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Challenging

Yes, challenging is a valid Scrabble word. It has 11 letters and is worth 18 points in Scrabble.

What does challenging mean?

adjective

  1. requiring full use of your abilities or resources ambitious schedule
  2. stimulating interest or thought a challenging hypothesis
  3. disturbingly provocative an intriguing smile

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for challenging

Word facts

Letters11
Vowels / consonants3 / 8
Scrabble points18
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon

Anagrams of challenging

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters CHALLENGING.

Words you can make from challenging

Unscramble CHALLENGING for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is challenging a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Challenging 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 challenging worth in Scrabble?

Challenging is worth 18 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does challenging mean?

Challenging means: requiring full use of your abilities or resources.