GERONTOLOGY
11 letters · 5 syllables · noun
Definition of GERONTOLOGY
The study of the elderly, and of the aging process itself.
The branch of science that deals with the problems of aged people. It is to be distinguished from geriatrics, which is the study of the diseases of the elderly. Gerontology covers the social, psychological and biological aspects of aging.
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Is GERONTOLOGY a Scrabble Word?
Yes, GERONTOLOGY is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: GERONTOLOGY uses 11 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for GERONTOLOGY
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | g | e | r | o | n | t | o | l | o | g | y | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 16 |
| WWF | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 19 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in GERONTOLOGY
100 words from the letters in GERONTOLOGY
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How to Use GERONTOLOGY in Word Games
GERONTOLOGY is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 19 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
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