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Forbidding

Yes, forbidding is a valid Scrabble word. It has 10 letters and is worth 18 points in Scrabble.

What does forbidding mean?

noun

  1. an official prohibition or edict against something

adjective

  1. harshly uninviting or formidable in manner or appearance a dour, self-sacrificing life
  2. threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments a baleful look

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for forbidding

Word facts

Letters10
Vowels / consonants3 / 7
Scrabble points18
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonLess common

Anagrams of forbidding

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters FORBIDDING.

Words you can make from forbidding

Unscramble FORBIDDING for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is forbidding a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Forbidding 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 forbidding worth in Scrabble?

Forbidding is worth 18 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does forbidding mean?

Forbidding means: an official prohibition or edict against something.