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INSECTIVOROUS

/ˌɪnsɛkˈtɪv(ə)ɹəs/

13 letters · 5 syllables · adjective

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Definition of INSECTIVOROUS

adjective

Feeding on insects.

adjective

(of a plant) Capable of trapping and absorbing insects; such as the sundew, pitcher plant and Venus flytrap.

Word Details

Letters
13
Syllables
5
Scrabble
18
points
WWF
22
points

Is INSECTIVOROUS a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 18 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 18 pts Words With Friends — 22 pts

Tip: INSECTIVOROUS uses 13 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for INSECTIVOROUS

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

Letter insectivorous Total
Scrabble 1111311411111 18
WWF 1211411511121 22

Words You Can Make With the Letters in INSECTIVOROUS

100 words from the letters in INSECTIVOROUS

How to Use INSECTIVOROUS in Word Games

INSECTIVOROUS is worth 18 points in Scrabble and 22 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

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Frequently Asked Questions About INSECTIVOROUS

What does INSECTIVOROUS mean?
INSECTIVOROUS is a adjective. Feeding on insects.
Is INSECTIVOROUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, INSECTIVOROUS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 18 points in Scrabble.
How many points is INSECTIVOROUS worth in Scrabble?
INSECTIVOROUS is worth 18 points in Scrabble and 22 points in Words With Friends. It is a 13-letter word with 5 syllables.
How many words can you make from INSECTIVOROUS?
You can make 100 words from the letters in INSECTIVOROUS. The longest sub-words are 11 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.