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HYPERNYM

21 pts

HYPERNYM is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 21 points. HYPERNYM means "a word that denotes a broad category that includes more specific words".

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

a word that denotes a broad category that includes more specific words

In a sentence: "The hypernym is noted."

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Up to 12 highest-scoring shorter words using only the letters in HYPERNYM, without blank tiles.

Letter Values

H4
Y4
P3
E1
R1
N1
Y4
M3
= 21

HYPERNYM Scrabble FAQ

Is HYPERNYM a Scrabble word?
HYPERNYM is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 21 points.
What does HYPERNYM mean?
a word that denotes a broad category that includes more specific words
How do you use HYPERNYM in a sentence?
In a sentence: "The hypernym is noted."
How many points is HYPERNYM worth in Scrabble?
HYPERNYM is worth 21 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept HYPERNYM?
HYPERNYM is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).