Instrumental

/ɪnstɹəˈmɛntəl/

Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM

Scrabble:14 ptsWWF:19 pts12 letters

Definition of Instrumental

noun

(grammar) The instrumental case.
A composition written or performed without lyrics, sometimes using a lead instrument to replace vocals.

adjective

Essential or central; of great importance or relevance.
"He was instrumental in conducting the business."
Pertaining to, made by, or prepared for, an instrument, especially a musical instrument (rather than the human voice).
"An instrumental part"
(grammar) Applied to a case expressing means or agency, generally indicated in English by by or with with the objective.
"the instrumental case"

Anagrams of Instrumental

Words You Can Make

50 words can be made from the letters in "instrumental":

10-LETTER WORDS

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9-LETTER WORDS

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8-LETTER WORDS

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+1 Letter Anagrams

Words formed by adding one letter to "instrumental" and rearranging:

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Related Word Patterns

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Synonyms & Antonyms

ANTONYMS

noninstrumental

Rhyming Words

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