Extraneous
Yes, extraneous is a valid Scrabble word. It has 10 letters and is worth 17 points in Scrabble.
What does extraneous mean?
adjective
- not pertinent to the matter under consideration
an issue extraneous to the debate
- not essential
the ballet struck me as extraneous and somewhat out of keeping with the rest of the play
- not belonging to that in which it is contained; introduced from an outside source
water free of extraneous matter
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for extraneous
Word facts
| Letters | 10 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 5 / 5 |
| Scrabble points | 17 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of extraneous
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters EXTRANEOUS.
Words you can make from extraneous
Frequently asked questions
Is extraneous a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Extraneous 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 extraneous worth in Scrabble?
Extraneous is worth 17 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does extraneous mean?
Extraneous means: not pertinent to the matter under consideration.