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Blackout

Yes, blackout is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 16 points in Scrabble.

What does blackout mean?

noun

  1. a suspension of radio or tv broadcasting
  2. darkness resulting from the extinction of lights (as in a city invisible to enemy aircraft)
  3. the failure of electric power for a general region

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for blackout

Word facts

Letters8
Vowels / consonants3 / 5
Scrabble points16
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonLess common

Anagrams of blackout

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters BLACKOUT.

Words you can make from blackout

Unscramble BLACKOUT for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is blackout a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Blackout 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 blackout worth in Scrabble?

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

What does blackout mean?

Blackout means: a suspension of radio or tv broadcasting.