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Legitimate

Yes, legitimate is a valid Scrabble word. It has 10 letters and is worth 13 points in Scrabble.

What does legitimate mean?

verb

  1. make legal Marijuana should be legalized
  2. show or affirm to be just and legitimate
  3. make (an illegitimate child) legitimate; declare the legitimacy of (someone) They legitimized their natural child

adjective

  1. of marriages and offspring; recognized as lawful
  2. based on known statements or events or conditions rain was a logical expectation, given the time of year
  3. in accordance with recognized or accepted standards or principles legitimate advertising practices

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for legitimate

Word facts

Letters10
Vowels / consonants5 / 5
Scrabble points13
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon

Anagrams of legitimate

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters LEGITIMATE.

Words you can make from legitimate

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Frequently asked questions

Is legitimate a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Legitimate 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 legitimate worth in Scrabble?

Legitimate is worth 13 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does legitimate mean?

Legitimate means: make legal.