INGENUITY
/ˌɪndʒəˈn(j)uːəti/
9 letters · 4 syllables · noun
Definition of INGENUITY
The ability to solve difficult problems, often in original, clever, and inventive ways.
"Ingenuity is one of the characteristics of a beaver."
Ingenuousness; honesty, straightforwardness
Examples of INGENUITY in a Sentence
- "Ingenuity is one of the characteristics of a beaver."
Word Details
Is INGENUITY a Scrabble Word?
Yes, INGENUITY is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: INGENUITY uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for INGENUITY
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | i | n | g | e | n | u | i | t | y | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 13 |
| WWF | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 16 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in INGENUITY
100 words from the letters in INGENUITY
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How to Use INGENUITY in Word Games
INGENUITY is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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