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ONYXES

6 letters · 3 syllables · noun

O 1/1
N 1/2
Y 4/3
X 8/8
E 1/1
S 1/1

Definition of ONYXES

noun

A banded variety of chalcedony, a cryptocrystalline form of quartz.

noun

A jet-black color, named after the gemstone.

noun

Any of various lycaenid butterflies of the genus Horaga.

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
3
Scrabble
16
points
WWF
16
points

Is ONYXES a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 16 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 16 pts Words With Friends — 16 pts

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

Letter Values for ONYXES

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

Letter onyxes Total
Scrabble 114811 16
WWF 123811 16

How to Use ONYXES in Word Games

ONYXES is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, ONYXES 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 ONYXES to find 65 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About ONYXES

What does ONYXES mean?
ONYXES is a noun. A banded variety of chalcedony, a cryptocrystalline form of quartz.
Is ONYXES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ONYXES is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 16 points in Scrabble.
How many points is ONYXES worth in Scrabble?
ONYXES is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from ONYXES?
You can make 65 words from the letters in ONYXES. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.