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INTERROGATIVE

/ˌɪn.təˈɹɒ.ɡə.tɪv/

13 letters · 5 syllables · noun, adjective

I 1/1
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T 1/1
E 1/1
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R 1/1
O 1/1
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Definition of INTERROGATIVE

noun

(grammar) A word (pronoun, pronominal adjective, or adverb) implying interrogation, or used for asking a question: why, who, when, etc.

noun

A question; an interrogation.

adjective

(grammar) Asking or denoting a question: as, an interrogative phrase, pronoun, or point.

adjective

Pertaining to inquiry; questioning

"He took on an interrogative tone of voice."

noun

The punctuation mark "?", used at the end of a sentence to indicate a question.

noun

A state of doubt or uncertainty.

"There’s a question mark over whether or not he’ll be fit for the next game."

noun

An enigmatic, inscrutable, or mysterious person or thing; an enigma, a riddle.

Examples of INTERROGATIVE in a Sentence

  • "He took on an interrogative tone of voice."
  • "There’s a question mark over whether or not he’ll be fit for the next game."

Word Details

Letters
13
Syllables
5
Scrabble
17
points
WWF
20
points

Is INTERROGATIVE a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 17 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 17 pts Words With Friends — 20 pts

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

Letter Values for INTERROGATIVE

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

Letter interrogative Total
Scrabble 1111111211141 17
WWF 1211111311151 20

Words You Can Make With the Letters in INTERROGATIVE

100 words from the letters in INTERROGATIVE

How to Use INTERROGATIVE in Word Games

INTERROGATIVE is worth 17 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

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Frequently Asked Questions About INTERROGATIVE

What does INTERROGATIVE mean?
INTERROGATIVE is a noun. (grammar) A word (pronoun, pronominal adjective, or adverb) implying interrogation, or used for asking a question: why, who, when, etc.
Is INTERROGATIVE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, INTERROGATIVE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 17 points in Scrabble.
How many points is INTERROGATIVE worth in Scrabble?
INTERROGATIVE is worth 17 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends. It is a 13-letter word with 5 syllables.
How many words can you make from INTERROGATIVE?
You can make 100 words from the letters in INTERROGATIVE. The longest sub-words are 12 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of INTERROGATIVE?
Synonyms of INTERROGATIVE include: question mark, examining, inquiring, investigative, eroteme, interrogation mark. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.