Words Ending in VEX: A Tiny but Mighty Group
You can count the words ending in VEX on one hand: VEX itself, CONVEX, SILVEX, and CIRCUMVEX. That's it. But what this group lacks in size, it makes up for in usefulness. VEX is one of those rare three-letter words worth 13 points in Scrabble — the X alone accounts for 8 of those. Place it on a triple-letter square and you're looking at 29 points from three tiles. In crosswords, VEX appears as an answer to clues like "annoy greatly" or "perplex," and its compact size makes it a constructor's favorite for tight grid spots.
CONVEX is the other star here. It's a geometry term (curving outward, like the outside of a ball) that crossword editors love because it tests both vocabulary and science knowledge. The word traces back to Latin convexus, meaning "arched." Interestingly, while CONCAVE (its opposite) ends in a plain E, CONVEX keeps the X — making it one of very few common English adjectives ending in X. If you're hunting for more high-scoring X words, check out words ending in Q for another rare-letter ending, or words starting with Q for the other premium Scrabble tile. SILVEX, a now-banned herbicide, occasionally surfaces in harder crossword puzzles.
FAQ
How many points is VEX worth in Scrabble?
VEX scores 13 points base (V=4, E=1, X=8). On a triple-word square it hits 39 points, making it one of the highest-scoring three-letter words in the game. Compare it with other high-value endings at words ending in Q.
What does SILVEX mean?
SILVEX is the trade name for a herbicide (2,4,5-TP) once used to control woody plants. It was banned in the US in 1985 due to contamination concerns. It's accepted in most Scrabble dictionaries and worth 15 points. For more unusual vocabulary, try words starting with S or words starting with RE.