Definition of nephrites

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • nephrites is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 14
  • nephrites is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 14
  • nephrites is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 15

Definition of nephrites


  • an amphibole mineral consisting of calcium magnesium silicate in monoclinic crystalline form; a source of jade that is less valuable than from jadeite; once believed to cure kidney disorders (noun)

See definition of nephrites in Merriam Webster