Optative
Yes, optative is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 13 points in Scrabble.
What does optative mean?
noun
- a mood (as in Greek or Sanskrit) that expresses a wish or hope; expressed in English by modal verbs
adjective
- indicating an option or wish
- relating to a mood of verbs in some languages
optative verb endings
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Word facts
| Letters | 8 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 4 / 4 |
| Scrabble points | 13 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Rare |
Anagrams of optative
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters OPTATIVE.
Words you can make from optative
Frequently asked questions
Is optative a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Optative 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 optative worth in Scrabble?
Optative is worth 13 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does optative mean?
Optative means: a mood (as in Greek or Sanskrit) that expresses a wish or hope; expressed in English by modal verbs.