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PROVOST

/ˈpɹoʊvoʊst/

7 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb

P 3/4
R 1/1
O 1/1
V 4/5
O 1/1
S 1/1
T 1/1

Definition of PROVOST

noun

One placed in charge: a head, a chief, particularly:

noun

A senior deputy, a superintendent, particularly:

noun

A provost cell: a military cell or prison.

verb

(used in passive) To be delivered to a provost marshal for punishment.

Synonyms of PROVOST

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Word Details

Letters
7
Syllables
2
Scrabble
12
points
WWF
14
points

Is PROVOST a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 12 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 12 pts Words With Friends — 14 pts

Bingo alert: Playing all 7 letters of PROVOST earns a 50-point bonus in Scrabble, making it worth up to 62 points total.

Letter Values for PROVOST

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

Letter provost Total
Scrabble 3114111 12
WWF 4115111 14

How to Use PROVOST in Word Games

PROVOST is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Bingo potential: Since PROVOST uses exactly 7 letters, playing it from your full rack earns the 50-point bingo bonus in Scrabble for a total of up to 62 points.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble PROVOST to find 84 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About PROVOST

What does PROVOST mean?
PROVOST is a noun. One placed in charge: a head, a chief, particularly:
Is PROVOST a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, PROVOST is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
How many points is PROVOST worth in Scrabble?
PROVOST is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends. It is a 7-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from PROVOST?
You can make 84 words from the letters in PROVOST. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of PROVOST?
Synonyms of PROVOST include: praetor, prefect, governor, steward, viceroy, mayor. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.