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Subtle

Yes, subtle is a valid Scrabble word. It has 6 letters and is worth 8 points in Scrabble.

What does subtle mean?

adjective

  1. difficult to detect or grasp by the mind or analyze his whole attitude had undergone a subtle change
  2. able to make fine distinctions a subtle mind
  3. working or spreading in a hidden and usually injurious way glaucoma is an insidious disease

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for subtle

Word facts

Letters6
Vowels / consonants2 / 4
Scrabble points8
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon

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Frequently asked questions

Is subtle a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Subtle 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 subtle worth in Scrabble?

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

What does subtle mean?

Subtle means: difficult to detect or grasp by the mind or analyze.