DIVIDEND
/ˈdɪvɪdɛnd/
8 letters · 3 syllables · noun
Definition of DIVIDEND
A number or expression that is to be divided by another.
"In "42 ÷ 3" the dividend is the 42."
A pro rata payment of money by a company to its shareholders, usually made periodically (eg, quarterly or annually).
Beneficial results from a metaphorical investment (of time, effort, etc.)
"His 10,000 hours of practice and recitals eventually paid dividends when he become first-chair violinist."
Examples of DIVIDEND in a Sentence
- "In "42 ÷ 3" the dividend is the 42."
- "His 10,000 hours of practice and recitals eventually paid dividends when he become first-chair violinist."
Word Details
Is DIVIDEND a Scrabble Word?
Yes, DIVIDEND is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: DIVIDEND uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for DIVIDEND
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | d | i | v | i | d | e | n | d | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 14 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 16 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in DIVIDEND
45 words from the letters in DIVIDEND
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How to Use DIVIDEND in Word Games
DIVIDEND is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble DIVIDEND to find 45 additional valid words.