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FAMINE

11 pts

FAMINE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 11 points. FAMINE means "a widespread scarcity of food".

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

a widespread scarcity of food

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Add one letter after FAMINE. Every word is valid in NWL2023 (US).

Shorter words from these letters

Up to 12 highest-scoring shorter words using only the letters in FAMINE, without blank tiles.

Word forms

Letter Values

F4
A1
M3
I1
N1
E1
= 11

FAMINE Scrabble FAQ

Is FAMINE a Scrabble word?
FAMINE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 11 points.
How many points is FAMINE worth in Scrabble?
FAMINE is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept FAMINE?
FAMINE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to FAMINE?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes FAMINES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.