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Word: MAXIMUM

โœ“ Valid Scrabble Word
M 3 A 1 X 8 I 1 M 3 U 1 M 3
Length 7 letters
Syllables 3
Pronunciation /mรฆหˆksษชmสŒm/
Frequency Uncommon
Scrabble 20 pts
WWF Score 24 pts

๐Ÿ“Š Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown

Vowels 3
Consonants 4
Unique Letters 5
Top Tile X (8 pts)
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Smart Word Insights & Strategy

Tactical Scrabble placement and word difficulty

Linguistic Level Master
Spelling Pitfalls Uses high-scoring consonants. Do not confuse their placement with phonetically similar characters.
Board Strategy This is a Bingo-length word! Playing all 7 letters from your rack gives a huge +50 point bonus. Keep an eye out for layout paths.

Definition of MAXIMUM

noun
  1. The highest limit
  2. The greatest value of a set or other mathematical structure, especially the global maximum or a local maximum of a function
  3. An upper bound of a set which is also an element of that set
adjective
  1. To the highest degree.

    "Use the proper dose for the maximum effect."

Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.

๐Ÿ“œ Word Pattern Notes

While its precise historical etymology is unclear, it conforms to typical English phonetic and structural rules.

๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences

  • โ€ข "Please ensure you spell "maximum" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
  • โ€ข "Understanding the exact meaning of "maximum" can significantly improve your writing style."

๐Ÿ’ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts

Contains the letter "X", one of the rarest and highest scoring tiles in Scrabble, carrying a base value of up to 10 points.

๐ŸŽฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips

Keep this word in mind when holding the high-scoring tiles. Landing the premium consonant on a Double/Triple Letter score increases efficiency.

Dictionary Validity

Dictionary Lexicon Status Base Value
TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) โœ“ Valid 20 pts
SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) โœ“ Valid 20 pts
ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) โœ“ Valid 24 pts

Frequently Asked Questions

Is MAXIMUM a valid Scrabble word? โ–ผ
MAXIMUM is a valid Scrabble word in the North American TWL dictionary, and is valid internationally in the SOWPODS dictionary.
How many points is MAXIMUM worth in Scrabble? โ–ผ
In Scrabble, MAXIMUM is worth 20 points. In Words with Friends, it is worth 24 points.
How many syllables are in MAXIMUM? โ–ผ
There are 3 syllables in MAXIMUM.

๐Ÿ”— Common Phrases & Idioms

Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing MAXIMUM:

  • # the maximum effect
  • # master of maximum
  • # playing with maximum
  • # in terms of maximum

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