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UNDERCURRENT

/ˈʌndəkʌɹ(ə)nt/

12 letters · 4 syllables · noun, verb

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N 1/2
D 2/2
E 1/1
R 1/1
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Definition of UNDERCURRENT

noun

A current of water which flows under the surface, and often in a different direction from surface currents.

noun

A tendency of feeling or opinion that is concealed rather than exposed.

"The meeting was pervaded with an undercurrent of dread, as the managers tried not to admit that firings were looming."

verb

To flow under some surface.

Synonyms of UNDERCURRENT

Words with similar meaning

Examples of UNDERCURRENT in a Sentence

  • "The meeting was pervaded with an undercurrent of dread, as the managers tried not to admit that firings were looming."

Word Details

Letters
12
Syllables
4
Scrabble
15
points
WWF
20
points

Is UNDERCURRENT a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 15 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 15 pts Words With Friends — 20 pts

Tip: UNDERCURRENT uses 12 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for UNDERCURRENT

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

Letter undercurrent Total
Scrabble 112113111111 15
WWF 222114211121 20

Words You Can Make With the Letters in UNDERCURRENT

100 words from the letters in UNDERCURRENT

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How to Use UNDERCURRENT in Word Games

UNDERCURRENT is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

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Frequently Asked Questions About UNDERCURRENT

What does UNDERCURRENT mean?
UNDERCURRENT is a noun. A current of water which flows under the surface, and often in a different direction from surface currents.
Is UNDERCURRENT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, UNDERCURRENT is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 15 points in Scrabble.
How many points is UNDERCURRENT worth in Scrabble?
UNDERCURRENT is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends. It is a 12-letter word with 4 syllables.
How many words can you make from UNDERCURRENT?
You can make 100 words from the letters in UNDERCURRENT. The longest sub-words are 10 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of UNDERCURRENT?
Synonyms of UNDERCURRENT include: subcurrent, subtext. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.