What does MATRIX mean?

Pronunciation
/ˈmeɪtrɪks/
Letters
6
Scrabble score
15
Words With Friends score
16
How common
Common

Meaning

noun

  1. (mathematics) a rectangular array of quantities or expressions set out by rows and columns; treated as a single element and manipulated according to rules
  2. (geology) amass of fine-grained rock in which fossils, crystals, or gems are embedded
  3. an enclosure within which something originates or develops (from the Latin for womb)
  4. the body substance in which tissue cells are embedded
  5. the formative tissue at the base of a nail
  6. mold used in the production of phonograph records, type, or other relief surface

Definitions from Princeton WordNet 3.0.

Other forms

matrices12matrixes17

Anagrams of MATRIX

No other word in the ENABLE list uses exactly these letters.

Words inside MATRIX

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

amir6mart6 taxi11 tram6trim6 aim5 air3 arm5 art3 mar5 mat5 max12 mir5mix12 ram5 rat3 rim5 tar3 tax10 ai2 am4ar2 at2 ax9it2ma4 mi4 ta2ti2 xi9

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Questions

Is MATRIX a valid word in word games?

MATRIX 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 MATRIX worth?

MATRIX is worth 15 points with Scrabble letter values and 16 with Words With Friends values, before any bonus squares.

What words can you make from MATRIX?

40 other words, including IT, AT, AM and AIR.