How many points is GIANTISM worth in Scrabble?

GIANTISM is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept GIANTISM?

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

Can you add a letter to GIANTISM?

In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes GIANTISMS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

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GIANTISM

11 pts

GIANTISM is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points. GIANTISM is a noun form of gigantism. GIGANTISM means "excessive growth of the entire body, caused by overproduction of growth hormone by the pituitary gland during childhood or adolescence".

Meaning & examples

noun

The quality or state of being gigantic; being of abnormally large size.
A condition where there is over-production of growth hormone by the pituitary gland in a child before the bone growth plates close, resulting in excessive long bone growth, accompanied by muscular weakness and sexual impotence.

Synonyms: giantism, macrosomia

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

GIANTISM is a noun form of gigantism. GIGANTISM means "excessive growth of the entire body, caused by overproduction of growth hormone by the pituitary gland during childhood or adolescence".

In a sentence: "The giantism is noted."

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Base words

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GIGANTISM13 pts

Back hooks

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GIANTISMS12 pts

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Letter Values

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GIANTISM Scrabble FAQ

Is GIANTISM a Scrabble word?: GIANTISM is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points.
What does GIANTISM mean?: GIANTISM is a noun form of gigantism. GIGANTISM means "excessive growth of the entire body, caused by overproduction of growth hormone by the pituitary gland during childhood or adolescence".
How do you use GIANTISM in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The giantism is noted."
How many points is GIANTISM worth in Scrabble?: GIANTISM is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept GIANTISM?: GIANTISM is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to GIANTISM?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes GIANTISMS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.