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ESSENCE

/ˈɛsəns/

7 letters · 2 syllables · noun

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Definition of ESSENCE

noun

The inherent nature of a thing or idea.

noun

The true nature of anything, not accidental or illusory.

noun

Constituent substance.

Synonyms of ESSENCE

Words with similar meaning

Word Details

Letters
7
Syllables
2
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
11
points

Is ESSENCE a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 9 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 9 pts Words With Friends — 11 pts

Bingo alert: Playing all 7 letters of ESSENCE earns a 50-point bonus in Scrabble, making it worth up to 59 points total.

Letter Values for ESSENCE

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

Letter essence Total
Scrabble 1111131 9
WWF 1111241 11

Anagrams of ESSENCE

Words made by rearranging the exact same 7 letters

How to Use ESSENCE in Word Games

ESSENCE is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Bingo potential: Since ESSENCE uses exactly 7 letters, playing it from your full rack earns the 50-point bingo bonus in Scrabble for a total of up to 59 points.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble ESSENCE to find 43 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About ESSENCE

What does ESSENCE mean?
ESSENCE is a noun. The inherent nature of a thing or idea.
Is ESSENCE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ESSENCE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is ESSENCE worth in Scrabble?
ESSENCE is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends. It is a 7-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from ESSENCE?
You can make 43 words from the letters in ESSENCE. The longest sub-words are 7 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of ESSENCE?
Synonyms of ESSENCE include: aroma, bouquet, quintessence, whatness, crux, gist. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of ESSENCE?
The anagrams of ESSENCE (words using the exact same letters) are: SENESCE. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.