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TONIC

/ˈtɒnɪk/

5-letter word · 7 Scrabble points · 9 Words With Friends points

T 1
O 1
N 1
I 1
C 3

Meaning of TONIC

noun
  1. A substance with medicinal properties intended to restore or invigorate.
    "We used to brew a tonic from a particular kind of root."
  2. Tonic water.
adjective
  1. Pertaining to tension, especially of muscles.
  2. Restorative, curative or invigorating.
    "The arrival of the new members had a tonic effect on the team."
noun
  1. The first note of a diatonic scale; the keynote.
  2. The triad built on the tonic note.
adjective
  1. Pertaining to or based upon the first note of a diatonic scale.
  2. Pertaining to the accent or stress in a word or in speech.
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Anagrams of TONIC

ontic7

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About the word TONIC

Is "TONIC" a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. "TONIC" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 7 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends.

How many points is "TONIC" worth?

In Scrabble, "TONIC" is worth 7 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 9 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 21.

What does "TONIC" mean?

A substance with medicinal properties intended to restore or invigorate.

What are the anagrams of "TONIC"?

1 anagram can be formed using the same letters as TONIC: ONTIC.