Balsam

6 lettersnounmoderate

Updated June 2026

Definition

Any of various plants or trees that produce a fragrant, resinous substance traditionally used in medicines and perfumes.

“The balsam fir filled the room with its distinctive, piney winter scent.”

Pronunciation

Syllables

bal·sam

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Synonyms

ointmentplant

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Contains two As, the SAM ending is recognisable, no repeated consonants, which helps elimination

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Worth 10 points, the M at the end can hook onto other words or extend existing tiles effectively

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