the results"
adverb
used in negative statement to describe a situation that has existed up to this point or up to the present time
Example:
"So far he hasn't called"
adverb
to a greater degree or extent; used with comparisons
Example:
"looked sick and felt even worse"
adverb
within an indefinite time or at an unspecified future time
Example:
"he longed for the flowers that were yet to show themselves"
adverb
used after a superlative
Example:
"this is the best so far"
adverb
despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession)
Example:
"although I'm a little afraid, however I'd like to try it"
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