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TENURE

/ˈtɛn.jə/

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb

T 1/1
E 1/1
N 1/2
U 1/2
R 1/1
E 1/1

Definition of TENURE

noun

A status of possessing a thing or an office; an incumbency.

noun

A period of time during which something is possessed.

noun

A status of having a permanent post with enhanced job security within an academic institution.

verb

To grant tenure, the status of having a permanent academic position, to (someone).

Synonyms of TENURE

Words with similar meaning

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
6
points
WWF
8
points

Is TENURE a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 6 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 6 pts Words With Friends — 8 pts

Tip: TENURE uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for TENURE

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

Letter tenure Total
Scrabble 111111 6
WWF 112211 8

Anagrams of TENURE

Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters

How to Use TENURE in Word Games

TENURE is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, TENURE 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 TENURE to find 59 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About TENURE

What does TENURE mean?
TENURE is a noun. A status of possessing a thing or an office; an incumbency.
Is TENURE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, TENURE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 6 points in Scrabble.
How many points is TENURE worth in Scrabble?
TENURE is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from TENURE?
You can make 59 words from the letters in TENURE. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of TENURE?
Synonyms of TENURE include: incumbency. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of TENURE?
The anagrams of TENURE (words using the exact same letters) are: NEUTER, RETUNE, TUREEN. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.