Synthetic
Yes, synthetic is a valid Scrabble word. It has 9 letters and is worth 17 points in Scrabble.
What does synthetic mean?
noun
- a compound made artificially by chemical reactions
adjective
- not of natural origin; prepared or made artificially
man-made fibers
- involving or of the nature of synthesis (combining separate elements to form a coherent whole) as opposed to analysis
limnology is essentially a synthetic science composed of elements...that extend well beyond the limits of biology
- systematic combining of root and modifying elements into single words
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for synthetic
Word facts
| Letters | 9 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 2 / 7 |
| Scrabble points | 17 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Common |
Anagrams of synthetic
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters SYNTHETIC.
Words you can make from synthetic
Frequently asked questions
Is synthetic a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Synthetic 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 synthetic worth in Scrabble?
Synthetic is worth 17 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does synthetic mean?
Synthetic means: a compound made artificially by chemical reactions.