Pernicious
Yes, pernicious is a valid Scrabble word. It has 10 letters and is worth 14 points in Scrabble.
What does pernicious mean?
adjective
- exceedingly harmful
- working or spreading in a hidden and usually injurious way
glaucoma is an insidious disease
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for pernicious
Word facts
| Letters | 10 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 5 / 5 |
| Scrabble points | 14 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of pernicious
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters PERNICIOUS.
Words you can make from pernicious
Frequently asked questions
Is pernicious a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Pernicious 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 pernicious worth in Scrabble?
Pernicious is worth 14 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does pernicious mean?
Pernicious means: exceedingly harmful.