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Light

Yes, light is a valid Scrabble word. It has 5 letters and is worth 9 points in Scrabble. It is on our list of likely Wordle answers.

What does light mean?

noun

  1. (physics) electromagnetic radiation that can produce a visual sensation the light was filtered through a soft glass window
  2. any device serving as a source of illumination he stopped the car and turned off the lights
  3. a particular perspective or aspect of a situation although he saw it in a different light, he still did not understand

verb

  1. make lighter or brighter This lamp lightens the room a bit
  2. begin to smoke After the meal, some of the diners lit up
  3. to come to rest, settle Misfortune lighted upon him

adjective

  1. of comparatively little physical weight or density a light load
  2. (used of color) having a relatively small amount of coloring agent light blue
  3. of the military or industry; using (or being) relatively small or light arms or equipment light infantry

adverb

  1. with few burdens experienced travellers travel light

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for light

Word facts

Letters5
Vowels / consonants1 / 4
Scrabble points9
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon
Likely Wordle answerYes

Anagrams of light

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters LIGHT.

Words you can make from light

Unscramble LIGHT for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is light a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Light 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 light worth in Scrabble?

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

What does light mean?

Light means: (physics) electromagnetic radiation that can produce a visual sensation.

Could light be a Wordle answer?

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