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Onset

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

What does onset mean?

noun

  1. the beginning or early stages the onset of pneumonia
  2. (military) an offensive against an enemy (using weapons) the attack began at dawn

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for onset

Word facts

Letters5
Vowels / consonants2 / 3
Scrabble points5
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon
Likely Wordle answerYes

Anagrams of onset

  • notes
  • stone
  • tones
  • seton
  • steno

Words you can make from onset

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Frequently asked questions

Is onset a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Onset 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 onset worth in Scrabble?

Onset is worth 5 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does onset mean?

Onset means: the beginning or early stages.

Could onset be a Wordle answer?

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