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ATAVISM

12 pts

ATAVISM is a valid Scrabble word in NWL (US). It scores 12 points. ATAVISM means "the reappearance of a genetic characteristic after several generations of absence".

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Extended Definitions

noun

  1. the reappearance of a genetic characteristic after several generations of absence

noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

the reappearance of a genetic characteristic after several generations of absence

Word Forms

Letter Values

A1
T1
A1
V4
I1
S1
M3
= 12

ATAVISM Scrabble FAQ

Is ATAVISM a Scrabble word?
ATAVISM is a valid Scrabble word in NWL (US). It scores 12 points.
How many points is ATAVISM worth in Scrabble?
ATAVISM is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
What does ATAVISM mean?
ATAVISM means "the reappearance of a genetic characteristic after several generations of absence".