OPAL
/ˈəʊpəl/
4-letter word · 6 Scrabble points · 8 Words With Friends points
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Meaning of OPAL
noun
- A mineral consisting, like quartz, of silica, but inferior to quartz in hardness and specific gravity, of the chemical formula SiO2·nH2O.
- A colloquial name used in molecular biology referring to a particular stop codon sequence, "UGA."
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About the word OPAL
Is "OPAL" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "OPAL" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 6 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "OPAL" worth?
In Scrabble, "OPAL" is worth 6 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 8 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 18.
What does "OPAL" mean?
A mineral consisting, like quartz, of silica, but inferior to quartz in hardness and specific gravity, of the chemical formula SiO2·nH2O.
Does "OPAL" have any anagrams?
No, "OPAL" has no anagrams in the ENABLE dictionary — it's the only word that can be formed from its exact letters.