BODHISATTVA
/boʊ̯diːˈsɑtvə/
11 letters · 4 syllables · noun
Definition of BODHISATTVA
A person who has taken specific lay or monastic vows and who is on the road to perfect knowledge; specifically, one who foregoes personal nirvana in order to help others achieve enlightenment.
An enlightened being existing in a form of existence beyond the ordinary forms of physical reality understood and acknowledged by scientific thought, resembling the Western notion of angels, but with a wealth of its own nuances and expectations. These include the compassionate working for enlightenment of all sentient beings.
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Is BODHISATTVA a Scrabble Word?
Yes, BODHISATTVA is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: BODHISATTVA uses 11 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for BODHISATTVA
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | b | o | d | h | i | s | a | t | t | v | a | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 20 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 21 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in BODHISATTVA
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How to Use BODHISATTVA in Word Games
BODHISATTVA is worth 20 points in Scrabble and 21 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
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