Purposive
Yes, purposive is a valid Scrabble word. It has 9 letters and is worth 16 points in Scrabble.
What does purposive mean?
adjective
- having or showing or acting with a purpose or design
purposive behavior
- having a purpose
purposive behavior
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Word facts
| Letters | 9 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 4 / 5 |
| Scrabble points | 16 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Rare |
Anagrams of purposive
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters PURPOSIVE.
Words you can make from purposive
Frequently asked questions
Is purposive a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Purposive 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 purposive worth in Scrabble?
Purposive is worth 16 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does purposive mean?
Purposive means: having or showing or acting with a purpose or design.