Understatement
Yes, understatement is a valid Scrabble word. It has 14 letters and is worth 17 points in Scrabble.
What does understatement mean?
noun
- a statement that is restrained in ironic contrast to what might have been said
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Word facts
| Letters | 14 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 5 / 9 |
| Scrabble points | 17 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of understatement
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters UNDERSTATEMENT.
Words you can make from understatement
Frequently asked questions
Is understatement a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Understatement 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 understatement worth in Scrabble?
Understatement is worth 17 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does understatement mean?
Understatement means: a statement that is restrained in ironic contrast to what might have been said.