How many points is HYPERNYMS worth in Scrabble?

HYPERNYMS is worth 22 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept HYPERNYMS?

HYPERNYMS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).

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HYPERNYMS

22 pts

HYPERNYMS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 22 points. HYPERNYMS is a noun form of hypernym. HYPERNYM means "a word that denotes a broad category that includes more specific words".

Meaning & examples

noun

A superordinate word or phrase; a term whose referents form a set which includes as a subset the referents of a subordinate term.
Example: “Musical instrument” is a hypernym of “guitar” because a guitar is a musical instrument.

Synonyms: blanket term, genus, hyperonym, superordinate, superset, umbrella term

Antonyms: hyponym, species, subordinate

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

HYPERNYMS is a noun form of hypernym. HYPERNYM means "a word that denotes a broad category that includes more specific words".

In a sentence: "The hypernyms is noted."

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Base words

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HYPERNYM21 pts

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

Letter Values

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HYPERNYMS Scrabble FAQ

Is HYPERNYMS a Scrabble word?: HYPERNYMS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 22 points.
What does HYPERNYMS mean?: HYPERNYMS is a noun form of hypernym. HYPERNYM means "a word that denotes a broad category that includes more specific words".
How do you use HYPERNYMS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The hypernyms is noted."
How many points is HYPERNYMS worth in Scrabble?: HYPERNYMS is worth 22 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept HYPERNYMS?: HYPERNYMS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).