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BUTTRESS

/ˈbʌtɹəs/

8 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb

B 3/4
U 1/2
T 1/1
T 1/1
R 1/1
E 1/1
S 1/1
S 1/1

Definition of BUTTRESS

noun

A brick or stone structure built against another structure to support it.

noun

Anything that serves to support something; a prop.

noun

A buttress-root.

verb

To support something physically with, or as if with, a prop or buttress.

verb

(by extension) To support something or someone by supplying evidence; to corroborate or substantiate.

Synonyms of BUTTRESS

Words with similar meaning

Word Details

Letters
8
Syllables
2
Scrabble
10
points
WWF
12
points

Is BUTTRESS a Scrabble Word?

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

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

Tip: BUTTRESS uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for BUTTRESS

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

Letter buttress Total
Scrabble 31111111 10
WWF 42111111 12

Words You Can Make With the Letters in BUTTRESS

100 words from the letters in BUTTRESS

How to Use BUTTRESS in Word Games

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

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Frequently Asked Questions About BUTTRESS

What does BUTTRESS mean?
BUTTRESS is a noun. A brick or stone structure built against another structure to support it.
Is BUTTRESS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, BUTTRESS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 10 points in Scrabble.
How many points is BUTTRESS worth in Scrabble?
BUTTRESS is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends. It is a 8-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from BUTTRESS?
You can make 100 words from the letters in BUTTRESS. The longest sub-words are 7 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of BUTTRESS?
Synonyms of BUTTRESS include: brace, counterfort. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.