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DRUG

/dɹʌɡ/

4 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb

D 2/2
R 1/1
U 1/2
G 2/3

Definition of DRUG

noun

A substance used to treat an illness, relieve a symptom, or modify a chemical process in the body for a specific purpose.

"Aspirin is a drug that reduces pain, acts against inflammation and lowers body temperature."

noun

A psychoactive substance, especially one which is illegal and addictive, ingested for recreational use, such as cocaine.

noun

Anything, such as a substance, emotion or action, to which one is addicted.

"2010, Kesha Rose Sebert (Ke$ha), with Pebe Sebert and Joshua Coleman (Ammo), Your Love is My Drug"

verb

To administer intoxicating drugs to, generally without the recipient's knowledge or consent.

"She suddenly felt strange, and only then realized she'd been drugged."

verb

To add intoxicating drugs to with the intention of drugging someone.

"She suddenly felt strange. She realized her drink must have been drugged."

verb

To prescribe or administer drugs or medicines.

verb

To pull along a surface or through a medium, sometimes with difficulty.

"Let's drag this load of wood over to the shed."

verb

To move onward heavily, laboriously, or slowly; to advance with weary effort; to go on lingeringly.

"Time seems to drag when you’re waiting for a bus."

Synonyms of DRUG

Words with similar meaning

Examples of DRUG in a Sentence

  • "Aspirin is a drug that reduces pain, acts against inflammation and lowers body temperature."
  • "2010, Kesha Rose Sebert (Ke$ha), with Pebe Sebert and Joshua Coleman (Ammo), Your Love is My Drug"
  • "She suddenly felt strange, and only then realized she'd been drugged."
  • "She suddenly felt strange. She realized her drink must have been drugged."

Word Details

Letters
4
Syllables
1
Scrabble
6
points
WWF
8
points

Is DRUG a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 6 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 6 pts Words With Friends — 8 pts

Tip: Short words like DRUG are excellent for parallel plays and tight board positions in Scrabble.

Letter Values for DRUG

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

Letter drug Total
Scrabble 2112 6
WWF 2123 8

Words You Can Make With the Letters in DRUG

7 words from the letters in DRUG

How to Use DRUG in Word Games

DRUG is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Short word advantage: DRUG is only 4 letters, making it ideal for parallel plays where you form multiple words simultaneously by placing tiles adjacent to existing words on the board.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble DRUG to find 7 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About DRUG

What does DRUG mean?
DRUG is a noun. A substance used to treat an illness, relieve a symptom, or modify a chemical process in the body for a specific purpose.
Is DRUG a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, DRUG is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 6 points in Scrabble.
How many points is DRUG worth in Scrabble?
DRUG is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends. It is a 4-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from DRUG?
You can make 7 words from the letters in DRUG. The longest sub-words are 3 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of DRUG?
Synonyms of DRUG include: criticize, harrow. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.