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ONSETS

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb

O 1/1
N 1/2
S 1/1
E 1/1
T 1/1
S 1/1

Definition of ONSETS

noun

An attack; an assault especially of an army.

noun

The initial phase of a disease or condition, in which symptoms first become apparent.

"the onset of schizophrenia"

noun

The initial portion of a syllable, preceding the syllable nucleus.

verb

To assault; to set upon.

verb

To set about; to begin.

Synonyms of ONSETS

Words with similar meaning

Antonyms of ONSETS

Words with opposite meaning

Examples of ONSETS in a Sentence

  • "the onset of schizophrenia"

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
6
points
WWF
7
points

Is ONSETS a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 6 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 6 pts Words With Friends — 7 pts

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

Letter Values for ONSETS

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

Letter onsets Total
Scrabble 111111 6
WWF 121111 7

Anagrams of ONSETS

Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters

How to Use ONSETS in Word Games

ONSETS is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, ONSETS 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 ONSETS to find 76 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About ONSETS

What does ONSETS mean?
ONSETS is a noun. An attack; an assault especially of an army.
Is ONSETS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ONSETS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 6 points in Scrabble.
How many points is ONSETS worth in Scrabble?
ONSETS is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from ONSETS?
You can make 76 words from the letters in ONSETS. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of ONSETS?
Synonyms of ONSETS include: beginning, start, storming. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of ONSETS?
The anagrams of ONSETS (words using the exact same letters) are: SESTON, SETONS, STENOS, STONES. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.