Cantankerous
Yes, cantankerous is a valid Scrabble word. It has 12 letters and is worth 18 points in Scrabble.
What does cantankerous mean?
adjective
- stubbornly obstructive and unwilling to cooperate
unions...have never been as bloody-minded about demarcation as the shipbuilders
- having a difficult and contrary disposition
a cantankerous and venomous-tongued old lady
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for cantankerous
Word facts
| Letters | 12 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 5 / 7 |
| Scrabble points | 18 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Rare |
Anagrams of cantankerous
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters CANTANKEROUS.
Words you can make from cantankerous
Frequently asked questions
Is cantankerous a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Cantankerous 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 cantankerous worth in Scrabble?
Cantankerous is worth 18 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does cantankerous mean?
Cantankerous means: stubbornly obstructive and unwilling to cooperate.