Ergotism
Yes, ergotism is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 11 points in Scrabble.
What does ergotism mean?
noun
- poisoning by ingestion of ergot-infected grain products; characterized by thirst and diarrhea and nausea and cramping and vomiting and abnormal cardiac rhythms; in severe cases it can cause seizures and gangrene of the limbs
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Word facts
| Letters | 8 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 3 / 5 |
| Scrabble points | 11 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Rare |
Anagrams of ergotism
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters ERGOTISM.
Words you can make from ergotism
Frequently asked questions
Is ergotism a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Ergotism 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 ergotism worth in Scrabble?
Ergotism is worth 11 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does ergotism mean?
Ergotism means: poisoning by ingestion of ergot-infected grain products; characterized by thirst and diarrhea and nausea and cramping and vomiting and abnormal cardiac rhythms; in severe cases it can cause seizures and gangrene of the limbs.