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Pretence

Yes, pretence is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 12 points in Scrabble.

What does pretence mean?

noun

  1. a false or unsupportable quality
  2. an artful or simulated semblance under the guise of friendship he betrayed them
  3. pretending with intention to deceive

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for pretence

Word facts

Letters8
Vowels / consonants3 / 5
Scrabble points12
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonLess common

Anagrams of pretence

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters PRETENCE.

Words you can make from pretence

Unscramble PRETENCE for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is pretence a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Pretence 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 pretence worth in Scrabble?

Pretence is worth 12 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does pretence mean?

Pretence means: a false or unsupportable quality.