Word Unscrambler Logo unscramble.

SELECTIVE

/səˈlɛktɪv/

9 letters · 3 syllables · adjective

S 1/1
E 1/1
L 1/2
E 1/1
C 3/4
T 1/1
I 1/1
V 4/5
E 1/1

Definition of SELECTIVE

adjective

Of or relating to the process of selection.

adjective

Of or relating to natural selection.

"selective pressure"

adjective

(of a person) choosy, fussy or discriminating when selecting.

"He's very selective and spent hours in the store choosing a new shirt."

Examples of SELECTIVE in a Sentence

  • "selective pressure"
  • "He's very selective and spent hours in the store choosing a new shirt."

Word Details

Letters
9
Syllables
3
Scrabble
14
points
WWF
17
points

Is SELECTIVE a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 14 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 14 pts Words With Friends — 17 pts

Tip: SELECTIVE uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for SELECTIVE

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

Letter selective Total
Scrabble 111131141 14
WWF 112141151 17

Anagrams of SELECTIVE

Words made by rearranging the exact same 9 letters

Words You Can Make With the Letters in SELECTIVE

100 words from the letters in SELECTIVE

How to Use SELECTIVE in Word Games

SELECTIVE is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 17 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble SELECTIVE to find 100 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About SELECTIVE

What does SELECTIVE mean?
SELECTIVE is a adjective. Of or relating to the process of selection.
Is SELECTIVE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, SELECTIVE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 14 points in Scrabble.
How many points is SELECTIVE worth in Scrabble?
SELECTIVE is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 17 points in Words With Friends. It is a 9-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from SELECTIVE?
You can make 100 words from the letters in SELECTIVE. The longest sub-words are 9 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of SELECTIVE?
The anagrams of SELECTIVE (words using the exact same letters) are: CLEVEITES, ELECTIVES. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.