Being a Scrabble maven is a hard job, but someone’s gotta do it. If this duty has fallen upon you, then keep reading because these are great words you might not have known that will really up your Scrabble game. Some of these words don’t even seem like words. I’m talking about words like oxazepam, which is a pill, and easy compositions like “za”, which is just short for pizza. It sounds ludicrous, but as long as people say it and you can find it in a dictionary, it adds points to your game.
You’ll notice that many of these words really capitalize on landing the X’s and the Z’s, so if you’re lucky enough to get these, specially on your first round, then really try to really make the most of them. Remember that placement is of utmost importance in Scrabble, so pay attention to all the rules in order to score the highest points possible.
Some of these words aren’t uncommon at all, like “quickly” or “squeeze,” but still, bear in mind that they could be worth many points, if you really know how to place it. For those that are more cryptic or obscure in terms of meaning, or even loans from other languages, I’ll include a brief definition. Now you’re ready to dazzle your Scrabble rivals and even teach them a word or two that they didn’t know. So, without further ado, here are the best words to win:
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1. Quixotic
Not sensible about practical matters; idealistic and unrealistic. And while you’re at it:
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2. Quixotry
Which is the same, expect this talks specifically about ideas.
3. Maximize
4. Wheezily
With a husky or whistling sound.
5. Equalize
To make equal, uniform, corresponding, or matching.
6. Chutzpah
Yes, words from other languages count, like this one from Yiddish, which means unbelievable gall; insolence; audacity.
7. Exorcize
8. Whizbang
Use your letters wisely by forming this word. It refers to a a small high-velocity shell that makes a whizzing sound followed by a bang when it hits; something very conspicuous or effective.
9. Jezebel
A wicked, shameless woman. Yeah, definitely don’t use this word in real life, unless you’re trying to score points on Scrabble.
10. Squeeze
11. Jukebox
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12. Flapjack
A pancake; a flat cake of thin batter fried on both sides on a griddle.
13. Quickly
However, if you’re looking for a real challenge, these words could score you up to thousands of points (as has been done before).
14. Oxazepam
Better hope you never need one of these.
15. Quetzals
The most beautiful word you’ll find on this list. The quetzal is Guatemala’s national bird (and currency), and the actual animal is as beautiful as the word.
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16. Gherkins
A small pickle, made from an immature cucumber.
17. Quartzy
As in when something looks like quartz. Me: Who would even say this? Nobody would even say this. Scrabble: Here are your points, kind sir.
18. Muzjiks
Ok, now I’m just making up stuff, right? Nope, it’s totally a word. Definition: Russian peasant.
19. Syzygy
Having trouble pronouncing it? It’s “SIZ-i-jee,” like in “silly me.”
20. Za
Short for pizza.
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