Approximate
Yes, approximate is a valid Scrabble word. It has 11 letters and is worth 24 points in Scrabble.
What does approximate mean?
verb
- be close or similar
Her results approximate my own
- judge tentatively or form an estimate of (quantities or time)
I estimate this chicken to weigh three pounds
adjective
- not quite exact or correct
the approximate time was 10 o'clock
- very close in resemblance
sketched in an approximate likeness
- located close together
with heads close together
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for approximate
Word facts
| Letters | 11 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 5 / 6 |
| Scrabble points | 24 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Common |
Anagrams of approximate
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters APPROXIMATE.
Words you can make from approximate
Frequently asked questions
Is approximate a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Approximate 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 approximate worth in Scrabble?
Approximate is worth 24 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does approximate mean?
Approximate means: be close or similar.