EUREKA
/juˈɹikə/
6 letters · 3 syllables · noun, interjection
Definition of EUREKA
An alloy of copper and nickel whose resistivity is constant over a wide temperature range
An exclamation indicating sudden discovery.
"1821: Eureka! I have found it! What I mean / To say is, not that love is idleness, / But that in love such idleness has been / An accessory, as I have cause to guess. — Byron, Don Juan, 1821"
Examples of EUREKA in a Sentence
- "1821: Eureka! I have found it! What I mean / To say is, not that love is idleness, / But that in love such idleness has been / An accessory, as I have cause to guess. — Byron, Don Juan, 1821"
Word Details
Is EUREKA a Scrabble Word?
Yes, EUREKA is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: EUREKA uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for EUREKA
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | e | u | r | e | k | a | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 10 |
| WWF | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 11 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in EUREKA
32 words from the letters in EUREKA
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How to Use EUREKA in Word Games
EUREKA is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, EUREKA is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble EUREKA to find 32 additional valid words.