Starting With ROOT

14 words · highest scoring is rootworm at 13 points

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About 8 Letter Words Starting With ROOT

There are 14 eight letter words starting with ROOT in our dictionary. The highest scoring is rootworm at 13 points, counting tile values before any double or triple squares.

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8 Letter Words Starting With ROOT Defined

rootwormNoun · 13 points
an insect larva that feeds on the roots of plants
rootedlyAdverb · 12 points
In a rooted or firmly established manner.
rootkitsNoun · 12 points
a set of software tools that enable an unauthorized user to gain control of a computer system without being detected
rootlessAdjective · 8 points
(of a plant) not having roots

8 Letter Words Starting With ROOT: Questions

How many eight letter words starting with ROOT are there?

There are 14 eight letter words starting with ROOT in our dictionary, though they are all uncommon words rather than everyday vocabulary.

What is the highest scoring word among eight letter words starting with ROOT?

ROOTWORM is the highest scoring option at 13 points, counting tile values only and before any double or triple squares.

What are some common eight letter words starting with ROOT?

ROOTAGES, ROOTHOLD, ROOTLETS are among the most familiar eight letter words starting with ROOT. Select any word in the list to read its definition.

Are these eight letter words starting with ROOT valid in Scrabble and Words With Friends?

Every word is drawn from a tournament word list, so most are playable everywhere. Use the dictionary selector to narrow the list to Scrabble US (NWL2023), Scrabble UK (CSW24) or Words With Friends and see only the words that game accepts.