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ENSUING

7 letters · 2 syllables · verb, adjective

E 1/1
N 1/2
S 1/1
U 1/2
I 1/1
N 1/2
G 2/3

Definition of ENSUING

verb

To follow (a leader, inclination etc.).

verb

To follow (in time), to be subsequent to.

verb

To occur afterwards, as a result or effect.

"Give three freshmen six bottles of wine, and hilarity will ensue."

adjective

Refers to the actions, consequences, and repercussions which result from some prior stimulus or event.

"We watched the derailment and ensuing train wreck with a mixture of fascination and horror."

Synonyms of ENSUING

Words with similar meaning

Examples of ENSUING in a Sentence

  • "Give three freshmen six bottles of wine, and hilarity will ensue."
  • "We watched the derailment and ensuing train wreck with a mixture of fascination and horror."

Word Details

Letters
7
Syllables
2
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
12
points

Is ENSUING a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 12 pts

Bingo alert: Playing all 7 letters of ENSUING earns a 50-point bonus in Scrabble, making it worth up to 58 points total.

Letter Values for ENSUING

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

Letter ensuing Total
Scrabble 1111112 8
WWF 1212123 12

Anagrams of ENSUING

Words made by rearranging the exact same 7 letters

How to Use ENSUING in Word Games

ENSUING is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Bingo potential: Since ENSUING uses exactly 7 letters, playing it from your full rack earns the 50-point bingo bonus in Scrabble for a total of up to 58 points.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble ENSUING to find 81 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About ENSUING

What does ENSUING mean?
ENSUING is a verb. To follow (a leader, inclination etc.).
Is ENSUING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ENSUING is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is ENSUING worth in Scrabble?
ENSUING is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends. It is a 7-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from ENSUING?
You can make 81 words from the letters in ENSUING. The longest sub-words are 7 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of ENSUING?
Synonyms of ENSUING include: come after, follow, carry out, pursue, arise, concomitant. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of ENSUING?
The anagrams of ENSUING (words using the exact same letters) are: GUNNIES, INGNUES. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.