Word Unscrambler Logo unscramble.

EXPLORE

/ɪkˈsplɔː/

7 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb

E 1/1
X 8/8
P 3/4
L 1/2
O 1/1
R 1/1
E 1/1

Definition of EXPLORE

noun

An exploration; a tour of a place to see what it is like.

verb

To seek for something or after someone.

verb

To examine or investigate something systematically.

"The committee has been exploring alternative solutions to the problem at hand."

verb

To travel somewhere in search of discovery.

"It was around that time that the expedition began exploring the Arctic Circle."

Synonyms of EXPLORE

Words with similar meaning

Examples of EXPLORE in a Sentence

  • "The committee has been exploring alternative solutions to the problem at hand."
  • "It was around that time that the expedition began exploring the Arctic Circle."

Word Details

Letters
7
Syllables
2
Scrabble
16
points
WWF
18
points

Is EXPLORE a Scrabble Word?

Yes, EXPLORE 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 EXPLORE earns a 50-point bonus in Scrabble, making it worth up to 66 points total.

Letter Values for EXPLORE

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

Letter explore Total
Scrabble 1831111 16
WWF 1842111 18

How to Use EXPLORE in Word Games

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

Bingo potential: Since EXPLORE 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 EXPLORE to find 66 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About EXPLORE

What does EXPLORE mean?
EXPLORE is a noun. An exploration; a tour of a place to see what it is like.
Is EXPLORE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, EXPLORE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 16 points in Scrabble.
How many points is EXPLORE worth in Scrabble?
EXPLORE is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 18 points in Words With Friends. It is a 7-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from EXPLORE?
You can make 66 words from the letters in EXPLORE. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of EXPLORE?
Synonyms of EXPLORE include: delve, research. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.