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Complementary

Yes, complementary is a valid Scrabble word. It has 13 letters and is worth 24 points in Scrabble.

What does complementary mean?

noun

  1. either one of two chromatic colors that when mixed together give white (in the case of lights) or grey (in the case of pigments) yellow and blue are complementaries

adjective

  1. of words or propositions so related that each is the negation of the other `male' and `female' are complementary terms
  2. acting as or providing a complement (something that completes the whole)

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for complementary

Word facts

Letters13
Vowels / consonants4 / 9
Scrabble points24
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon

Anagrams of complementary

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters COMPLEMENTARY.

Words you can make from complementary

Unscramble COMPLEMENTARY for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is complementary a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Complementary 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 complementary worth in Scrabble?

Complementary is worth 24 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does complementary mean?

Complementary means: either one of two chromatic colors that when mixed together give white (in the case of lights) or grey (in the case of pigments).