EMBOLISM
8 letters · 3 syllables · noun
Definition of EMBOLISM
An obstruction or occlusion of an artery by an embolus, that is by a blood clot, air bubble or other matter that has been transported by the blood stream.
The insertion or intercalation of days into the calendar in order to correct the error arising from the difference between the civil year and the solar year.
An intercalated prayer for deliverance from evil coming after the Lord's Prayer.
Word Details
Is EMBOLISM a Scrabble Word?
Yes, EMBOLISM is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: EMBOLISM uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for EMBOLISM
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | e | m | b | o | l | i | s | m | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 14 |
| WWF | 1 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 18 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in EMBOLISM
100 words from the letters in EMBOLISM
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How to Use EMBOLISM in Word Games
EMBOLISM is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 18 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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