Words Starting with GL

GL- words describe light and sheen: GLOW, GLASS, GLARE, GLITTER, GLAMOUR, GLOBAL, GLOOMY, GLORY, and GLEAM. GL- words frequently appear in crossword puzzles as clues about visual phenomena or emotional states.

Strategy Tip for GL Words

GLITZ (15 pts) is one of the best GL plays in Scrabble — combining GL with rare Z and high score. GLOXY and GLYPH (14 pts) are also exceptional. GLORY (9 pts) and GLASS (7 pts) are reliable everyday GL plays.

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