PATRIARCH
/ˈpeɪtɹɪɑːk/
9 letters · 2 syllables · noun
Definition of PATRIARCH
The highest form of bishop, in the ancient world having authority over other bishops in the province but now generally as an honorary title; in Roman Catholicism, considered a bishop second only to the Pope in rank.
In Biblical contexts, a male leader of a family, tribe or ethnic group, especially one of the twelve sons of Jacob (considered to have created the twelve tribes of Israel) or (in plural) Abraham, Isaac and Jacob.
A founder of a political or religious movement, an organization or an enterprise.
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Is PATRIARCH a Scrabble Word?
Yes, PATRIARCH is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: PATRIARCH uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for PATRIARCH
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | p | a | t | r | i | a | r | c | h | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 16 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 17 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in PATRIARCH
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How to Use PATRIARCH in Word Games
PATRIARCH is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 17 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
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