Definition of renaissance

"renaissance" in the noun sense

1. Renaissance, Renascence

the period of European history at the close of the Middle Ages and the rise of the modern world a cultural rebirth from the 14th through the middle of the 17th centuries

2. rebirth, Renaissance, Renascence

the revival of learning and culture

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renaissance in Scrabble®

The word renaissance is playable in Scrabble®, no blanks required. Because it is longer than 7 letters, you would have to play off an existing word or do it in several moves.

Scrabble® Letter Score: 13

Highest Scoring Scrabble® Plays In The Letters renaissance:

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Seven Letter Word Alert: (26 words)

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The 200 Highest Scoring Scrabble® Plays For Words Using The Letters In renaissance

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renaissance in Words With Friends™

The word renaissance is playable in Words With Friends™, no blanks required. Because it is longer than 7 letters, you would have to play off an existing word or do it in several moves.

Words With Friends™ Letter Score: 16

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Seven Letter Word Alert: (26 words)

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The 200 Highest Scoring Words With Friends™ Plays Using The Letters In renaissance

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