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Shading

Yes, shading is a valid Scrabble word. It has 7 letters and is worth 12 points in Scrabble.

What does shading mean?

noun

  1. graded markings that indicate light or shaded areas in a drawing or painting
  2. a gradation involving small or imperceptible differences between grades

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for shading

Word facts

Letters7
Vowels / consonants2 / 5
Scrabble points12
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonLess common

Anagrams of shading

Words you can make from shading

Unscramble SHADING for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is shading a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Shading 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 shading worth in Scrabble?

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

What does shading mean?

Shading means: graded markings that indicate light or shaded areas in a drawing or painting.