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AFFAIR

/əˈfɛə/

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun

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Definition of AFFAIR

noun

(often in the plural) Something which is done or is to be done; business of any kind, commercial, professional, or public.

"a difficult affair to manage"

noun

Any proceeding or action which it is wished to refer to or characterize vaguely.

"an affair of honor, a duel;  an affair of love, an intrigue"

noun

An action or engagement not of sufficient magnitude to be called a battle.

Synonyms of AFFAIR

Words with similar meaning

Examples of AFFAIR in a Sentence

  • "a difficult affair to manage"
  • "an affair of honor, a duel;  an affair of love, an intrigue"

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
12
points
WWF
12
points

Is AFFAIR a Scrabble Word?

Yes, AFFAIR is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 12 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 12 pts Words With Friends — 12 pts

Tip: AFFAIR uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for AFFAIR

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter affair Total
Scrabble 144111 12
WWF 144111 12

Anagrams of AFFAIR

Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters

How to Use AFFAIR in Word Games

AFFAIR is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, AFFAIR 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 AFFAIR to find 24 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About AFFAIR

What does AFFAIR mean?
AFFAIR is a noun. (often in the plural) Something which is done or is to be done; business of any kind, commercial, professional, or public.
Is AFFAIR a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, AFFAIR is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
How many points is AFFAIR worth in Scrabble?
AFFAIR is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from AFFAIR?
You can make 24 words from the letters in AFFAIR. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of AFFAIR?
Synonyms of AFFAIR include: concern, matter. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of AFFAIR?
The anagrams of AFFAIR (words using the exact same letters) are: RAFFIA. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.