PURPLE
/ˈpɜː(ɹ).pəl/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb, adjective
Definition of PURPLE
A colour/color that is a dark blend of red and blue; dark magenta.
(colour theory) Any non-spectral colour on the line of purples on a colour chromaticity diagram or a colour wheel between violet and red.
Cloth, or a garment, dyed a purple colour; especially, a purple robe, worn as an emblem of rank or authority; specifically, the purple robe or mantle worn by Ancient Roman emperors as the emblem of imperial dignity.
"to put on the imperial purple"
To turn purple in colour.
To dye purple.
To clothe in purple.
Having a colour/color that is a dark blend of red and blue.
Not predominantly red or blue, but having a mixture of Democrat and Republican support, as in purple state, purple city.
Examples of PURPLE in a Sentence
- "to put on the imperial purple"
Word Details
Is PURPLE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, PURPLE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: PURPLE uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for PURPLE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | p | u | r | p | l | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| WWF | 4 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 14 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in PURPLE
34 words from the letters in PURPLE
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How to Use PURPLE in Word Games
PURPLE is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, PURPLE 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 PURPLE to find 34 additional valid words.