ELDEST
/ˈɛldɪst/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, adjective
Definition of ELDEST
The eldest child in a family, or individual in a group.
(of a player) Receiving cards from the dealer first, before any other players.
(of a hand) Having higher, or superior cards.
Of an object, concept, relationship, etc., having existed for a relatively long period of time.
"an old abandoned building; an old friend"
Having been used and thus no longer new or unused.
"I find that an old toothbrush is good to clean the keyboard with."
Having existed or lived for the specified time.
"How old are they? She’s five years old and he's seven. We also have a young teen and a two-year-old child."
Synonyms of ELDEST
Words with similar meaning
Examples of ELDEST in a Sentence
- "an old abandoned building; an old friend"
- "I find that an old toothbrush is good to clean the keyboard with."
- "How old are they? She’s five years old and he's seven. We also have a young teen and a two-year-old child."
Word Details
Is ELDEST a Scrabble Word?
Yes, ELDEST is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: ELDEST uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for ELDEST
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | e | l | d | e | s | t | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| WWF | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in ELDEST
68 words from the letters in ELDEST
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How to Use ELDEST in Word Games
ELDEST is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, ELDEST 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 ELDEST to find 68 additional valid words.