Parallel
Yes, parallel is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 10 points in Scrabble.
What does parallel mean?
noun
- something having the property of being analogous to something else
- an imaginary line around the Earth parallel to the equator
- (mathematics) one of a set of parallel geometric figures (parallel lines or planes)
parallels never meet
verb
- be parallel to
Their roles are paralleled by ours
- make or place parallel to something
They paralleled the ditch to the highway
- duplicate or match
The polished surface twinned his face and chest in reverse
adjective
- being everywhere equidistant and not intersecting
parallel lines never converge
- of or relating to the simultaneous performance of multiple operations
parallel processing
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for parallel
Word facts
| Letters | 8 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 3 / 5 |
| Scrabble points | 10 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Common |
Anagrams of parallel
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters PARALLEL.
Words you can make from parallel
Frequently asked questions
Is parallel a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Parallel 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 parallel worth in Scrabble?
Parallel is worth 10 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does parallel mean?
Parallel means: something having the property of being analogous to something else.