Pixel

5 lettersnounmoderate

Updated February 2026

Definition

The smallest unit of a digital image or display that can be controlled.

“The high-resolution screen has millions of pixels.”

🟩

Contains X which is uncommon; good vowel with E and I.

🔤

Worth 14 points; X makes it high-value.

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