CLEAVE
/kliːv/
6 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of CLEAVE
Flat, smooth surface produced by cleavage, or any similar surface produced by similar techniques, as in glass.
To split or sever something with, or as if with, a sharp instrument.
"The wings cleaved the foggy air."
To break a single crystal (such as a gemstone or semiconductor wafer) along one of its more symmetrical crystallographic planes (often by impact), forming facets on the resulting pieces.
To make or accomplish by or as if by cutting.
"The truck cleaved a path through the ice."
To cling, adhere or stick fast to something; used with to or unto.
Examples of CLEAVE in a Sentence
- "The wings cleaved the foggy air."
- "The truck cleaved a path through the ice."
Word Details
Is CLEAVE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, CLEAVE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: CLEAVE uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for CLEAVE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | c | l | e | a | v | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 11 |
| WWF | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 14 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in CLEAVE
38 words from the letters in CLEAVE
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How to Use CLEAVE in Word Games
CLEAVE is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, CLEAVE 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 CLEAVE to find 38 additional valid words.