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Rearward

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

What does rearward mean?

noun

  1. direction toward the rear his outfit marched to the rearward of the tank divisions

adjective

  1. located in or toward the back or rear the chair's rear legs
  2. directed or moving toward the rear a rearward glance

adverb

  1. at or to or toward the back or rear he moved back

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for rearward

Word facts

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

Anagrams of rearward

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters REARWARD.

Words you can make from rearward

Unscramble REARWARD for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is rearward a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Rearward 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 rearward worth in Scrabble?

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

What does rearward mean?

Rearward means: direction toward the rear.