NEPENTHES
/nɪˈpɛnθiːz/
9 letters · 3 syllables · noun
Definition of NEPENTHES
A drug mentioned in Homer's Odyssey (c. 8th century B.C.E.) as bringing relief from anxiety or grief; hence, any drug or substance seen as bringing welcome forgetfulness or relief.
A Southeast Asian carnivorous plant of the genus Nepenthes; a monkey cup or tropical pitcher plant.
A drug mentioned in Homer's Odyssey (c. 8th century B.C.E.) as bringing relief from anxiety or grief; hence, any drug or substance seen as bringing welcome forgetfulness or relief.
A Southeast Asian carnivorous plant of the genus Nepenthes; a monkey cup or tropical pitcher plant.
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Is NEPENTHES a Scrabble Word?
Yes, NEPENTHES is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: NEPENTHES uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for NEPENTHES
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | n | e | p | e | n | t | h | e | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 14 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 16 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in NEPENTHES
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How to Use NEPENTHES in Word Games
NEPENTHES is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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