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Bugaboo

Yes, bugaboo is a valid Scrabble word. It has 7 letters and is worth 12 points in Scrabble.

What does bugaboo mean?

noun

  1. an imaginary monster used to frighten children
  2. a source of concern the old bugaboo of inflation still bothers them

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for bugaboo

Word facts

Letters7
Vowels / consonants4 / 3
Scrabble points12
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonLess common

Anagrams of bugaboo

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters BUGABOO.

Words you can make from bugaboo

Unscramble BUGABOO for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is bugaboo a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Bugaboo 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 bugaboo worth in Scrabble?

Bugaboo is worth 12 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does bugaboo mean?

Bugaboo means: an imaginary monster used to frighten children.