Houston
7 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
The most populous city in Texas and the fourth-largest city in the United States. It is a major centre for energy, aerospace, and medical research.
“Houston is home to NASA's Johnson Space Centre and Mission Control.”
Pronunciation
Syllables
hous·ton
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Synonyms
citymetropolis
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Wordle
Proper noun; contains OU vowel combination and -TON ending
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Scrabble
Worth 10 points; straightforward spelling (note: proper nouns typically not allowed)
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