MATTE
/mæt/
5-letter word · 7 Scrabble points · 8 Words With Friends points
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Meaning of MATTE
noun
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A decorative border around a picture used to inset and center the contents of a frame.
"The image is a perfect square of 8 cm (with white matte border the total dimensions are 14 cm tall by 11 cm wide)."
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A background, often painted or created with computers
"Matte painting is a tool that filmmakers can use to create a scene that is impossible to achieve with conventional cinematographic means."
adjective
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Dull; not reflective of light.
"Flat or matte paint allows a deep color expression on the walls while also hiding flaws that may be inherent on the painted surface."
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About the word MATTE
Is "MATTE" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "MATTE" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 7 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "MATTE" worth?
In Scrabble, "MATTE" is worth 7 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 8 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 21.
What does "MATTE" mean?
A decorative border around a picture used to inset and center the contents of a frame.
Does "MATTE" have any anagrams?
No, "MATTE" has no anagrams in the ENABLE dictionary — it's the only word that can be formed from its exact letters.