BROKEN
/ˈbɹəʊkən/
6 letters · 2 syllables · verb, adjective
Definition of BROKEN
To separate into two or more pieces, to fracture or crack, by a process that cannot easily be reversed for reassembly.
"If the vase falls to the floor, it might break."
To divide (something, often money) into smaller units.
"Can you break a hundred-dollar bill for me?"
To cause (a person or animal) to lose spirit or will; to crush the spirits of.
"Her child's death broke Angela."
Fragmented, in separate pieces.
(of a promise, etc) Breached; violated; not kept.
"broken promises of neutrality"
Non-functional; not functioning properly.
"I think my doorbell is broken."
Synonyms of BROKEN
Words with similar meaning
Examples of BROKEN in a Sentence
- "If the vase falls to the floor, it might break."
- "Can you break a hundred-dollar bill for me?"
- "Her child's death broke Angela."
- "broken promises of neutrality"
Word Details
Is BROKEN a Scrabble Word?
Yes, BROKEN is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: BROKEN uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for BROKEN
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | b | r | o | k | e | n | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 12 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 14 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in BROKEN
63 words from the letters in BROKEN
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4-letter words
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How to Use BROKEN in Word Games
BROKEN is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, BROKEN 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 BROKEN to find 63 additional valid words.