BASTE
/beɪst/
5 letters · 1 syllable · verb, noun
Definition of BASTE
To sew with long or loose stitches, as for temporary use, or in preparation for gathering the fabric.
A basting; a sprinkling of drippings etc. in cooking.
To sprinkle flour and salt and drip butter or fat on, as on meat in roasting.
(by extension) To coat over something.
To mark (sheep, etc.) with tar.
To beat with a stick; to cudgel.
Word Details
Is BASTE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, BASTE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: BASTE uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for BASTE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | b | a | s | t | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
Anagrams of BASTE
Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters
Words You Can Make With the Letters in BASTE
61 words from the letters in BASTE
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4-letter words
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How to Use BASTE in Word Games
BASTE is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, BASTE 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 BASTE to find 61 additional valid words.