Adoption
Yes, adoption is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 11 points in Scrabble.
What does adoption mean?
noun
- the act of accepting with approval; favorable reception
its adoption by society
- a legal proceeding that creates a parent-child relation between persons not related by blood; the adopted child is entitled to all privileges belonging to a natural child of the adoptive parents (including the right to inherit)
- the appropriation (of ideas or words etc) from another source
the borrowing of ancient motifs was very apparent
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for adoption
Word facts
| Letters | 8 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 4 / 4 |
| Scrabble points | 11 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Common |
Anagrams of adoption
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters ADOPTION.
Words you can make from adoption
Frequently asked questions
Is adoption a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Adoption is in the ENABLE word list used by many word games, so it is generally playable in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
How many points is adoption worth in Scrabble?
Adoption is worth 11 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does adoption mean?
Adoption means: the act of accepting with approval; favorable reception.