Meltdown
Yes, meltdown is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 14 points in Scrabble.
What does meltdown mean?
noun
- severe overheating of the core of a nuclear reactor resulting in the core melting and radiation escaping
- a disaster comparable to a nuclear meltdown
there is little likelihood of a meltdown comparable to the American banking collapse in March 1933
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Word facts
| Letters | 8 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 2 / 6 |
| Scrabble points | 14 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of meltdown
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters MELTDOWN.
Words you can make from meltdown
Frequently asked questions
Is meltdown a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Meltdown 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 meltdown worth in Scrabble?
Meltdown is worth 14 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does meltdown mean?
Meltdown means: severe overheating of the core of a nuclear reactor resulting in the core melting and radiation escaping.