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Is GLIMMER a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, GLIMMER is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 12 points.

Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.

What does GLIMMER mean?

  1. noun

    a flash of light (especially reflected light)

  2. noun

    a slight suggestion or vague understanding

    “he had no inkling what was about to happen”

  3. verb

    shine brightly, like a star or a light

Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Points

12

Scrabble

16

Words With Friends

7

Letters

G (2) + L (1) + I (1) + M (3) + M (3) + E (1) + R (1) = 12 points in Scrabble.

Dictionary status

  • Scrabble (US & Canada)Valid
  • Scrabble (UK & worldwide)Valid
  • Words With FriendsListed

Scrabble lists: NWL2023 (US & Canada) and CSW24 (UK & worldwide). WWF uses our ENABLE reference plus verified additions. “Listed” and “Not listed” describe that reference; check acceptance in the game. Sources reviewed 2026-10-03.

Hooks for GLIMMER

Single letters that turn GLIMMER into another valid word in US Scrabble. Hooks let you extend a word already on the board.

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Words you can make from GLIMMER

The 54 highest-scoring words using these letters.

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