Word Unscrambler Logo unscramble.

DORMANT

/ˈdɔːmənt/

7 letters · 2 syllables · noun, adjective

D 2/2
O 1/1
R 1/1
M 3/4
A 1/1
N 1/2
T 1/1

Definition of DORMANT

noun

A crossbeam or joist.

adjective

Inactive, sleeping, asleep, suspended.

"Grass goes dormant during the winter, waiting for spring before it grows again."

adjective

In a sleeping posture; distinguished from couchant.

"a lion dormant"

adjective

Leaning.

Synonyms of DORMANT

Words with similar meaning

Antonyms of DORMANT

Words with opposite meaning

Examples of DORMANT in a Sentence

  • "Grass goes dormant during the winter, waiting for spring before it grows again."
  • "a lion dormant"

Word Details

Letters
7
Syllables
2
Scrabble
10
points
WWF
12
points

Is DORMANT a Scrabble Word?

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

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

Bingo alert: Playing all 7 letters of DORMANT earns a 50-point bonus in Scrabble, making it worth up to 60 points total.

Letter Values for DORMANT

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

Letter dormant Total
Scrabble 2113111 10
WWF 2114121 12

Anagrams of DORMANT

Words made by rearranging the exact same 7 letters

Words You Can Make With the Letters in DORMANT

100 words from the letters in DORMANT

How to Use DORMANT in Word Games

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

Bingo potential: Since DORMANT uses exactly 7 letters, playing it from your full rack earns the 50-point bingo bonus in Scrabble for a total of up to 60 points.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble DORMANT to find 100 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About DORMANT

What does DORMANT mean?
DORMANT is a noun. A crossbeam or joist.
Is DORMANT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, DORMANT is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 10 points in Scrabble.
How many points is DORMANT worth in Scrabble?
DORMANT is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends. It is a 7-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from DORMANT?
You can make 100 words from the letters in DORMANT. The longest sub-words are 7 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of DORMANT?
Synonyms of DORMANT include: quiescent. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of DORMANT?
The anagrams of DORMANT (words using the exact same letters) are: MORDANT. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.