AGATE

/ˈæ.ɡət/

5-letter word · 6 Scrabble points · 7 Words With Friends points

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Meaning of AGATE

noun
  1. A semi-pellucid, uncrystallized variety of quartz, presenting various tints in the same specimen, with colors delicately arranged in stripes or bands, or blended in clouds.
  2. The size of type between pearl and nonpareil, standardized as 5 1/2-point.
adverb
  1. On the way; agoing.
    "to be agate; to set the bells agate"
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About the word AGATE

Is "AGATE" a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. "AGATE" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 6 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends.

How many points is "AGATE" worth?

In Scrabble, "AGATE" is worth 6 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 7 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 18.

What does "AGATE" mean?

A semi-pellucid, uncrystallized variety of quartz, presenting various tints in the same specimen, with colors delicately arranged in stripes or bands, or blended in clouds.

Does "AGATE" have any anagrams?

No, "AGATE" has no anagrams in the ENABLE dictionary — it's the only word that can be formed from its exact letters.