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EASTERLY

/ˈis.tɚˌli/

8 letters · 3 syllables · noun, adjective, adverb

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Definition of EASTERLY

noun

Any persistent wind from the east (usually applied to broad currents or belts of easterly winds).

adjective

Facing the east; directed towards the east.

"an easterly course or voyage"

adjective

Located towards the east.

"the easterly side of a lake"

adjective

Coming from the east.

"an easterly wind"

adverb

In an eastward direction or position; towards the east.

adverb

From the east.

Synonyms of EASTERLY

Words with similar meaning

Examples of EASTERLY in a Sentence

  • "an easterly course or voyage"
  • "the easterly side of a lake"
  • "an easterly wind"

Word Details

Letters
8
Syllables
3
Scrabble
11
points
WWF
11
points

Is EASTERLY a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 11 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 11 pts Words With Friends — 11 pts

Tip: EASTERLY uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for EASTERLY

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

Letter easterly Total
Scrabble 11111114 11
WWF 11111123 11

Words You Can Make With the Letters in EASTERLY

100 words from the letters in EASTERLY

How to Use EASTERLY in Word Games

EASTERLY is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

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Frequently Asked Questions About EASTERLY

What does EASTERLY mean?
EASTERLY is a noun. Any persistent wind from the east (usually applied to broad currents or belts of easterly winds).
Is EASTERLY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, EASTERLY is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 11 points in Scrabble.
How many points is EASTERLY worth in Scrabble?
EASTERLY is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends. It is a 8-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from EASTERLY?
You can make 100 words from the letters in EASTERLY. The longest sub-words are 7 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of EASTERLY?
Synonyms of EASTERLY include: eastly. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.