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Sinister

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

What does sinister mean?

adjective

  1. threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments a baleful look
  2. stemming from evil characteristics or forces; wicked or dishonorable black deeds
  3. on or starting from the wearer's left bar sinister

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for sinister

Word facts

Letters8
Vowels / consonants3 / 5
Scrabble points8
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon

Anagrams of sinister

  • insister

Words you can make from sinister

Unscramble SINISTER for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is sinister a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Sinister 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 sinister worth in Scrabble?

Sinister is worth 8 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does sinister mean?

Sinister means: threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments.