ADDLE
/ˈæ.dəl/
5 letters · 2 syllables · verb, noun, adjective
Definition of ADDLE
(provincial) To earn, earn by labor; earn money or one's living.
(provincial) To thrive or grow; to ripen.
A foolish or dull-witted fellow.
Liquid filth; mire.
(provincial) Lees; dregs.
To make addle; to grow addle; to muddle
To cause fertilised eggs to lose viability, by killing the developing embryo within through shaking, piercing, freezing or oiling, without breaking the shell.
Having lost the power of development, and become rotten; putrid.
"addle eggs"
Examples of ADDLE in a Sentence
- "addle eggs"
- "addle brains"
Word Details
Is ADDLE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, ADDLE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: ADDLE uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for ADDLE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | a | d | d | l | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| WWF | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 8 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in ADDLE
27 words from the letters in ADDLE
5-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use ADDLE in Word Games
ADDLE is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, ADDLE is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble ADDLE to find 27 additional valid words.