ORDEAL
/ɔɹˈdil/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun
Definition of ORDEAL
A painful or trying experience.
A trial in which the accused was subjected to a dangerous test (such as ducking in water), divine authority deciding the guilt of the accused.
The poisonous ordeal bean or Calabar bean
Word Details
Is ORDEAL a Scrabble Word?
Yes, ORDEAL is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: ORDEAL uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for ORDEAL
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | o | r | d | e | a | l | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 8 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in ORDEAL
100 words from the letters in ORDEAL
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How to Use ORDEAL in Word Games
ORDEAL is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, ORDEAL 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 ORDEAL to find 100 additional valid words.