Pontificate
Yes, pontificate is a valid Scrabble word. It has 11 letters and is worth 18 points in Scrabble.
What does pontificate mean?
noun
- the government of the Roman Catholic Church
verb
- administer a pontifical office
- talk in a dogmatic and pompous manner
The new professor always pontificates
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for pontificate
Word facts
| Letters | 11 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 5 / 6 |
| Scrabble points | 18 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of pontificate
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters PONTIFICATE.
Words you can make from pontificate
Frequently asked questions
Is pontificate a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Pontificate 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 pontificate worth in Scrabble?
Pontificate is worth 18 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does pontificate mean?
Pontificate means: the government of the Roman Catholic Church.