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VEXATIOUS

9-letter adjective • 19 Scrabble points • 21 WWF points

v4
e1
x8
a1
t1
i1
o1
u1
s1
9
Letters
5
Vowels
4
Consonants
19
Scrabble
21
WWF
0
Anagrams

Definition of VEXATIOUS

VEXATIOUS is a valid 9-letter English adjective recognized in major word game dictionaries including the Official Scrabble Players Dictionary (OSPD) and the Tournament Word List (TWL). This word scores 19 points in Scrabble and 21 points in Words With Friends, placing it among the higher-scoring 9-letter words available to players. The word contains 5 vowels and 4 consonants. The vowel-heavy composition makes VEXATIOUS particularly useful when you need to use up excess vowels from your rack.

Word Properties

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Part of Speech
Adjective
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Syllables
3 syllables
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Difficulty
Moderate (4/10)
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Unique Letters
9 of 9 letters

VEXATIOUS has a word difficulty rating of 4 out of 10, categorized as "Moderate." This rating is calculated based on the rarity of its component letters in everyday English usage. It uses a mix of common and less-common letters, making it a moderate challenge for word game players.

Letter Analysis

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The 9 letters in VEXATIOUS break down into 5 vowels and 4 consonants. Every letter in VEXATIOUS appears exactly once, meaning you need 9 different tiles to play this word. The highest-value Scrabble tile in VEXATIOUS is X, worth 8 points. Approximately 67% of the letters in VEXATIOUS are among the nine most common letters in English (E, T, A, O, I, N, S, H, R).

Words That Rhyme With VEXATIOUS

These words share a similar ending pattern with VEXATIOUS, ending in -OUS. Rhyming words are useful for poetry, song lyrics, word games, and creative writing. They can also help you discover words with similar letter patterns.

Using VEXATIOUS in Word Games

Scrabble Strategy

VEXATIOUS is worth 19 base points in Scrabble. This is a high-value word that can significantly impact the game. Aim to place it on a Double Word Score (DWS) for 38 points or a Triple Word Score (TWS) for an impressive 57 points. Position the highest-value letter (X = 8 points) on a Double Letter Score (DLS) or Triple Letter Score (TLS) before applying the word multiplier for maximum impact.

Words With Friends Tips

In Words With Friends, VEXATIOUS scores 21 points. Interestingly, this word scores 2 points more in WWF than in Scrabble due to different tile point values. Take advantage of this difference when playing Words With Friends. The Words With Friends board has a different layout of premium squares compared to Scrabble, so look for TW (Triple Word) and TL (Triple Letter) squares specific to the WWF board.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is VEXATIOUS a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, VEXATIOUS is a valid word in both Scrabble and Words With Friends. In Scrabble, VEXATIOUS is worth 19 points, making it a high-scoring play. In Words With Friends, it earns 21 points due to slightly different tile values.

How many letters are in VEXATIOUS?

VEXATIOUS contains 9 letters total: 5 vowels and 4 consonants. It uses 9 unique letters, each appearing exactly once.

How many syllables does VEXATIOUS have?

VEXATIOUS has approximately 3 syllables. Knowing the syllable count helps with pronunciation and can be useful for poetry, word games, and language learning.

What words rhyme with VEXATIOUS?

Words that share a similar ending sound with VEXATIOUS include: AZYMOUS, AZYGOUS, ZINCOUS, CHYMOUS, JUNCOUS. These words end with the same letter pattern, making them useful for word games, poetry, and creative writing.

What words can you make from the letters in VEXATIOUS?

You can unscramble the letters in VEXATIOUS to find many shorter words and rearrangements. Visit our dedicated unscramble page for VEXATIOUS to see every possible word you can create from these 9 letters, complete with Scrabble and Words With Friends scores.

Related 9-Letter Words

These 9-letter words share a similar beginning with VEXATIOUS, starting with VE. Exploring related words can expand your vocabulary and give you more options during word games.

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