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Residual

Yes, residual is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 9 points in Scrabble.

What does residual mean?

noun

  1. something left after other parts have been taken away there was no remainder
  2. (often plural) a payment that is made to a performer or writer or director of a television show or commercial that is paid for every repeat showing he could retire on his residuals

adjective

  1. relating to or indicating a remainder residual quantity

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for residual

Word facts

Letters8
Vowels / consonants4 / 4
Scrabble points9
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon

Anagrams of residual

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters RESIDUAL.

Words you can make from residual

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Frequently asked questions

Is residual a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Residual 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 residual worth in Scrabble?

Residual is worth 9 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does residual mean?

Residual means: something left after other parts have been taken away.