probation

probation is a 9-letter English word with 8 senses as noun in the JumbleFix dictionary. One common meaning is: The act of proving; also, that which proves anything; proof. Face value is 13 in Scrabble and 16 in Words With Friends. Use the entries below when you need a playable sense, a nearby word, or another arrangement of the same letters.

9 letters · Scrabble 13 · Words With Friends 16 · 8 senses

Definitions

1. noun. The act of proving; also, that which proves anything; proof.
2. noun. Any proceeding designed to ascertain truth, to determine character, qualification, etc.; examination; trial; as, to engage a person on probation.
3. noun. The novitiate which a person must pass in a convent, to probe his or her virtue and ability to bear the severities of the rule.
4. noun. The trial of a ministerial candidate's qualifications prior to his ordination, or to his settlement as a pastor.
5. noun. Moral trial; the state of man in the present life, in which he has the opportunity of proving his character, and becoming qualified for a happier state.
6. noun. (law) a way of dealing with offenders without imprisoning them; a defendant found guilty of a crime is released by the court without imprisonment subject to conditions imposed by the court

   "probation is part of the sentencing process"

7. noun. a trial period during which an offender has time to redeem himself or herself
8. noun. a trial period during which your character and abilities are tested to see whether you are suitable for work or for membership

Common word forms

probations, probational, probationer

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