Backlash
Yes, backlash is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 19 points in Scrabble.
What does backlash mean?
noun
- a movement back from an impact
- an adverse reaction to some political or social occurrence
there was a backlash of intolerance
verb
- come back to the originator of an action with an undesired effect
Your comments may backfire and cause you a lot of trouble
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for backlash
Word facts
| Letters | 8 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 2 / 6 |
| Scrabble points | 19 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of backlash
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters BACKLASH.
Words you can make from backlash
Frequently asked questions
Is backlash a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Backlash 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 backlash worth in Scrabble?
Backlash is worth 19 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does backlash mean?
Backlash means: a movement back from an impact.