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Preservative

Yes, preservative is a valid Scrabble word. It has 12 letters and is worth 20 points in Scrabble.

What does preservative mean?

noun

  1. a chemical compound that is added to protect against decay or decomposition

adjective

  1. tending or having the power to preserve timbers should be treated with a preservative substance

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Word facts

Letters12
Vowels / consonants5 / 7
Scrabble points20
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonLess common

Anagrams of preservative

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters PRESERVATIVE.

Words you can make from preservative

Unscramble PRESERVATIVE for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is preservative a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Preservative 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 preservative worth in Scrabble?

Preservative is worth 20 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does preservative mean?

Preservative means: a chemical compound that is added to protect against decay or decomposition.