CIRCUS
/ˈsɜːkəs/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of CIRCUS
A traveling company of performers that may include acrobats, clowns, trained animals, and other novelty acts, that gives shows usually in a circular tent.
"The circus will be in town next week."
A round open space in a town or city where multiple streets meet.
"Oxford Circus in London is at the north end of Regent Street."
A spectacle; a noisy fuss; a chaotic and/or crowded place.
To take part in a circus; or to be displayed as if in a circus
Examples of CIRCUS in a Sentence
- "The circus will be in town next week."
- "Oxford Circus in London is at the north end of Regent Street."
Word Details
Is CIRCUS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, CIRCUS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: CIRCUS uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for CIRCUS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | c | i | r | c | u | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 13 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in CIRCUS
27 words from the letters in CIRCUS
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use CIRCUS in Word Games
CIRCUS is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, CIRCUS 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 CIRCUS to find 27 additional valid words.