Pestilence
Yes, pestilence is a valid Scrabble word. It has 10 letters and is worth 14 points in Scrabble.
What does pestilence mean?
noun
- a serious (sometimes fatal) infection of rodents caused by Yersinia pestis and accidentally transmitted to humans by the bite of a flea that has bitten an infected animal
- any epidemic disease with a high death rate
- a pernicious and malign influence that is hard to get rid of
racism is a pestilence at the heart of the nation
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for pestilence
Word facts
| Letters | 10 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 4 / 6 |
| Scrabble points | 14 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of pestilence
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters PESTILENCE.
Words you can make from pestilence
Frequently asked questions
Is pestilence a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Pestilence 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 pestilence worth in Scrabble?
Pestilence is worth 14 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does pestilence mean?
Pestilence means: a serious (sometimes fatal) infection of rodents caused by Yersinia pestis and accidentally transmitted to humans by the bite of a flea that has bitten an infected animal.