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PERIPHRASTIC

21 pts

PERIPHRASTIC is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 21 points. PERIPHRASTIC means "of or like periphrasis, the use of longer phrasing in place of shorter form of expression".

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adjective

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Definition and meaning

of or like periphrasis, the use of longer phrasing in place of shorter form of expression

In a sentence: "It is periphrastic."

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Letter Values

P3
E1
R1
I1
P3
H4
R1
A1
S1
T1
I1
C3
= 21

PERIPHRASTIC Scrabble FAQ

Is PERIPHRASTIC a Scrabble word?
PERIPHRASTIC is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 21 points.
What does PERIPHRASTIC mean?
of or like periphrasis, the use of longer phrasing in place of shorter form of expression
How do you use PERIPHRASTIC in a sentence?
In a sentence: "It is periphrastic."
How many points is PERIPHRASTIC worth in Scrabble?
PERIPHRASTIC is worth 21 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PERIPHRASTIC?
PERIPHRASTIC is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).