Pontifical
Yes, pontifical is a valid Scrabble word. It has 10 letters and is worth 17 points in Scrabble.
What does pontifical mean?
noun
- the vestments and other insignia of a pontiff (especially a bishop)
adjective
- proceeding from or ordered by or subject to a pope or the papacy regarded as the successor of the Apostles
papal dispensation
- denoting or governed by or relating to a bishop or bishops
- puffed up with vanity
a grandiloquent and boastful manner
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for pontifical
Word facts
| Letters | 10 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 4 / 6 |
| Scrabble points | 17 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of pontifical
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters PONTIFICAL.
Words you can make from pontifical
Frequently asked questions
Is pontifical a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Pontifical 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 pontifical worth in Scrabble?
Pontifical is worth 17 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does pontifical mean?
Pontifical means: the vestments and other insignia of a pontiff (especially a bishop).