BUSTLE
/ˈbʌsəl/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of BUSTLE
An excited activity; a stir.
A cover to protect and hide the back panel of a computer or other office machine.
A frame worn underneath a woman's skirt, typically only protruding from the rear as opposed to the earlier more circular hoops.
To move busily and energetically with fussiness (often followed by about).
"The commuters bustled about inside the train station."
To teem or abound (usually followed by with); to exhibit an energetic and active abundance (of a thing).
"The train station was bustling with commuters."
Examples of BUSTLE in a Sentence
- "The commuters bustled about inside the train station."
- "The train station was bustling with commuters."
Word Details
Is BUSTLE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, BUSTLE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: BUSTLE uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for BUSTLE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | b | u | s | t | l | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| WWF | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 11 |
Anagrams of BUSTLE
Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters
Words You Can Make With the Letters in BUSTLE
77 words from the letters in BUSTLE
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How to Use BUSTLE in Word Games
BUSTLE is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, BUSTLE 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 BUSTLE to find 77 additional valid words.