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BALKED

6 letters · 2 syllables · verb

B 3/4
A 1/1
L 1/2
K 5/5
E 1/1
D 2/2

Definition of BALKED

verb

To pass over or by.

verb

To omit, miss or overlook by chance.

verb

To miss intentionally; to avoid.

verb

To indicate to fishermen, by shouts or signals from shore, the direction taken by the shoals of herring.

Synonyms of BALKED

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Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
13
points
WWF
15
points

Is BALKED a Scrabble Word?

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

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

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

Letter Values for BALKED

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

Letter balked Total
Scrabble 311512 13
WWF 412512 15

How to Use BALKED in Word Games

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

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, BALKED 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 BALKED to find 70 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About BALKED

What does BALKED mean?
BALKED is a verb. To pass over or by.
Is BALKED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, BALKED is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 13 points in Scrabble.
How many points is BALKED worth in Scrabble?
BALKED is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from BALKED?
You can make 70 words from the letters in BALKED. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of BALKED?
Synonyms of BALKED include: avoid, refuse, shirk, shun, baffle, foil. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.