CRASH
/kɹæʃ/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb, adjective
Definition of CRASH
A sudden, intense, loud sound, as made for example by cymbals.
"After the lightning came the crash of thunder."
An automobile, airplane, or other vehicle accident.
"Nobody survived the plane crash"
A malfunction of computer software or hardware which causes it to shut down or become partially or totally inoperable.
"My computer had a crash so I had to reboot it."
To collide with something destructively, fall or come down violently.
To severely damage or destroy something by causing it to collide with something else.
"I'm sorry for crashing the bike into a wall. I'll pay for repairs."
(via gatecrash) To attend a social event without invitation, usually with unfavorable intentions.
"We weren't invited to the party so we decided to crash it."
Quick, fast, intensive, impromptu.
"crash diet"
(fibre) A type of rough linen.
Examples of CRASH in a Sentence
- "After the lightning came the crash of thunder."
- "Nobody survived the plane crash"
- "My computer had a crash so I had to reboot it."
- "I'm sorry for crashing the bike into a wall. I'll pay for repairs."
Word Details
Is CRASH a Scrabble Word?
Yes, CRASH is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: CRASH uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for CRASH
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | c | r | a | s | h | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 10 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 10 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in CRASH
31 words from the letters in CRASH
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use CRASH in Word Games
CRASH is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, CRASH 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 CRASH to find 31 additional valid words.