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METEOR

/ˈmiːtɪɔː/

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb

M 3/4
E 1/1
T 1/1
E 1/1
O 1/1
R 1/1

Definition of METEOR

noun

A fast-moving streak of light in the night sky caused by the entry of extraterrestrial matter into the earth's atmosphere: A shooting star or falling star.

noun

Any atmospheric phenomenon. (Thus the derivation of meteorology.) These were sometimes classified as aerial or airy meteors (winds), aqueous or watery meteors (hydrometeors: clouds, rain, snow, hail, dew, frost), luminous meteors (rainbows and aurora), and igneous or fiery meteors (lightning and shooting stars).

noun

A prop similar to poi balls, in that it is twirled at the end of a cord or cable.

verb

To move at great speed.

Synonyms of METEOR

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Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
9
points

Is METEOR a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 9 pts

Tip: METEOR uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for METEOR

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

Letter meteor Total
Scrabble 311111 8
WWF 411111 9

Anagrams of METEOR

Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters

How to Use METEOR in Word Games

METEOR is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, METEOR 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 METEOR to find 56 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About METEOR

What does METEOR mean?
METEOR is a noun. A fast-moving streak of light in the night sky caused by the entry of extraterrestrial matter into the earth's atmosphere: A shooting star or falling star.
Is METEOR a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, METEOR is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is METEOR worth in Scrabble?
METEOR is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from METEOR?
You can make 56 words from the letters in METEOR. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of METEOR?
Synonyms of METEOR include: falling star, faxed star, shooting star. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of METEOR?
The anagrams of METEOR (words using the exact same letters) are: EMOTER, REMOTE. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.