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Pressure

Yes, pressure is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 10 points in Scrabble.

What does pressure mean?

noun

  1. the force applied to a unit area of surface; measured in pascals (SI unit) or in dynes (cgs unit) the compressed gas exerts an increased pressure
  2. a force that compels the public brought pressure to bear on the government
  3. the act of pressing; the exertion of pressure he gave the button a press

verb

  1. to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means :"She forced him to take a job in the city" She forced him to take a job in the city
  2. exert pressure on someone through threats

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for pressure

Word facts

Letters8
Vowels / consonants3 / 5
Scrabble points10
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon

Anagrams of pressure

  • perusers

Words you can make from pressure

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Frequently asked questions

Is pressure a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Pressure 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 pressure worth in Scrabble?

Pressure is worth 10 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does pressure mean?

Pressure means: the force applied to a unit area of surface; measured in pascals (SI unit) or in dynes (cgs unit).