Miscellaneous
13 lettersadjectivemoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
Consisting of various types or from various sources, not belonging to a single category. It describes a mixed collection of different kinds or items.
“The drawer contained miscellaneous office supplies like paperclips and rubber bands.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˌmɪsəˈleɪnɪəs/
Syllables
mis·cel·la·ne·ous
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Wordle
Features 'OUS' ending with multiple 'E' and 'L' letters; challenging spelling
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Scrabble
Worth 21 points; good length for board coverage
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