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Dextrous

Yes, dextrous is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 16 points in Scrabble.

What does dextrous mean?

adjective

  1. skillful in physical movements; especially of the hands a deft waiter

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for dextrous

Word facts

Letters8
Vowels / consonants3 / 5
Scrabble points16
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonRare

Anagrams of dextrous

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters DEXTROUS.

Words you can make from dextrous

Unscramble DEXTROUS for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is dextrous a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Dextrous 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 dextrous worth in Scrabble?

Dextrous is worth 16 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does dextrous mean?

Dextrous means: skillful in physical movements; especially of the hands.