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Futile

Yes, futile is a valid Scrabble word. It has 6 letters and is worth 9 points in Scrabble.

What does futile mean?

adjective

  1. producing no result or effect a futile effort
  2. unproductive of success a fruitless search

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for futile

Word facts

Letters6
Vowels / consonants3 / 3
Scrabble points9
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonLess common

Anagrams of futile

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters FUTILE.

Words you can make from futile

Unscramble FUTILE for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is futile a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Futile 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 futile worth in Scrabble?

Futile is worth 9 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does futile mean?

Futile means: producing no result or effect.