Contrivance
Yes, contrivance is a valid Scrabble word. It has 11 letters and is worth 18 points in Scrabble.
What does contrivance mean?
noun
- a device or control that is very useful for a particular job
- the faculty of contriving; inventive skill
his skillful contrivance of answers to every problem
- an elaborate or deceitful scheme contrived to deceive or evade
his testimony was just a contrivance to throw us off the track
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for contrivance
Word facts
| Letters | 11 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 4 / 7 |
| Scrabble points | 18 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of contrivance
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters CONTRIVANCE.
Words you can make from contrivance
Frequently asked questions
Is contrivance a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Contrivance 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 contrivance worth in Scrabble?
Contrivance is worth 18 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does contrivance mean?
Contrivance means: a device or control that is very useful for a particular job.