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Astigmatism

Yes, astigmatism is a valid Scrabble word. It has 11 letters and is worth 16 points in Scrabble.

What does astigmatism mean?

noun

  1. (ophthalmology) impaired eyesight resulting usually from irregular conformation of the cornea; common in nearsighted people
  2. (optics) defect in an optical system in which light rays from a single point fail to converge in a single focal point

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for astigmatism

Word facts

Letters11
Vowels / consonants4 / 7
Scrabble points16
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonLess common

Anagrams of astigmatism

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters ASTIGMATISM.

Words you can make from astigmatism

Unscramble ASTIGMATISM for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is astigmatism a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Astigmatism 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 astigmatism worth in Scrabble?

Astigmatism is worth 16 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does astigmatism mean?

Astigmatism means: (ophthalmology) impaired eyesight resulting usually from irregular conformation of the cornea; common in nearsighted people.