Ostensible
Yes, ostensible is a valid Scrabble word. It has 10 letters and is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
What does ostensible mean?
adjective
- appearing as such but not necessarily so
for all his apparent wealth he had no money to pay the rent
- represented or appearing as such; pretended
His ostensible purpose was charity, his real goal popularity
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for ostensible
Word facts
| Letters | 10 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 4 / 6 |
| Scrabble points | 12 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of ostensible
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters OSTENSIBLE.
Words you can make from ostensible
Frequently asked questions
Is ostensible a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Ostensible 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 ostensible worth in Scrabble?
Ostensible is worth 12 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does ostensible mean?
Ostensible means: appearing as such but not necessarily so.