Anthrax
Yes, anthrax is a valid Scrabble word. It has 7 letters and is worth 17 points in Scrabble.
What does anthrax mean?
noun
- a highly infectious animal disease (especially cattle and sheep); it can be transmitted to people
- a disease of humans that is not communicable; caused by infection with Bacillus anthracis followed by septicemia
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Word facts
| Letters | 7 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 2 / 5 |
| Scrabble points | 17 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Common |
Anagrams of anthrax
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters ANTHRAX.
Words you can make from anthrax
Frequently asked questions
Is anthrax a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Anthrax 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 anthrax worth in Scrabble?
Anthrax is worth 17 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does anthrax mean?
Anthrax means: a highly infectious animal disease (especially cattle and sheep); it can be transmitted to people.