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Exception

Yes, exception is a valid Scrabble word. It has 9 letters and is worth 20 points in Scrabble.

What does exception mean?

noun

  1. a deliberate act of omission with the exception of the children, everyone was told the news
  2. an instance that does not conform to a rule or generalization all her children were brilliant; the only exception was her last child
  3. grounds for adverse criticism his authority is beyond exception

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for exception

Word facts

Letters9
Vowels / consonants4 / 5
Scrabble points20
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon

Anagrams of exception

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters EXCEPTION.

Words you can make from exception

Unscramble EXCEPTION for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is exception a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Exception 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 exception worth in Scrabble?

Exception is worth 20 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does exception mean?

Exception means: a deliberate act of omission.