DRUNK
/dɹʌŋk/
5 letters · 1 syllable · verb, noun, adjective
Definition of DRUNK
To consume (a liquid) through the mouth.
"He drank the water I gave him."
(metonymic) To consume the liquid contained within (a bottle, glass, etc.).
"Jack drank the whole bottle by himself."
To consume alcoholic beverages.
"Everyone who is drinking is drinking, but not everyone who is drinking is drinking."
One who is intoxicated with alcohol.
A habitual drinker, especially one who is frequently intoxicated.
A drinking-bout; a period of drunkenness.
Intoxicated as a result of excessive alcohol consumption, usually by drinking alcoholic beverages.
Habitually or frequently in a state of intoxication.
Examples of DRUNK in a Sentence
- "He drank the water I gave him."
- "Jack drank the whole bottle by himself."
- "Everyone who is drinking is drinking, but not everyone who is drinking is drinking."
- "Drunk with power he immediately ordered a management reshuffle."
Word Details
Is DRUNK a Scrabble Word?
Yes, DRUNK is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: DRUNK uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for DRUNK
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | d | r | u | n | k | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 10 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 12 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in DRUNK
14 words from the letters in DRUNK
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use DRUNK in Word Games
DRUNK is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, DRUNK 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 DRUNK to find 14 additional valid words.