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ASKANCE

/əˈskæns/

7 letters · 2 syllables · verb, adjective, adverb

A 1/1
S 1/1
K 5/5
A 1/1
N 1/2
C 3/4
E 1/1

Definition of ASKANCE

verb

To look at (someone or something) with a sideways glance.

verb

To turn (one's eye or gaze) to the side.

adjective

Turned to the side, especially of the eyes.

adverb

(of a look or glance) With disapproval, skepticism, or suspicion.

"The beggar asked for change, but the haughty woman only looked at him askance."

adverb

Sideways; obliquely.

Synonyms of ASKANCE

Words with similar meaning

Examples of ASKANCE in a Sentence

  • "The beggar asked for change, but the haughty woman only looked at him askance."

Word Details

Letters
7
Syllables
2
Scrabble
13
points
WWF
15
points

Is ASKANCE a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 13 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 13 pts Words With Friends — 15 pts

Bingo alert: Playing all 7 letters of ASKANCE earns a 50-point bonus in Scrabble, making it worth up to 63 points total.

Letter Values for ASKANCE

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

Letter askance Total
Scrabble 1151131 13
WWF 1151241 15

How to Use ASKANCE in Word Games

ASKANCE is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Bingo potential: Since ASKANCE uses exactly 7 letters, playing it from your full rack earns the 50-point bingo bonus in Scrabble for a total of up to 63 points.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble ASKANCE to find 86 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About ASKANCE

What does ASKANCE mean?
ASKANCE is a verb. To look at (someone or something) with a sideways glance.
Is ASKANCE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ASKANCE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 13 points in Scrabble.
How many points is ASKANCE worth in Scrabble?
ASKANCE is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends. It is a 7-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from ASKANCE?
You can make 86 words from the letters in ASKANCE. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of ASKANCE?
Synonyms of ASKANCE include: askew, oblique, sideways, obliquely, skeptically, suspiciously. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.