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Oversight

Yes, oversight is a valid Scrabble word. It has 9 letters and is worth 16 points in Scrabble.

What does oversight mean?

noun

  1. an unintentional omission resulting from failure to notice something
  2. management by overseeing the performance or operation of a person or group
  3. a mistake resulting from inattention

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for oversight

Word facts

Letters9
Vowels / consonants3 / 6
Scrabble points16
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon

Anagrams of oversight

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters OVERSIGHT.

Words you can make from oversight

Unscramble OVERSIGHT for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is oversight a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Oversight 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 oversight worth in Scrabble?

Oversight is worth 16 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does oversight mean?

Oversight means: an unintentional omission resulting from failure to notice something.