Perpendicular
Yes, perpendicular is a valid Scrabble word. It has 13 letters and is worth 20 points in Scrabble.
What does perpendicular mean?
noun
- a straight line at right angles to another line
- a Gothic style in 14th and 15th century England; characterized by vertical lines and a four-centered (Tudor) arch and fan vaulting
- a cord from which a metal weight is suspended pointing directly to the earth's center of gravity; used to determine the vertical from a given point
adjective
- intersecting at or forming right angles
the axes are perpendicular to each other
- at right angles to the plane of the horizon or a base line
a vertical camera angle
- extremely steep
the great perpendicular face of the cliff
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for perpendicular
Word facts
| Letters | 13 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 5 / 8 |
| Scrabble points | 20 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of perpendicular
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters PERPENDICULAR.
Words you can make from perpendicular
Frequently asked questions
Is perpendicular a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Perpendicular 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 perpendicular worth in Scrabble?
Perpendicular is worth 20 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does perpendicular mean?
Perpendicular means: a straight line at right angles to another line.