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BUSTED

/ˈbʌstəd/

6 letters · 2 syllables · adjective, verb

B 3/4
U 1/2
S 1/1
T 1/1
E 1/1
D 2/2

Definition of BUSTED

adjective

(often used in combination with an adjective) Having a certain type of bust (breasts; cleavage).

verb

To break.

"I busted my cooker while trying to fix it."

verb

To arrest (someone) for a crime.

verb

To catch (someone) in the act of doing something wrong, socially and morally inappropriate, or illegal, especially when being done in a sneaky or secretive state.

adjective

Broke; having no money.

"I'd like to help you, but I'm busted."

adjective

Caught in the act of doing something one shouldn't do.

"I saw you take that cookie from the cookie jar! You're busted!"

adjective

Extremely ugly.

"She was cute, but all her friends were busted."

Synonyms of BUSTED

Words with similar meaning

Examples of BUSTED in a Sentence

  • "I busted my cooker while trying to fix it."
  • "I'd like to help you, but I'm busted."
  • "I saw you take that cookie from the cookie jar! You're busted!"
  • "She was cute, but all her friends were busted."

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
11
points

Is BUSTED a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 9 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 9 pts Words With Friends — 11 pts

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

Letter Values for BUSTED

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

Letter busted Total
Scrabble 311112 9
WWF 421112 11

Anagrams of BUSTED

Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters

How to Use BUSTED in Word Games

BUSTED is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, BUSTED 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 BUSTED to find 72 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About BUSTED

What does BUSTED mean?
BUSTED is a adjective. (often used in combination with an adjective) Having a certain type of bust (breasts; cleavage).
Is BUSTED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, BUSTED is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is BUSTED worth in Scrabble?
BUSTED is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from BUSTED?
You can make 72 words from the letters in BUSTED. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of BUSTED?
Synonyms of BUSTED include: nick, fatigued. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of BUSTED?
The anagrams of BUSTED (words using the exact same letters) are: BEDUST, BESTUD, DEBUTS. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.