Is Lite a Real Word

First, for the majority of meanings, light is the proper spelling; second, for a particular meaning (e.g., describing low-calorie foods), the spelling lite is a variant of the standard light; and third, for another particular meaning (something lacking in substance or threat), lite is the proper spelling.

When did Lite become a word?

lite (adj.) alternative spelling of light (adj. 1), by 1962, but used from at least 1917 as a word-forming element in product names, often as a variation of light (n.). Coincidentally lite in Old English and early Middle English meant “few; little; not much;” see little (adj.), which is an extended form of it.

Is Rite a scrabble word?

Yes, rite is in the scrabble dictionary.