GENIUS
/ˈdʒiː.nɪəs/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, adjective
Definition of GENIUS
Someone possessing extraordinary intelligence or skill; especially somebody who has demonstrated this by a creative or original work in science, music, art etc.
"I think that would qualify as not smart, but genius... and a very stable genius at that!"
Extraordinary mental capacity.
Inspiration, a mental leap, an extraordinary creative process.
"a work of genius."
Ingenious, brilliant, very clever, or original.
"What a genius idea!"
Examples of GENIUS in a Sentence
- "I think that would qualify as not smart, but genius... and a very stable genius at that!"
- "a work of genius."
- "What a genius idea!"
Word Details
Is GENIUS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, GENIUS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: GENIUS uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for GENIUS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | g | e | n | i | u | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| WWF | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 10 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in GENIUS
65 words from the letters in GENIUS
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How to Use GENIUS in Word Games
GENIUS is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, GENIUS 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 GENIUS to find 65 additional valid words.