Private has 23 synonyms including close, individual, privy. Opposite words include public. This page lists all similar and related words with Scrabble and Words With Friends point values.
Each word shows its Scrabble point value. Click any synonym to see its own synonyms and related words.
Words associated with private by meaning or context.
Private contains 7 letters: 3 vowels (I, A, E) and 4 consonants (P, R, V, T). Here is the frequency breakdown:
Private scores 12 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends. High-value letters: V (4 pts). As a 7-letter word, private can help clear tiles from your rack for bonus points. With 3 vowels and 4 consonants, this word has a consonant-heavy letter distribution.
Highest-scoring synonyms you can use instead:
| Word | Scrabble | WWF | Letters |
|---|---|---|---|
| cliquish | 22 | 24 | 8 |
| sequestered | 21 | 22 | 11 |
| confidential | 18 | 22 | 12 |
| backstage | 18 | 21 | 9 |
| individual | 15 | 19 | 10 |
The most common synonyms for private are close, individual, privy, sequestered, personal. In total, there are 23 words with similar meaning listed on this page.
Common antonyms of private include public.
Yes, private is a valid Scrabble word worth 12 points. In Words With Friends, it scores 14 points.
Private has 7 letters: 3 vowels (I, A, E) and 4 consonants (P, R, V, T).