What does INDEX mean?

Pronunciation
/ˈɪndɛks/
Letters
5
Scrabble score
13
Words With Friends score
14
How common
Common

Meaning

noun

  1. a numerical scale used to compare variables with one another or with some reference number
  2. a number or ratio (a value on a scale of measurement) derived from a series of observed facts; can reveal relative changes as a function of time
  3. a mathematical notation indicating the number of times a quantity is multiplied by itself
  4. an alphabetical listing of names and topics along with page numbers where they are discussed
  5. the finger next to the thumb

verb

  1. list in an index
  2. provide with an index“index the book”
  3. adjust through indexation“The government indexes wages and prices”

Definitions from Princeton WordNet 3.0.

Other forms

indexed16indexes15indices10

Anagrams of INDEX

nixed13

Words inside INDEX

17 shorter words can be made from these letters. Here are the most useful.

dine5nide5nixe11den4 dex11die4 din4end4 nix10de3ed3en2 ex9 id3 in2 ne2xi9

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Questions

Is INDEX a valid word in word games?

INDEX is in the ENABLE word list, which many word games use, so it is very likely to be accepted. Check your game's own dictionary if a play is challenged.

How many points is INDEX worth?

INDEX is worth 13 points with Scrabble letter values and 14 with Words With Friends values, before any bonus squares.

What words can you make from INDEX?

17 other words, including IN, END, DE and DIE.