ASSAULTS
8 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of ASSAULTS
A violent onset or attack with physical means, for example blows, weapons, etc.
"to make assault upon a man, a house, or a town"
A violent onset or attack with moral weapons, for example words, arguments, appeals, and the like
"to make an assault on the prerogatives of a prince, or on the constitution of a government"
An attempt to commit battery: a violent attempt, or willful effort with force or violence, to do hurt to another, but without necessarily touching his person, as by lifting a fist in a threatening manner, or by striking at him and missing him.
To attack, physically or figuratively.
"Loud music assaulted our ears as we entered the building."
To threaten or harass.
Examples of ASSAULTS in a Sentence
- "to make assault upon a man, a house, or a town"
- "to make an assault on the prerogatives of a prince, or on the constitution of a government"
- "Loud music assaulted our ears as we entered the building."
Word Details
Is ASSAULTS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, ASSAULTS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: ASSAULTS uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for ASSAULTS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | a | s | s | a | u | l | t | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in ASSAULTS
71 words from the letters in ASSAULTS
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How to Use ASSAULTS in Word Games
ASSAULTS is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble ASSAULTS to find 71 additional valid words.