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COUNTERPUNCH

12 letters · 3 syllables · noun, verb

C 3/4
O 1/1
U 1/2
N 1/2
T 1/1
E 1/1
R 1/1
P 3/4
U 1/2
N 1/2
C 3/4
H 4/3

Definition of COUNTERPUNCH

noun

A punch delivered in response to a previous punch by somebody else, such as an opponent in a boxing match.

noun

A punch used in the cutting of other punches, often used to create the negative space in or around a glyph.

verb

To deliver a punch designed to exploit an opponent's momentary defensive weakness caused by a punch thrown by the opponent.

verb

To deliver a competitive response to an opponent designed to exploit a weakness created by the opponent's offensive efforts.

Synonyms of COUNTERPUNCH

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Word Details

Letters
12
Syllables
3
Scrabble
21
points
WWF
27
points

Is COUNTERPUNCH a Scrabble Word?

Yes, COUNTERPUNCH is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 21 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 21 pts Words With Friends — 27 pts

Tip: COUNTERPUNCH uses 12 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for COUNTERPUNCH

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter counterpunch Total
Scrabble 311111131134 21
WWF 412211142243 27

Words You Can Make With the Letters in COUNTERPUNCH

100 words from the letters in COUNTERPUNCH

How to Use COUNTERPUNCH in Word Games

COUNTERPUNCH is worth 21 points in Scrabble and 27 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

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Frequently Asked Questions About COUNTERPUNCH

What does COUNTERPUNCH mean?
COUNTERPUNCH is a noun. A punch delivered in response to a previous punch by somebody else, such as an opponent in a boxing match.
Is COUNTERPUNCH a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, COUNTERPUNCH is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 21 points in Scrabble.
How many points is COUNTERPUNCH worth in Scrabble?
COUNTERPUNCH is worth 21 points in Scrabble and 27 points in Words With Friends. It is a 12-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from COUNTERPUNCH?
You can make 100 words from the letters in COUNTERPUNCH. The longest sub-words are 9 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of COUNTERPUNCH?
Synonyms of COUNTERPUNCH include: blow, counterblow, retaliatory, return. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.