Dependent
Yes, dependent is a valid Scrabble word. It has 9 letters and is worth 13 points in Scrabble.
What does dependent mean?
noun
- a person who relies on another person for support (especially financial support)
adjective
- relying on or requiring a person or thing for support, supply, or what is needed
dependent children
- contingent on something else
- (of a clause) unable to stand alone syntactically as a complete sentence
a subordinate (or dependent) clause functions as a noun or adjective or adverb within a sentence
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for dependent
Word facts
| Letters | 9 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 3 / 6 |
| Scrabble points | 13 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Common |
Anagrams of dependent
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters DEPENDENT.
Words you can make from dependent
Frequently asked questions
Is dependent a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Dependent 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 dependent worth in Scrabble?
Dependent is worth 13 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does dependent mean?
Dependent means: a person who relies on another person for support (especially financial support).