Enlightening
Yes, enlightening is a valid Scrabble word. It has 12 letters and is worth 17 points in Scrabble.
What does enlightening mean?
adjective
- tending to increase knowledge or dissipate ignorance
an enlightening glimpse of government in action
- enlightening or uplifting so as to encourage intellectual or moral improvement
the paintings in the church served an edifying purpose even for those who could not read
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for enlightening
Word facts
| Letters | 12 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 4 / 8 |
| Scrabble points | 17 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of enlightening
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters ENLIGHTENING.
Words you can make from enlightening
Frequently asked questions
Is enlightening a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Enlightening 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 enlightening worth in Scrabble?
Enlightening is worth 17 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does enlightening mean?
Enlightening means: tending to increase knowledge or dissipate ignorance.