DREAD
/dɹɛd/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb, adjective
Definition of DREAD
Great fear in view of impending evil; fearful apprehension of danger; anticipatory terror.
"my visit to the doctor is filling me with dread"
Reverential or respectful fear; awe.
Somebody or something dreaded.
To fear greatly.
To anticipate with fear.
"I'm dreading getting the results of the test, as it could decide my whole life."
To be in dread, or great fear.
Terrible; greatly feared.
Awe-inspiring; held in fearful awe.
Examples of DREAD in a Sentence
- "my visit to the doctor is filling me with dread"
- "I'm dreading getting the results of the test, as it could decide my whole life."
Word Details
Is DREAD a Scrabble Word?
Yes, DREAD is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: DREAD uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for DREAD
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | d | r | e | a | d | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 7 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 7 |
Anagrams of DREAD
Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters
Words You Can Make With the Letters in DREAD
30 words from the letters in DREAD
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4-letter words
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How to Use DREAD in Word Games
DREAD is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, DREAD 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 DREAD to find 30 additional valid words.