CRUMBLING
9 letters · 2 syllables · verb, noun
Definition of CRUMBLING
To fall apart; to disintegrate.
"The empire crumbled when the ruler's indiscretions came to light."
To break into crumbs.
"We crumbled some bread into the water."
To mix (ingredients such as flour and butter) in such a way as to form crumbs.
"Using your fingers, crumble the ingredients with the fingertips, lifting in an upward motion, until the mixture is sandy and resembles large breadcrumbs."
Material that has crumbled away; crumbs.
Examples of CRUMBLING in a Sentence
- "The empire crumbled when the ruler's indiscretions came to light."
- "We crumbled some bread into the water."
- "Using your fingers, crumble the ingredients with the fingertips, lifting in an upward motion, until the mixture is sandy and resembles large breadcrumbs."
Word Details
Is CRUMBLING a Scrabble Word?
Yes, CRUMBLING is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: CRUMBLING uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for CRUMBLING
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | c | r | u | m | b | l | i | n | g | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 16 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 23 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in CRUMBLING
100 words from the letters in CRUMBLING
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How to Use CRUMBLING in Word Games
CRUMBLING is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 23 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
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