Pretentious
Yes, pretentious is a valid Scrabble word. It has 11 letters and is worth 13 points in Scrabble.
What does pretentious mean?
adjective
- making claim to or creating an appearance of (often undeserved) importance or distinction
a pretentious country house
- intended to attract notice and impress others
an ostentatious sable coat
- (of a display) tawdry or vulgar
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for pretentious
Word facts
| Letters | 11 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 5 / 6 |
| Scrabble points | 13 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of pretentious
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters PRETENTIOUS.
Words you can make from pretentious
Frequently asked questions
Is pretentious a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Pretentious 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 pretentious worth in Scrabble?
Pretentious is worth 13 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does pretentious mean?
Pretentious means: making claim to or creating an appearance of (often undeserved) importance or distinction.