ELIDE
/ɪˈlaɪd/
5 letters · 2 syllables · verb
Definition of ELIDE
To leave out or omit (something).
To cut off, as a vowel or a syllable.
To conflate; to smear together; to blur the distinction between.
Word Details
Is ELIDE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, ELIDE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: ELIDE uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for ELIDE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | e | l | i | d | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 6 |
| WWF | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 7 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in ELIDE
26 words from the letters in ELIDE
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use ELIDE in Word Games
ELIDE is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, ELIDE 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 ELIDE to find 26 additional valid words.