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PENICILLIN

/ˌpɛnɪˈsɪlɪn/

10 letters · 4 syllables · noun

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Definition of PENICILLIN

noun

Any of a group of narrow-spectrum antibiotics obtained from Penicillium molds or synthesized; they have a beta-lactam structure; most are active against gram-positive bacteria and used in the treatment of various infections and diseases.

Word Details

Letters
10
Syllables
4
Scrabble
14
points
WWF
20
points

Is PENICILLIN a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 14 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 14 pts Words With Friends — 20 pts

Tip: PENICILLIN uses 10 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for PENICILLIN

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

Letter penicillin Total
Scrabble 3111311111 14
WWF 4121412212 20

How to Use PENICILLIN in Word Games

PENICILLIN is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble PENICILLIN to find 70 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About PENICILLIN

What does PENICILLIN mean?
PENICILLIN is a noun. Any of a group of narrow-spectrum antibiotics obtained from Penicillium molds or synthesized; they have a beta-lactam structure; most are active against gram-positive bacteria and used in the treatment of various infections and diseases.
Is PENICILLIN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, PENICILLIN is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 14 points in Scrabble.
How many points is PENICILLIN worth in Scrabble?
PENICILLIN is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends. It is a 10-letter word with 4 syllables.
How many words can you make from PENICILLIN?
You can make 70 words from the letters in PENICILLIN. The longest sub-words are 7 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.