MAJOR
/ˈmeɪ.dʒə(ɹ)/
5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb, adjective
Definition of MAJOR
A military rank between captain and lieutenant colonel.
"He used to be a major in the army."
The main area of study of a student working toward a degree at a college or university.
"Midway through his second year of college, he still hadn't chosen a major."
A student at a college or university concentrating on a given area of study.
"She is a math major."
A person of legal age.
To concentrate on a particular area of study as a student in a college or university
"I have decided to major in mathematics."
Of great significance or importance.
Greater in number, quantity, or extent
"the major part of the assembly"
Of full legal age, having attained majority
Examples of MAJOR in a Sentence
- "He used to be a major in the army."
- "Midway through his second year of college, he still hadn't chosen a major."
- "She is a math major."
- "I have decided to major in mathematics."
Word Details
Is MAJOR a Scrabble Word?
Yes, MAJOR is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: MAJOR uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for MAJOR
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | m | a | j | o | r | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 14 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 17 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in MAJOR
24 words from the letters in MAJOR
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use MAJOR in Word Games
MAJOR is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 17 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, MAJOR 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 MAJOR to find 24 additional valid words.