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MITOSIS

/maɪˈtoʊsɪs/

7 letters · 3 syllables · noun

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T 1/1
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Definition of MITOSIS

noun

The division of a cell nucleus in which the genome is copied and separated into two identical halves. It is normally followed by cell division.

Synonyms of MITOSIS

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Word Details

Letters
7
Syllables
3
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
10
points

Is MITOSIS a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 9 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 9 pts Words With Friends — 10 pts

Bingo alert: Playing all 7 letters of MITOSIS earns a 50-point bonus in Scrabble, making it worth up to 59 points total.

Letter Values for MITOSIS

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

Letter mitosis Total
Scrabble 3111111 9
WWF 4111111 10

How to Use MITOSIS in Word Games

MITOSIS is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Bingo potential: Since MITOSIS uses exactly 7 letters, playing it from your full rack earns the 50-point bingo bonus in Scrabble for a total of up to 59 points.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble MITOSIS to find 60 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About MITOSIS

What does MITOSIS mean?
MITOSIS is a noun. The division of a cell nucleus in which the genome is copied and separated into two identical halves. It is normally followed by cell division.
Is MITOSIS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, MITOSIS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is MITOSIS worth in Scrabble?
MITOSIS is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends. It is a 7-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from MITOSIS?
You can make 60 words from the letters in MITOSIS. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of MITOSIS?
Synonyms of MITOSIS include: karyokinesis, karyomitosis. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.