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Apprehend

Yes, apprehend is a valid Scrabble word. It has 9 letters and is worth 17 points in Scrabble.

What does apprehend mean?

verb

  1. get the meaning of something Do you comprehend the meaning of this letter?
  2. take into custody the police nabbed the suspected criminals
  3. anticipate with dread or anxiety

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for apprehend

Word facts

Letters9
Vowels / consonants3 / 6
Scrabble points17
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonLess common

Anagrams of apprehend

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters APPREHEND.

Words you can make from apprehend

Unscramble APPREHEND for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is apprehend a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Apprehend 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 apprehend worth in Scrabble?

Apprehend is worth 17 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does apprehend mean?

Apprehend means: get the meaning of something.