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ARCTIC

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, adjective

A 1/1
R 1/1
C 3/4
T 1/1
I 1/1
C 3/4

Definition of ARCTIC

noun

A warm waterproof overshoe.

noun

Any of various butterflies of the genus Oeneis.

adjective

(now only in compounds) Pertaining to the celestial north pole, or to the pole star.

adjective

Pertaining to the northern polar region of the planet, characterised by extreme cold and an icy landscape.

adjective

Extremely cold, snowy, or having other properties of extreme winter associated with the Arctic.

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
10
points
WWF
12
points

Is ARCTIC a Scrabble Word?

Yes, ARCTIC is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 10 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 10 pts Words With Friends — 12 pts

Tip: ARCTIC uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for ARCTIC

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter arctic Total
Scrabble 113113 10
WWF 114114 12

How to Use ARCTIC in Word Games

ARCTIC is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, ARCTIC is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble ARCTIC to find 29 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About ARCTIC

What does ARCTIC mean?
ARCTIC is a noun. A warm waterproof overshoe.
Is ARCTIC a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ARCTIC is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 10 points in Scrabble.
How many points is ARCTIC worth in Scrabble?
ARCTIC is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from ARCTIC?
You can make 29 words from the letters in ARCTIC. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.