Sham
Yes, sham is a valid Scrabble word. It has 4 letters and is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
What does sham mean?
noun
- something that is a counterfeit; not what it seems to be
- a person who makes deceitful pretenses
verb
- make a pretence of
She assumed indifference, even though she was seething with anger
- make believe with the intent to deceive
He feigned that he was ill
adjective
- adopted in order to deceive
an assumed name
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for sham
Word facts
| Letters | 4 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 1 / 3 |
| Scrabble points | 9 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of sham
- mash
- hams
Words you can make from sham
Frequently asked questions
Is sham a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Sham 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 sham worth in Scrabble?
Sham is worth 9 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does sham mean?
Sham means: something that is a counterfeit; not what it seems to be.