Definition of BADLY
BADLY is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends.
While a detailed definition is not currently available from our source, this word appears in official game dictionaries including the Tournament Word List (TWL) used in North American Scrabble and SOWPODS used in international Scrabble.
Word Details
Is BADLY a Scrabble Word?
Yes, BADLY is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: BADLY uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for BADLY
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | b | a | d | l | y | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 11 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 12 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in BADLY
28 words from the letters in BADLY
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use BADLY in Word Games
BADLY is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, BADLY 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 BADLY to find 28 additional valid words.