Litotes
Yes, litotes is a valid Scrabble word. It has 7 letters and is worth 7 points in Scrabble.
What does litotes mean?
noun
- understatement for rhetorical effect (especially when expressing an affirmative by negating its contrary)
saying `I was not a little upset' when you mean `I was very upset' is an example of litotes
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for litotes
Word facts
| Letters | 7 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 3 / 4 |
| Scrabble points | 7 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Rare |
Anagrams of litotes
- toilets
Words you can make from litotes
Frequently asked questions
Is litotes a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Litotes 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 litotes worth in Scrabble?
Litotes is worth 7 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does litotes mean?
Litotes means: understatement for rhetorical effect (especially when expressing an affirmative by negating its contrary).