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Merit

Yes, merit is a valid Scrabble word. It has 5 letters and is worth 7 points in Scrabble. It is on our list of likely Wordle answers.

What does merit mean?

noun

  1. any admirable quality or attribute work of great merit
  2. the quality of being deserving (e.g., deserving assistance) there were many children whose deservingness he recognized and rewarded

verb

  1. be worthy or deserving You deserve a promotion after all the hard work you have done

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for merit

Word facts

Letters5
Vowels / consonants2 / 3
Scrabble points7
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon
Likely Wordle answerYes

Anagrams of merit

Words you can make from merit

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Frequently asked questions

Is merit a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Merit 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 merit worth in Scrabble?

Merit is worth 7 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does merit mean?

Merit means: any admirable quality or attribute.

Could merit be a Wordle answer?

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