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FACTOID

/ˈfæktɔɪd/

7 letters · 2 syllables · noun

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Definition of FACTOID

noun

An inaccurate statement or statistic believed to be true because of broad repetition, especially if cited in the media.

noun

(originally North America) An interesting item of trivia; a minor fact.

Synonyms of FACTOID

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Word Details

Letters
7
Syllables
2
Scrabble
13
points
WWF
14
points

Is FACTOID a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 13 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 13 pts Words With Friends — 14 pts

Bingo alert: Playing all 7 letters of FACTOID earns a 50-point bonus in Scrabble, making it worth up to 63 points total.

Letter Values for FACTOID

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

Letter factoid Total
Scrabble 4131112 13
WWF 4141112 14

How to Use FACTOID in Word Games

FACTOID is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Bingo potential: Since FACTOID uses exactly 7 letters, playing it from your full rack earns the 50-point bingo bonus in Scrabble for a total of up to 63 points.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble FACTOID to find 83 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About FACTOID

What does FACTOID mean?
FACTOID is a noun. An inaccurate statement or statistic believed to be true because of broad repetition, especially if cited in the media.
Is FACTOID a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, FACTOID is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 13 points in Scrabble.
How many points is FACTOID worth in Scrabble?
FACTOID is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends. It is a 7-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from FACTOID?
You can make 83 words from the letters in FACTOID. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of FACTOID?
Synonyms of FACTOID include: factlet, misconception. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.