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ETHYLENE

/ˈɛθəˌliːn/

8 letters · 3 syllables · noun

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Definition of ETHYLENE

noun

The common name for the organic chemical compound ethene. The simplest alkene, a colorless gaseous (at room temperature and pressure) hydrocarbon with the chemical formula C2H4.

noun

The divalent radical derived from ethane.

Synonyms of ETHYLENE

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Word Details

Letters
8
Syllables
3
Scrabble
14
points
WWF
14
points

Is ETHYLENE a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 14 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 14 pts Words With Friends — 14 pts

Tip: ETHYLENE uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for ETHYLENE

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

Letter ethylene Total
Scrabble 11441111 14
WWF 11332121 14

How to Use ETHYLENE in Word Games

ETHYLENE is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble ETHYLENE to find 72 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About ETHYLENE

What does ETHYLENE mean?
ETHYLENE is a noun. The common name for the organic chemical compound ethene. The simplest alkene, a colorless gaseous (at room temperature and pressure) hydrocarbon with the chemical formula C2H4.
Is ETHYLENE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ETHYLENE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 14 points in Scrabble.
How many points is ETHYLENE worth in Scrabble?
ETHYLENE is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends. It is a 8-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from ETHYLENE?
You can make 72 words from the letters in ETHYLENE. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of ETHYLENE?
Synonyms of ETHYLENE include: ethene, olefiant gas. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.