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Ideal

Yes, ideal is a valid Scrabble word. It has 5 letters and is worth 6 points in Scrabble. It is on our list of likely Wordle answers.

What does ideal mean?

noun

  1. the idea of something that is perfect; something that one hopes to attain
  2. model of excellence or perfection of a kind; one having no equal

adjective

  1. conforming to an ultimate standard of perfection or excellence; embodying an ideal
  2. constituting or existing only in the form of an idea or mental image or conception a poem or essay may be typical of its period in idea or ideal content
  3. of or relating to the philosophical doctrine of the reality of ideas

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for ideal

Word facts

Letters5
Vowels / consonants3 / 2
Scrabble points6
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon
Likely Wordle answerYes

Anagrams of ideal

  • ailed

Words you can make from ideal

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Frequently asked questions

Is ideal a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Ideal 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 ideal worth in Scrabble?

Ideal is worth 6 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does ideal mean?

Ideal means: the idea of something that is perfect; something that one hopes to attain.

Could ideal be a Wordle answer?

Ideal is on our list of likely Wordle answers: a common five-letter dictionary word that is not a plural or past tense.