EXCRESCENCE
/ɛkˈskɹɛsəns/
11 letters · 3 syllables · noun
Definition of EXCRESCENCE
Something, usually abnormal, which grows out of something else.
A disfiguring or unwanted mark or adjunct.
The epenthesis of a consonant, e.g., warmth as [ˈwɔrmpθ] (adding a [p] between [m] and [θ]), or -t (Etymology 2).
Word Details
Is EXCRESCENCE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, EXCRESCENCE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: EXCRESCENCE uses 11 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for EXCRESCENCE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | e | x | c | r | e | s | c | e | n | c | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 24 |
| WWF | 1 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 28 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in EXCRESCENCE
74 words from the letters in EXCRESCENCE
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How to Use EXCRESCENCE in Word Games
EXCRESCENCE is worth 24 points in Scrabble and 28 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble EXCRESCENCE to find 74 additional valid words.