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EXAMINE

/ɪɡˈzæmɪn/

7 letters · 3 syllables · verb

E 1/1
X 8/8
A 1/1
M 3/4
I 1/1
N 1/2
E 1/1

Definition of EXAMINE

verb

To observe or inspect carefully or critically

"He examined the crime scene for clues."

verb

To check the health or condition of something or someone

"The doctor examined the patient."

verb

To determine the aptitude, skills or qualifications of someone by subjecting them to an examination

Synonyms of EXAMINE

Words with similar meaning

Examples of EXAMINE in a Sentence

  • "He examined the crime scene for clues."
  • "The doctor examined the patient."

Word Details

Letters
7
Syllables
3
Scrabble
16
points
WWF
18
points

Is EXAMINE a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 16 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 16 pts Words With Friends — 18 pts

Bingo alert: Playing all 7 letters of EXAMINE earns a 50-point bonus in Scrabble, making it worth up to 66 points total.

Letter Values for EXAMINE

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

Letter examine Total
Scrabble 1813111 16
WWF 1814121 18

How to Use EXAMINE in Word Games

EXAMINE is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 18 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

Bingo potential: Since EXAMINE uses exactly 7 letters, playing it from your full rack earns the 50-point bingo bonus in Scrabble for a total of up to 66 points.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble EXAMINE to find 69 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About EXAMINE

What does EXAMINE mean?
EXAMINE is a verb. To observe or inspect carefully or critically
Is EXAMINE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, EXAMINE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 16 points in Scrabble.
How many points is EXAMINE worth in Scrabble?
EXAMINE is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 18 points in Words With Friends. It is a 7-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from EXAMINE?
You can make 69 words from the letters in EXAMINE. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of EXAMINE?
Synonyms of EXAMINE include: pore over, undersee. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.