How Dictionary Data Is Used
Every word returned by Word Unscramble comes from a real, traceable dictionary source. We do not generate, invent, or "fill in" words. This page explains exactly which word list we use, why, and how it relates to the dictionaries used by specific games.
The word list
We use the ENABLE (Enhanced North American Benchmark Lexicon) word list — an open, widely-used English word list containing ~170,000 entries. ENABLE is the foundation of many open-source word games (including the original Words With Friends dictionary) and is derived from public dictionary sources.
Why ENABLE?
- Open and traceable. Every entry is publicly documented; nothing is invented.
- Broad coverage. Covers the vast majority of words that appear in mainstream word games.
- Cache-friendly. Small enough to load in your browser for instant, offline results after first load.
Game-dictionary compatibility
Each game uses its own official dictionary. Our list overlaps heavily with most, but not perfectly:
| Game | Official dictionary | Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Scrabble (North America) | NASPA Word List 2023 (NWL2023, effective 29 Feb 2024) | High |
| Scrabble (International) | Collins Scrabble Words (CSW, current edition) | Partial — CSW is larger |
| Words With Friends | Zynga proprietary accepted-word list (sourced from Oxford dictionaries with game-specific additions) | Partial — ENABLE results may differ |
| Wordscapes / Word Cookies | Proprietary casual list | High |
| Wordle | NYT curated allowed-guess and answer lists | High for guesses; answers are a curated subset |
| Boggle / Jumble | Standard English dictionaries | High |
How data is stored and processed
- The word list is bundled as a static asset and loaded once by your browser.
- Search runs entirely in-browser. Letters and filters never leave your device.
- We do not store your queries, results, or letter history on any server.
Corrections
If you believe a word is missing or a listed word is not valid, email contactus@wordunscramble.uk. See Content Standards for how corrections are handled.