CHANGEUPS
9 letters · 2 syllables · noun
Definition of CHANGEUPS
A pitch thrown with the arm motion of a fastball, but which travels at a much slower velocity because it is released without the fingers adding power to the delivery.
"The pitcher had a devastating change-up."
(by extension) An unexpected event.
"This RFQ is a real change-up."
Examples of CHANGEUPS in a Sentence
- "The pitcher had a devastating change-up."
- "This RFQ is a real change-up."
Word Details
Is CHANGEUPS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, CHANGEUPS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: CHANGEUPS uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for CHANGEUPS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | c | h | a | n | g | e | u | p | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 17 |
| WWF | 4 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 21 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in CHANGEUPS
100 words from the letters in CHANGEUPS
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How to Use CHANGEUPS in Word Games
CHANGEUPS is worth 17 points in Scrabble and 21 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble CHANGEUPS to find 100 additional valid words.