BUSTED
/ˈbʌstəd/
6 letters · 2 syllables · adjective, verb
Definition of BUSTED
(often used in combination with an adjective) Having a certain type of bust (breasts; cleavage).
To break.
"I busted my cooker while trying to fix it."
To arrest (someone) for a crime.
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.
Broke; having no money.
"I'd like to help you, but I'm busted."
Caught in the act of doing something one shouldn't do.
"I saw you take that cookie from the cookie jar! You're busted!"
Extremely ugly.
"She was cute, but all her friends were busted."
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
Is BUSTED a Scrabble Word?
Yes, BUSTED is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
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 | b | u | s | t | e | d | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 9 |
| WWF | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 11 |
Anagrams of BUSTED
Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters
Words You Can Make With the Letters in BUSTED
72 words from the letters in BUSTED
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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.