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Hobgoblin

Yes, hobgoblin is a valid Scrabble word. It has 9 letters and is worth 17 points in Scrabble.

What does hobgoblin mean?

noun

  1. (folklore) a small grotesque supernatural creature that makes trouble for human beings
  2. an object of dread or apprehension Germany was always a bugbear for France

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for hobgoblin

Word facts

Letters9
Vowels / consonants3 / 6
Scrabble points17
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonLess common

Anagrams of hobgoblin

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters HOBGOBLIN.

Words you can make from hobgoblin

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Frequently asked questions

Is hobgoblin a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Hobgoblin 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 hobgoblin worth in Scrabble?

Hobgoblin is worth 17 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does hobgoblin mean?

Hobgoblin means: (folklore) a small grotesque supernatural creature that makes trouble for human beings.