CLIQUE
/kliːk/
6 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of CLIQUE
A small, exclusive group of individuals, usually according to lifestyle or social status; a cabal.
"This school used to be really friendly, but now everyone keeps to their own cliques."
A subgraph isomorphic to a complete graph.
"The problem of finding the largest clique in an arbitrary graph is NP-complete."
A group of related web sites that link to each other, like a webring but with exclusive membership determined by the clique owner.
To associate together in a clannish way; to act with others secretly to gain a desired end; to plot.
Examples of CLIQUE in a Sentence
- "This school used to be really friendly, but now everyone keeps to their own cliques."
- "The problem of finding the largest clique in an arbitrary graph is NP-complete."
Word Details
Is CLIQUE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, CLIQUE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: CLIQUE uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for CLIQUE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | c | l | i | q | u | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 17 |
| WWF | 4 | 2 | 1 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 20 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in CLIQUE
16 words from the letters in CLIQUE
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use CLIQUE in Word Games
CLIQUE is worth 17 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, CLIQUE 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 CLIQUE to find 16 additional valid words.