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ENCOUNTERS

10 letters · 3 syllables · noun, verb

E 1/1
N 1/2
C 3/4
O 1/1
U 1/2
N 1/2
T 1/1
E 1/1
R 1/1
S 1/1

Definition of ENCOUNTERS

noun

A meeting, especially one that is unplanned or unexpected.

"Their encounter was a matter of chance."

noun

A hostile, often violent meeting; a confrontation, skirmish, or clash, as between combatants.

noun

A match between two opposing sides.

verb

To meet (someone) or find (something), especially unexpectedly.

verb

To confront (someone or something) face to face.

verb

To engage in conflict, as with an enemy.

"Three armies encountered at Waterloo."

Synonyms of ENCOUNTERS

Words with similar meaning

Examples of ENCOUNTERS in a Sentence

  • "Their encounter was a matter of chance."
  • "Three armies encountered at Waterloo."

Word Details

Letters
10
Syllables
3
Scrabble
12
points
WWF
16
points

Is ENCOUNTERS a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 12 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 12 pts Words With Friends — 16 pts

Tip: ENCOUNTERS uses 10 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for ENCOUNTERS

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

Letter encounters Total
Scrabble 1131111111 12
WWF 1241221111 16

Words You Can Make With the Letters in ENCOUNTERS

100 words from the letters in ENCOUNTERS

How to Use ENCOUNTERS in Word Games

ENCOUNTERS is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About ENCOUNTERS

What does ENCOUNTERS mean?
ENCOUNTERS is a noun. A meeting, especially one that is unplanned or unexpected.
Is ENCOUNTERS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ENCOUNTERS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
How many points is ENCOUNTERS worth in Scrabble?
ENCOUNTERS is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends. It is a 10-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from ENCOUNTERS?
You can make 100 words from the letters in ENCOUNTERS. The longest sub-words are 9 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of ENCOUNTERS?
Synonyms of ENCOUNTERS include: brush, clash, confrontation, skirmish. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.