AWFUL
/ˈɔːfəl/
5 letters · 2 syllables · adjective, adverb
Definition of AWFUL
Very bad.
"My socks smell awful."
Exceedingly great; usually applied intensively.
"I have learnt an awful amount today."
Causing fear or horror; appalling, terrible.
Awfully; dreadfully; terribly.
Very, extremely.
"He was blubbering away something awful."
Examples of AWFUL in a Sentence
- "My socks smell awful."
- "I have learnt an awful amount today."
- "He was blubbering away something awful."
Word Details
Is AWFUL a Scrabble Word?
Yes, AWFUL is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: AWFUL uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for AWFUL
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | a | w | f | u | l | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 11 |
| WWF | 1 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 13 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in AWFUL
12 words from the letters in AWFUL
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use AWFUL in Word Games
AWFUL is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, AWFUL 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 AWFUL to find 12 additional valid words.