CAVES
/keɪvz/
5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of CAVES
A large, naturally-occurring cavity formed underground or in the face of a cliff or a hillside.
"We found a cave on the mountainside where we could take shelter."
A hole, depression, or gap in earth or rock, whether natural or man-made.
A storage cellar, especially for wine or cheese.
"This wine has been aged in our cave for thirty years."
To surrender.
"He caved under pressure."
To collapse.
"First the braces buckled, then the roof began to cave, then we ran."
To hollow out or undermine.
"The levee has been severely caved by the river current."
Examples of CAVES in a Sentence
- "We found a cave on the mountainside where we could take shelter."
- "This wine has been aged in our cave for thirty years."
- "He caved under pressure."
- "First the braces buckled, then the roof began to cave, then we ran."
Word Details
Is CAVES a Scrabble Word?
Yes, CAVES is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: CAVES uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for CAVES
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | c | a | v | e | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 12 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in CAVES
26 words from the letters in CAVES
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use CAVES in Word Games
CAVES is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, CAVES 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 CAVES to find 26 additional valid words.