CHIAROSCURO
/ˌkjɒɹəˈskuɹoʊ/
11 letters · 4 syllables · noun, adjective
Definition of CHIAROSCURO
An artistic technique developed during the Renaissance, referring to the use of exaggerated light contrasts in order to create the illusion of volume.
A monochrome picture made by using several different shades of the same color.
The use of blocks of wood of different colors in a woodcut.
Possessing the qualities of a work of chiaroscuro.
Word Details
Is CHIAROSCURO a Scrabble Word?
Yes, CHIAROSCURO is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: CHIAROSCURO uses 11 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for CHIAROSCURO
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | c | h | i | a | r | o | s | c | u | r | o | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 18 |
| WWF | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 20 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in CHIAROSCURO
100 words from the letters in CHIAROSCURO
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How to Use CHIAROSCURO in Word Games
CHIAROSCURO is worth 18 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
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